CIBSE 30 Under 30 Awards

Sean is a pioneering building services engineer whose work exemplifies creativity, technical ingenuity, and a relentless drive to push the boundaries of sustainable design. At TClarke, he has delivered complex, high-impact projects by devising bespoke engineering solutions that set new industry benchmarks.

On the landmark 30 Fenchurch Street refurbishment, Sean led the design, installation, and commissioning of advanced air source heat pumps and air-cooled condensers within an occupied 550,000 sq ft building. His innovations included extracting an additional 100kW of heating capacity per unit, repurposing existing risers to cut embodied carbon, and engineering bespoke commissioning methods that maintained uninterrupted services for tenants. These interventions not only increased system resilience but also elevated the building’s EPC rating from E to B—an achievement directly aligned with UK net zero ambitions.

Sean’s ingenuity also transformed safety-critical infrastructure for the London Underground. His bespoke fan removal system, designed for confined plantrooms, has now been adopted as a recognised standard by LUL engineers, demonstrating his ability to challenge constraints and deliver solutions with lasting sector-wide impact.

Committed to continuous learning, he has collaborated with international manufacturers to co-create bespoke four-pipe ASHP technology, while also sharing knowledge as a mentor with the Construction Youth Trust and supporting early-career engineers.

With an ethos that “there is always a solution,” Sean continues to challenge convention and pioneer practical innovations that not only solve today’s engineering challenges but also help shape a resilient, low-carbon future.

Simran is a rising innovator in the building services sector, advancing from graduate to Senior Engineer at FairHeat in just four years through pioneering contributions to low-carbon heat networks.

She developed and deployed a ground-breaking methodology for temperature-lowering testing in existing commercial buildings, enabling them to operate efficiently at reduced flow and return temperatures without full emitter replacement. This innovation is transforming how legacy buildings connect to low-temperature heat networks, significantly cutting retrofit costs and timescales. Embedded into RIBA Stage 3 and 4 design processes, her approach has already shaped public-sector decarbonisation projects, including major developments in Bradford.

Simran has played a vital role in securing over £52 million through successful Public Sector Decarbonisation Scheme applications and has led optimisation studies under the Heat Network Efficiency Scheme, delivering robust business cases for hospitals, schools, and universities. Her research on temperature lowering has earned international recognition, winning Best Presentation at the 2024 Smart Energy Systems Conference in Denmark and featuring in leading industry publications.

Beyond her technical innovations, Simran is committed to broadening participation in engineering. She volunteers as a STEM ambassador, introduced the Nuffield Research Placement programme to FairHeat, and established the company’s work experience programme to provide opportunities for underrepresented students.

Through her blend of technical ingenuity, data-led innovation, and commitment to inclusivity, Simran is reshaping both the practice and culture of sustainable engineering, demonstrating how innovation can deliver meaningful change for industry, society, and the next generation.

Reha is a pioneering Computational MEP Engineer, recognised for transforming engineering workflows through advanced parametric design and automation. Over the past two years, she has developed a suite of innovative tools—including ceiling void coordination, plant spacing optimisation, electrical SLD generation, automatic ventilation calculations, and BMS data point scheduling—that streamline complex MEP processes, reduce errors, and enhance efficiency. Her work is supported by a bespoke dashboard tracking usage, cost savings, and error reduction, with projected profit margin improvements of up to 19% across projects by 2025.

Her innovations have had demonstrable industry impact. In 2023, Ramboll was awarded Best Digital Innovation at the CIBSE Awards, largely due to Reha’s computational scripts. She also delivered a high-profile CIBSE UAE webinar, “Computational Design – A Disruption in the MEP Industry,” sharing knowledge and inspiring peers. At Egis, she championed the adoption of IES VE software over traditional tools, optimising complex projects—including a mountain observatory and a high-rise crystalline façade tower—through iterative system sizing and a structured seven-week training programme, establishing IES VE as a standard across the region.

In parallel, Reha is advancing research in sustainable energy solutions. Her MSc work at Heriot-Watt focuses on a hybrid solar cooling system for data centers, integrating CPV/T panels with absorption chillers and ice thermal storage to enable low-carbon, off-grid cooling.

Reha exemplifies the power of combining computational innovation, applied research, and knowledge-sharing to advance engineering practice. Her work not only optimises technical performance but also reshapes industry standards, offering scalable, low-carbon solutions that pave the way for a more efficient and sustainable built environment.

Lewis is an innovative engineer whose work has advanced ventilation design in healthcare, with a particular focus on infection control. His early research explored ward ventilation using CFD simulations and industry collaboration, earning second place in the CIBSE President’s Prize. He further investigated the effectiveness of portable air purification units during his postgraduate studies, providing practical, evidence-based insight for facilities teams. This research was recognised in the REHVA Student Competition, where he represented the UK and secured second place, and was subsequently published in the CIBSE Journal.

In professional practice, Lewis has applied his expertise to complex projects, including the design of HTM-compliant radiology departments retrofitted into a 70-year-old hospital. These projects required creative adaptation of modern MEP systems to meet stringent infection control standards without compromising patient safety. Looking ahead, he is preparing to contribute pro bono to the development of modular operating theatres for paediatric care in developing countries and humanitarian settings, translating research into practical solutions under challenging constraints.

Beyond technical delivery, Lewis has demonstrated a values-driven approach, mentoring junior engineers, presenting research to students, and engaging the wider profession through competitions and publications. He excels at interdisciplinary collaboration, bridging clinical, estates, and engineering perspectives to translate complex requirements into implementable, innovative solutions.

Lewis exemplifies the power of curiosity, integrity, and technical creativity in engineering. His pioneering work in healthcare ventilation not only enhances patient safety and infection control but also sets a benchmark for evidence-based, socially responsible design in complex and high-impact environments.

Czarina is a pioneering engineer whose innovations have significantly advanced design efficiency, sustainability, and digital integration across landmark projects. On the Jeddah Opera House, she engineered a façade lighting strategy that minimized installation complexity and cost, introduced a bespoke VESDA system for early smoke detection in a high-ceiling auditorium, and implemented compact tray support solutions that reduced material use while avoiding structural modifications.

Digitally, she has transformed workflows by embedding Dynamo automation into Revit, streamlining equipment placement and tagging, and leveraging PowerBI to analyze building sensor data for real-time design refinement. Her MSc research on Grid-interactive Efficient Buildings applied Exponential Gaussian Process Regression to optimize energy use, achieving 12.8% annual savings—a study published in the MDPI Sustainability journal, demonstrating her ability to translate advanced analytics into practical, high-impact solutions.

Czarina has also championed knowledge-sharing and professional development, establishing forums and CPD sessions to upskill junior engineers and colleagues in emerging technologies. Recognized internationally, she received the MEP Middle East 2022 Young Engineer of the Year and CIBSE UAE 2021 Graduate of the Year awards, reflecting her commitment to excellence and forward-thinking engineering.

Currently, she is developing a Revit-integrated plugin using machine learning to automate electrical load forecasting for hot climates, addressing a long-standing industry challenge by enhancing design accuracy and reducing project risk.

Czarina exemplifies a vision-driven approach that fuses technical mastery, digital innovation, and sustainable design. Her work not only advances industry practice but sets new benchmarks for intelligent, data-driven engineering solutions that will shape the buildings and systems of the future.

Priyankadevi has distinguished herself as a passionate ambassador for engineering and building services, using her expertise and voice to inspire, educate, and advocate for sustainable change. Since beginning her journey with the CIBSE UAE Chapter in 2020 as Secretary of the Young Engineers Network, she has played a pivotal role in strengthening links between academia and industry. Now part of the main committee’s Education Liaison Team, she delivers talks at universities, challenges misconceptions, and helps students explore career pathways in building services and sustainability. She has also contributed to the design and delivery of the Student Design Competition, fostering innovation and meaningful engagement among participants.

Her ambassadorial influence extends across the region and globally. She has represented young engineers at major platforms including GETEX’s Academia-Industry Conference, the UN Global Compact panel at COP28, and the Sustainability Research and Innovation Congress in Chicago. Through YOUNGO, the UN youth constituency on climate, she co-authored GCC-focused energy policy recommendations, advocating for regional collaboration on clean energy transitions.

Alongside advocacy, Priyankadevi has been recognised for her technical capability, receiving a Highly Commended Award from the CIBSE Building Simulation Group (2022) and the “Highly Recommended Young MEP Engineer” title at the CIBSE UAE Awards (2023).

Through technical excellence, policy engagement, and public outreach, Priyankadevi is a true ambassador for the profession, demonstrating that building services engineering is not just a job but a platform to drive climate action and shape a more sustainable future.

Bushra has distinguished herself as a dynamic ambassador for engineering, demonstrating exceptional leadership, advocacy, and mentorship across local and international platforms. As Chair of CIBSE Young Engineers Network (YEN) UAE, she has spearheaded CPD sessions, technical webinars, and networking events that foster professional growth and collaboration among emerging engineers. A key quality that defines Bushra’s ambassadorial contribution is her dedication to mentoring young engineers to act as future ambassadors themselves. Within the YEN UAE committee she actively supports new members, guiding them through event planning, technical presentations, and public speaking. 

In her role on the Women in Building Services Engineering (WiBSE) UAE committee, Bushra champions diversity and inclusion, delivering mentorship programs and organizing events that amplify the voices of women in technical spaces. Her ambassadorial reach extends globally through contributions to the CIBSE Young Engineers Global Network and representation at international forums, including the CIBSE YEN Global Conference, where she has shaped discussions on governance, innovation, and sustainable engineering.

A dedicated STEM advocate, Bushra regularly engages with universities and students at institutions such as Ulster University, RIT Dubai, and Manipal Academy, inspiring the next generation to pursue careers in building services engineering. Her mentoring, outreach, and public speaking cultivate a collaborative, confident, and skilled community of engineers, ensuring long-term impact.

Through consistent leadership, professional excellence, and a commitment to inclusivity, Bushra is an exemplary ambassador for the building services engineering, using her expertise and influence to advance the engineering profession and inspire sustainable, positive change worldwide.

Conor is a dynamic ambassador for building services engineering, celebrated for his leadership, mentorship, and commitment to broadening the visibility and impact of the profession. As Co-Chair of the CIBSE Young Engineers Network (YEN) Northern Ireland, he has spearheaded initiatives connecting students, graduates, and professionals, including technical seminars, cross-institution networking events, and Women in Engineering panels—creating inclusive platforms that amplify early-career voices and foster industry collaboration.

Dedicated to outreach, Conor has delivered workshops to university students and STEM activities in schools, particularly engaging young people from underrepresented backgrounds, and demonstrating the tangible social impact of engineering. Previously, as leader of Arup’s Belfast Community Engagement Team, he coordinated volunteering, charity initiatives, and STEM education programs, further reinforcing the role of engineers as educators and advocates.

Professionally, Conor leads complex healthcare projects, including the mechanical design of the Antrim Area Hospital Midwife Led Unit, aligning engineering solutions with clinical needs and NHS standards. Within AECOM, he mentors junior engineers, supporting technical development, chartership, and professional engagement.

Through his integration of technical excellence, voluntary leadership, and education outreach, Conor exemplifies a holistic approach to building services. His work not only advances engineering practice but also inspires the next generation, strengthens community engagement, and fosters a more inclusive, visible, and valued profession. Conor’s dedication underscores a profound belief that engineering must serve both people and society, shaping a future where the built environment benefits all.

Sundara has emerged as a transformative leader and ambassador for building services engineering, making a profound impact both locally and globally. Beginning her journey with YEN UAE, she revitalized regional engagement by delivering technical events, facilitating workshops, and launching the YEN UAE Podcasts, bridging the gap between academic learning and industry practice for young engineers and students. She further enhanced knowledge-sharing through free IES workshops in collaboration with Manipal University Dubai.

Upon relocating to the UK, Sundara continued her contributions with YEN London, mentoring early-career engineers and leading technical workshops. In her role as YEN/YEA Liaison within YEN Global, she has amplified the voices of young engineers across international chapters and fostered inclusive cross-body collaborations between CIBSE and ASHRAE.

A dedicated STEM Ambassador, Sundara champions sustainable engineering through workshops and career talks for school students, including her highly successful “Rethinking Plastic Packaging” sessions delivered to over 180 students across the UAE and UK. She actively mentors university students, supports student-led projects, and links emerging engineers to professional networks. Her inclusive, empathetic approach ensures that technical excellence is paired with personal development and societal impact.

Sundara exemplifies the values of a true CIBSE Ambassador - leadership, service, and passion - connecting, inspiring, and empowering the next generation while advancing a more sustainable, equitable, and supportive built environment.

Adrienne has distinguished herself as a committed ambassador for building services engineering through leadership, outreach, and advocacy. As Chair of the CIBSE Young Engineers Network (YEN) in Northern Ireland, she has revitalized the local network, organising technical CPDs, site visits, mentoring programs, and networking events that empower early-career engineers. In this role, she sets strategic goals, leads her committee, and ensures young engineers’ voices are represented in wider CIBSE forums.

Parallel to her YEN leadership, Adrienne serves as Northern Ireland’s WiBSE (Women in Building Services Engineering) Representative, establishing the group locally and spearheading initiatives that promote gender equity and inclusion. She has led panel events, coordinated joint professional programs, and advocated for a more supportive and visible space for women in engineering.

A registered STEM Ambassador, Adrienne actively engages with schools and the public, delivering talks, workshops, and careers-fair sessions that inspire the next generation of engineers—particularly girls—while emphasising the importance of sustainable, healthy, and future-ready buildings.

With a BEng and MSc in engineering and nearly four years of industry experience, Adrienne combines technical expertise with a passion for low-carbon and innovative building services solutions. Her mentoring, networking, and inclusive leadership have strengthened both professional and community engagement, ensuring knowledge sharing and capacity building.

Adrienne is a true ambassador, consistently championing a future-focused, equitable, and sustainable built environment for all.

Elle is a distinguished ambassador for engineering, celebrated for her leadership in low-carbon design, education, and diversity. As Senior Engineer at Max Fordham and a lecturer on the MSci Architecture course at the Bartlett, UCL, she equips the next generation of architects and engineers with a robust understanding of building physics, passive design, and sustainable building services. Her teaching fosters critical thinking, technical rigor, and an integrated approach to low-energy architecture, ensuring students graduate ready to tackle real-world engineering challenges.

Elle extends her ambassadorial influence beyond the classroom, delivering CPDs and workshops to practicing architects on decarbonisation, heat pump integration, and retrofit strategies, bridging industry knowledge and practical application. She has also served on a RIBA competition panel, shaping briefs to prioritise energy efficiency and sustainable outcomes.

As co-chair of Max Fordham’s Women and Minority Genders (WAMG) network, Elle champions diversity and inclusion in engineering, creating safe spaces, mentoring colleagues, and advancing the careers of women and minority engineers. She has organised events, moderated discussions, and guided peer mentoring initiatives that strengthen community and professional development within the sector.

A chartered CIBSE engineer, Elle leads by example with a collaborative, respectful, and solutions-focused approach. Through her technical expertise, educational leadership, and advocacy for inclusion, she inspires both current and future professionals to deliver sustainable, equitable, and innovative built environments.

Panumart is a dynamic ambassador for building services engineering, recognised for her leadership in sustainability, education, and international knowledge exchange. Since completing her MSc in Environmental Design and Engineering at UCL in 2023—where she graduated top of her class and earned recognition for her dissertation on reducing uncertainties in indoor overheating simulations—she has leveraged her expertise to advance sustainable practices both in Thailand and internationally. Her research, presented at the 2025 CIBSE-IBPSA Technical Symposium and awarded by the Thai-Anglo Society and Thai Embassy, addresses critical issues at the intersection of engineering, climate resilience, and public health.

As a Sustainability Consultant, Panumart applies her technical knowledge to Part L compliance, whole life carbon assessment, ESG frameworks, and performance-led design, while promoting sustainable practices in emerging markets. She has raised public awareness through national media appearances in Thailand and international workshops, translating complex engineering concepts into accessible guidance for students, professionals, and communities. Her initiatives, including online knowledge-sharing events and cross-border collaborations, foster the adoption of passive design strategies, net-zero carbon principles, and global best practices within Thailand’s developing building services sector.

Recognised in 2024 as a CIBSE Young Engineer Awards finalist, Panumart continues to inspire peers and future professionals through mentorship, training, and outreach. Her work exemplifies how technical excellence, cross-cultural insight, and public engagement can drive meaningful change. Panumart is a great engineering ambassador—championing sustainable, equitable, and climate-resilient building solutions that benefit both people and the planet.

Rida is an emerging leader in building services engineering, recognised for her technical excellence, commitment to sustainability, and dedication to mentoring the next generation of engineers. With nearly two years of industry experience, she has contributed to high-impact projects, including the Forth Yards District Energy Scheme—delivering sustainable heating to 5,000 homes—and the Newcastle City Council Decarbonisation Project, where she supported technical advisory across 15 schemes to advance carbon reduction goals. Her work combines detailed mechanical design, scenario planning, risk analysis, and innovative use of emerging tools such as H2X, driving energy efficiency and decarbonisation in the built environment.

Alongside her technical contributions, Rida is a passionate advocate for early career development. She chairs the Buildings North Early Career Professionals monthly meetings, mentors apprentices, and volunteers with work experience students, providing knowledge-sharing sessions, mock interviews, and practical guidance to inspire the next generation of engineers. As Social Media Coordinator for the CIBSE Young Engineers Network in the Northeast, she promotes professional engagement, industry insights, and community connection across the sector.

Rida’s approach combines technical rigor, leadership, and a genuine commitment to sustainability and inclusion. Through her projects, mentorship, and outreach, she exemplifies the values of a true ambassador for building services engineering, inspiring peers and shaping a more sustainable and innovative future for the profession.

Yusra is an inspiring ambassador for building services engineering, recognised for her leadership, creativity, and commitment to promoting the profession across the UAE. As Social Media Champion for CIBSE Young Engineers Network (YEN) UAE and an active member of the regional CIBSE UAE Committee, she has amplified the voice of early-career engineers, celebrating their achievements while fostering engagement, professional development, and awareness of industry standards.

Her work includes leading digital campaigns for the Women in Building Services Engineering (WiBSE) initiatives and the CIBSE UAE Awards 2024, producing dynamic content, live coverage, and post-event highlights that significantly increased visibility and engagement. Through storytelling and social media strategy, Yusra has made engineering more approachable, visible, and celebrated, connecting diverse audiences and promoting sustainability, inclusivity, and excellence in the sector.

Yusra also champions gender diversity, drawing on her own experience as the only woman in her engineering class to mentor and inspire young women to pursue careers in building services. She uses her platforms to challenge stereotypes, advocate for equitable opportunities, and highlight the contributions of women engineers across the region.

Jennifer is a Senior Electrical Engineer at Cundall, where she leads the electrical discipline on complex decarbonisation, retrofit, and building performance projects. Her technical expertise and strategic insight are demonstrated through her role as project manager for the performance review of CIBSE HQ, where her team is identifying metering improvements and decarbonisation opportunities.

Elected to CIBSE Council as a non-corporate member, Jennifer represents early-career professionals and provides strategic input at the highest level of the institution. She has also served as Chair of CIBSE YEN London, revitalising the network post-pandemic with a full programme of events, and as Young Engineer Ambassador on the CIBSE Patrons committee, championing mentoring and development.

Her achievements are widely recognised: CIBSE Graduate of the Year 2020, WICE Best Young Woman Engineer 2021, and IEng ACIBSE status achieved just two years after graduating with an MEng from Heriot-Watt University. Beyond her professional role, she mentors graduates, launched the Young Engineers Forum at AECOM, and contributes to industry knowledge through Guide M, CTBUH Future Leaders, and the CIC 2050 Group.

Jennifer is also a visible advocate for diversity, STEM outreach, and early-career support, regularly speaking at industry panels and featuring on the cover of the CIBSE Journal. Her leadership, mentoring, and technical excellence make her an influential voice in the engineering community.

Driven by passion for building performance and net zero goals, Jennifer exemplifies the values of CIBSE and is helping shape a more sustainable, inclusive built environment for the future.

Samuel is the Founder and Director of OBS Lighting Consultants, a practice he launched in 2024 to champion lighting for well-being and environmental responsibility. In just over a year, he has transformed the consultancy from a solo venture into a thriving studio with more than 30 live projects across residential, commercial, and public sectors. His portfolio includes landmark schemes such as L’Oréal’s UK headquarters, where he delivered a circadian-focused, low-glare workplace that enhances wellness and productivity, and the AVA Bridge, which demonstrated lighting’s power to improve safety, wayfinding, and user experience.

A natural leader, Samuel manages multidisciplinary teams, budgets, and creative direction while building enduring client relationships based on trust and innovation. His vision extends beyond design delivery: he is a passionate advocate for tackling light pollution and reshaping industry attitudes to darkness. His educational platform on light pollution, shortlisted for the 2024 SLL Young Lighter Award, has already attracted industry recognition and continues to influence debate on sustainable illumination.

Samuel also contributes to industry culture as Regional Partner for the Property Sports Network, fostering mental wellbeing, physical health, and collaboration across the UK property sector. His commitment to holistic leadership reflects his belief that design should not only solve problems but also shape healthier, more connected communities.

By combining technical excellence with bold advocacy and cultural leadership, Samuel is redefining the role of lighting in society—proving it can be both a tool for human wellbeing and a force for planetary care.

Alexandro is a dynamic mechanical building services engineer whose technical expertise and commitment to mentorship are already shaping the future of the industry. Leading design coordination on complex MEP projects, he has delivered innovative solutions under pressure, including a pioneering smoke ventilation strategy for a high-risk building that safeguarded timelines while meeting rigorous safety standards. His calm, analytical approach has earned peer respect across high-stakes projects, from complex refurbishments to a 2,000+ bed student accommodation scheme.

A former apprentice and now an inspiring mentor, Alexandro has supported junior engineers through real-world design challenges, instilling curiosity, independence, and resilience. Many of his mentees are now recognised as emerging leaders themselves—a testament to his inclusive and empowering leadership style. Beyond project work, he relaunched the CIBSE Young Engineers Network in the East Midlands, revitalising engagement and creating opportunities for young professionals to connect with industry innovators.

His contributions have been recognised through accolades including the CIBSE John Hume Award and finalist placement for CIBSE Young Engineer of the Year. He continues to expand his expertise in fire safety, energy efficiency, operational energy, and embodied carbon, championing solutions that are data-driven, sustainable, and forward-looking.

Driven by integrity, innovation, and a passion for bridging the gap between experienced professionals and emerging talent, Alexandro demonstrates the qualities of a future leader. His work reflects a bold vision for an industry that embraces technology, sustainability, and human-centred design leaving a lasting legacy of mentorship, innovation, and purpose.

Sehrish is a Building Services Engineer at Historic England whose leadership and technical expertise are driving the sustainable transformation of the heritage sector. She plays a pivotal role in shaping policy and practice for historic buildings, providing technical advice to external bodies and leading on responses to government consultations. As a technical reviewer for the Arts Council’s MEND Grant programme, she ensures alignment with conservation and sustainability goals while empowering organisations to strengthen their funding applications.

Her project leadership includes steering Historic England’s head office decarbonisation past RIBA Stage 2 and directing the decarbonisation of the National Archive. She also leads research and publishes guidance on critical topics such as ventilation in historic buildings, contributing national resources that influence practice across the sector. Through initiatives such as Technical Tuesday webinars, she has demystified heat pumps and championed low-carbon solutions, reinforcing Historic England’s commitment to net zero.

Beyond technical delivery, Sehrish mentors and upskills her FM team, embedding sustainability into everyday practice. She is a proactive collaborator, forging partnerships across government and industry to advance sustainable conservation. Recognised for her ability to combine strategic thinking with practical implementation, she has become a visible advocate for heritage sustainability at conferences, workshops, and sector events.

Resilient, visionary, and deeply committed to a just climate transition, Sehrish exemplifies the values of leadership, innovation, and service. Her work ensures that historic buildings are not only preserved but reimagined as part of a sustainable, low-carbon future.

Shweta has established herself as a driving force for carbon-conscious design and ethical responsibility in engineering. As a Senior Building Performance and Sustainability Engineer at Harley Haddow she leads sustainability strategies on major projects, including delivering a Future Homes Standard-ready scheme for Stretford Mall where she introduced renewable technology and authored a bespoke matrix comparing regulatory targets and local policy giving the team clarity and confidence to deliver on both compliance and occupant wellbeing while managing cost implications. Her work consistently embeds renewable technologies, robust carbon modelling, and innovative tools to align compliance with occupant wellbeing and cost efficiency.

Beyond project delivery, Shweta’s independent research has had international impact. Her creation of a net-zero carbon pathway for India, where benchmarks are limited, earned the 2024 CIBSE Technical Symposium Award for Most Significant Contribution to Building Services Engineering and was later featured in the CIBSE Journal. She continues to publish widely, using both technical and public platforms to connect sustainability with ethics and social responsibility.

To date, Shweta has received four significant industry awards, including the CIBSE Young Modeller Award and TDUK Retrofit Design Challenge Gold Medal, reflecting her originality, technical expertise, and applied value in advancing sustainable engineering. Active in CIBSE committees, she champions knowledge sharing, inclusive events, and early-career support, while also engaging young people through STEM outreach.

With a career shaped by purpose and ethics, Shweta exemplifies the belief that engineers must lead from the front—making climate responsibility real, relatable, and impactful.

Since joining Arup’s Climate and Sustainability Group in 2018, Jill has been deeply committed to advancing sustainable solutions across the built environment. Now a Project Engineer, she addresses climate change through both mitigation and adaptation strategies, recognising the building sector’s significant role in global carbon emissions.

Jill leads decarbonisation initiatives for both new and existing buildings, applying advanced data analytics to assess performance and identify opportunities. She developed a digital tool for rapid energy analysis and “what-if” modelling, presented at the ASHRAE Annual Conference 2025, and created a data quality framework that integrates with AI to uncover actionable energy-saving measures. Her innovative work has been recognised with multiple industry awards, including winning the HK Green Building Council's International Advancing Net Zero Ideas Competition (Existing Building Category) and the ASHRAE Technology Award 2025 (Existing Commissioning Category).

As a resilience engineer, Jill also supports building owners in preparing for climate-related hazards, ensuring projects integrate future-ready solutions that enhance long-term adaptability. She has helped real estate clients set science-based targets and transition towards net zero, embedding sustainability into strategy as well as design.

Alongside her technical expertise, Jill is a committed advocate for knowledge sharing. She has presented at international conferences such as the CIBSE Technical Symposium, while also engaging the next generation of engineers through outreach initiatives like Girls Go Tech.

Adaptable, innovative, and purpose-driven, Jill demonstrates how engineers can lead from the front delivering climate responsibility with both technical rigour and lasting social impact.

Tsz Kai has rapidly emerged as a leading voice in sustainable engineering, combining technical expertise, strategic vision, and outreach to advance climate responsibility across Hong Kong and beyond. As the sole Young Engineer Network representative at Shun Tak Holdings Limited, he co-led the 2024 Group Sustainability Report, creating a decarbonisation roadmap aligned with TCFD and setting net zero targets. His initiatives, including HVAC retrofits, rooftop solar installation, and BMS optimisation, achieved a 15% energy reduction in 2023, positioning Shun Tak as a regional leader in sustainability.

His impact extends across the industry. At Swire Properties, he contributed to securing the No. 1 global ranking in the 2024 Dow Jones S&P Sustainability World Index by embedding resilient designs and advancing Scope 3 supplier engagement. On Shanghai’s landmark NEW BUND 31 hotel project, he designed an innovative district energy system and sustainable drainage solutions, helping the development earn LEED Gold and China’s 3-star Green Building Design Label.

Beyond his professional achievements, Tsz Kai serves on Hong Kong’s Advisory Committee on Water Supplies and the Environment and Conservation Fund, shaping policies on water resilience and food waste reduction. Active in CIBSE YEN Hong Kong, he inspires early-career engineers through retrofit workshops, mentorship, and outreach, while also sharing sustainability insights with over 3,000 LinkedIn followers and the public via his @envhk platform.

With recognised leadership, multiple professional accreditations, and award-winning projects, Tsz Kai exemplifies how young engineers can drive transformative sustainability, uniting innovation, technical rigour, and community impact.

Sam, an Associate Environmental Designer, is committed to advancing sustainability in the built environment through both technical excellence and regenerative design principles. His expertise spans early-stage passive design optimisation, detailed energy modelling, embodied carbon analysis, and the creation of sustainability frameworks that guide clients towards future-ready, low-carbon outcomes.

At univeristy, Sam championed strategies that restored and enhanced a riverside ecosystem, including biodiversity improvements and light-sensitive design to protect local wildlife. His advocacy for natural ventilation strategies—such as ceiling fans, insect-meshed openable windows, and stack ventilation—helped reduce peak cooling loads and plant sizes while improving occupant comfort, demonstrating the real-world benefits of thoughtful sustainable design.

As a Chartered Engineer, CIBSE Member, and Certified Passivhaus Designer, Sam combines technical rigour with industry leadership. He leads the Masterplanning Practice Group, fostering innovation and research to anticipate future sustainability challenges. Beyond project delivery, he contributes to education as an Environmental Design Tutor at UCL, inspiring the next generation to adopt integrated, holistic approaches to building design.

Sam also champions diversity and outreach, participating in student engagement events to break down barriers to careers in building services and sustainability consulting. His cross-disciplinary curiosity has been enriched through initiatives such as the RDI Summer School, where he explored lessons from other design fields to apply within engineering practice.

Through leadership, innovation, and a strong belief in regenerative design, Sam shows how engineers can create positive, lasting change for both people and the planet.

Zhichu has established himself as an innovative leader in sustainable cooling, decarbonisation, and knowledge transfer, driving measurable impact across research, practice, and education. At the University of Hull’s Aura Innovation Centre, he conceived, built, and manages a pioneering modular indirect-evaporative cooling plant for data centres. With a peak coefficient of performance of 52.5—compared to 2–4 for conventional systems—this technology reduces cooling electricity use by up to 90%, delivering climate-resilient, low-carbon services.

His PhD formalises this research, applying high-resolution machine-learning models to optimise system performance, forecast global scalability, and inform forthcoming CIBSE guidance. Alongside research, Zhichu co-supervises MSc dissertations in Advanced Energy Technologies, embedding life-cycle thinking and whole-building decarbonisation skills in the next generation of engineers.

Beyond academia, Zhichu has led high-impact retrofit and decarbonisation projects, including Hymers College’s Net Zero roadmap and a city-centre office retrofit integrating PV, hybrid ventilation, and whole-life-cycle analysis. His leadership has delivered significant energy and carbon savings while establishing replicable frameworks for wider adoption.

An active thought leader, Zhichu has presented internationally at Sustainable Energy Technology 2023, World Sustainable Energy Days 2024, and the CIBSE Technical Symposium 2024, earning recognition such as “Best Paper” for his work on building and data-centre cooling. His insights have also been published in leading journals, advancing practical design guidance for sustainable systems.

Through technical innovation, applied retrofit leadership, and experiential education, Zhichu is an exemplar Sustainable Champion—integrating research, practice, and mentorship to deliver lasting climate solutions.

Zhengguang has established himself as an international leader in low-carbon building innovation, combining cutting-edge research, cross-disciplinary collaboration, and industry impact. At Xi’an Jiaotong University, he led the development of a building-integrated photovoltaic smart energy system that combines multi-objective optimisation with nanofluid geothermal technology. Piloted on the university’s new experimental building, this solution is projected to cut annual carbon emissions by 15% and provides a scalable model for campus decarbonisation. He also convenes the “Low-Carbon Buildings and Smart Energy Systems” salon, creating a platform for faculty, students, and industry to explore AI-assisted PV optimisation, storage strategies, and real-time carbon monitoring.

Beyond academia, Zhengguang has applied his expertise to city-scale transformation. His real-time carbon-emission model was adopted by the Xi’an Planning and Natural Resources Bureau to inform urban renewal, while his keynote contributions to municipal and international forums have shaped low-carbon policy and practice. His landmark Nature Reviews Electrical Engineering article proposing geothermal reuse of oil-and-gas wells was incorporated into the European Renewable Energy Council’s 2025 roadmap.

With more than 60 peer-reviewed papers, 3,000+ citations, and over ¥15 million in competitive funding secured, Zhengguang’s work bridges scholarship and deployment. He has co-founded CleanEnergy Tech Co., holds two patents, and piloted PV-geothermal systems on commercial campuses. His leadership roles include associate editor of the International Journal of Sustainable Energy and Chinese lead for IEA EBC Annex 67.

Through pioneering research, industry partnerships, and mentorship of future engineers, Zhengguang exemplifies the values of a Sustainable Champion—delivering solutions that advance both global decarbonisation and community resilience.

Sophie is a multidisciplinary engineer whose work exemplifies the integration of technical excellence, environmental insight, and creative problem-solving across complex and diverse projects. With a foundation in Environmental Sciences and an MSc in Engineering, she has pioneered solutions that span sectors and challenge conventional boundaries. Notable achievements include designing a heat network strategy for a major university that cut emissions by 80%, modelling a fully off-grid electrification solution for a 35-vehicle refuse fleet, and delivering a £108k multi-site decarbonisation audit covering 120 police buildings, creating long-term social and environmental value.

Her holistic approach combines environmental science, mechanical systems, and socio-economic considerations, exemplified in innovative projects such as solar installations designed to allow sheep grazing beneath panels, blending renewable energy with agricultural sustainability. Beyond project delivery, Sophie champions knowledge sharing and professional development, training colleagues in tools like SolarEdge Designer and energyPRO, and developing the Technoeconomic Assessment Model to support district heating feasibility studies. She actively promotes climate-resilient engineering as Secretary of CIBSE’s Resilient Cities group and engages in outreach through workshops and interactive energy games for schools, fostering diversity and inclusion in the profession.

Recognised for her leadership, visibility, and commitment to reshaping expectations of engineering, Sophie balances strategic vision with practical impact, mentoring teams, advancing decarbonisation, and inspiring future engineers. Her work not only delivers measurable environmental and social benefits but also redefines what engineering can achieve in a rapidly evolving world.

Tom is a versatile and highly engaged engineer whose career demonstrates a unique blend of technical expertise, leadership, and cross-disciplinary impact. Since joining AECOM as a graduate, he has actively fostered professional development, organising his office’s young engineers’ forum and supporting CIBSE YEN events to encourage knowledge-sharing, safety awareness, and professional engagement. He has also voluntarily mentored industrial placements, guiding part-time team members through chartership routes and supporting their professional growth.

Tom’s passion for sustainability has shaped his career trajectory. Following involvement in the NHS Net Zero Carbon Coordinator pilot scheme, he pursued embodied carbon modelling, joined the Building Performance Champions group, and consistently challenges manufacturers on performance data to help reduce the design-to-operation gap. His technical innovation extends to energy management, including a master’s dissertation using machine learning to optimise renewable energy storage for housing estates, and feasibility studies connecting hospitals to district heating schemes.

He demonstrates adaptability across complex sectors, developing expertise in UK Healthcare Standards, ASHRAE requirements, and specialised systems such as gas suppression alternatives in response to evolving regulations. Tom also contributes to STEM outreach and charitable initiatives, raising awareness and funds for the construction industry’s social causes.

Combining project management, technical precision, and a forward-thinking approach to sustainability and energy optimisation, Tom exemplifies a new generation of engineers who bridge technical, social, and environmental priorities. His multidisciplinary engagement, mentorship, and commitment to advancing both practice and knowledge underscore his distinctive impact on the profession and its future.

Henry is an exceptionally driven young engineer whose accomplishments, despite being under 18, demonstrate remarkable vision and leadership in the built environment. While still at school, he contributed to the Design Engineer Construct Global Challenge, producing professional-level technical designs for a rail station hub and earning a prize trip to London to see his work realised with RIBA-winning architects and engineers.

A passionate advocate for youth engagement, Henry has presented to global organisations, including Bentley, Mott MacDonald, and Taaleem, promoting student-led innovation and inspiring peers to explore engineering careers. He is a founding member of the AEC society at UIS and mentors primary and secondary students, helping pioneer initiatives such as the Primary Eco Classroom Design event and regional work experience programmes. His involvement as a DEC ambassador and on the Big 5 Advisory Board has helped establish the first Children’s Day at the exhibition, bridging industry and education while tackling skills shortages.

Henry combines technical skill, leadership, and creativity, having learned Revit at just 15 and developed design solutions that integrate sustainability, human-centred design, and digital innovation. He has also delivered TED-style talks on the intersection of AI and creativity, showcasing his ability to communicate complex ideas effectively.

Through mentorship, outreach, and technical excellence, Henry is building a new generation of engineering talent and reshaping how the profession engages with young people. His distinctive achievements while still at school exemplify the potential of youth to influence the industry, inspiring innovation, equity, and long-term impact in the built environment.

Athiya is a distinguished emerging talent in building services engineering, combining technical excellence with a commitment to human-centered impact and sustainability. Her award-winning dissertation employed IESVE and CFD tools to simulate passive cooling strategies for Middle Eastern buildings under 2050 climate scenarios, producing actionable insights on vernacular, modern, and hybrid systems. This work contributed to climate-resilient design discourse and earned her team the 2024 CIBSE Student Design Competition.

Beyond technical achievements, Athiya has expanded the reach of building services into education, community engagement, and global forums. She has addressed over 5,000 attendees as a Youth Ambassador at GITEX 2023, contributed to climate action at COP28 and COY18, and co-developed Floww, a carbon-aware navigation app recognized at the RTA Hackathon. As a mentor with Class of Your Own and a leader within Girl Up (UN Foundation), she inspires young women and students toward careers in sustainable engineering.

In professional practice at WSP, Athiya bridges multidisciplinary teams, integrating design, sustainability, and engineering to deliver holistic, future-ready solutions. Her work optimizes building performance, occupant wellbeing, and environmental impact, demonstrating the tangible benefits of technical innovation applied at scale.

Athiya’s combination of technical mastery, visionary thinking, and dedication to mentorship reflects a rare versatility that transcends conventional engineering roles. Her work not only advances building services but actively shapes the profession’s future, fostering a culture of innovation, inclusion, and sustainability. Through her unique approach, Athiya exemplifies how engineers can drive meaningful change both within and beyond their technical discipline.

Aashika is a highly versatile sustainability engineer whose work spans building performance, policy, and low-carbon design. At Etude, she has directly influenced local authority energy and sustainability policies, providing rigorous technical evidence that drives ambition beyond regulatory minimums. Key contributions include developing Surrey County Council’s Net Zero Carbon Toolkit and supporting retrofit strategies for Camden Council, ensuring practical, equitable, and high-impact carbon reduction policies.

As a Passivhaus designer, Aashika embeds performance-led thinking from early project stages, shaping decisions on fabric, structure, and materials to optimize energy efficiency and promote reuse. She has led internal knowledge-sharing sessions on whole-life carbon, established cross-disciplinary workflows, and delivered CPDs for clients and project teams, raising industry standards and fostering a culture of sustainability.

Her influence extends beyond project delivery. As CIBSE YEN London Secretary, she has chaired events for over 100 young professionals on the Net Zero Carbon Building Standard and led sessions demystifying embodied carbon. She has co-authored articles for the CIBSE Journal, contributed to STEM outreach through Islington’s World of Work, and mentors early-career engineers, supporting inclusivity and knowledge transfer in the sector.

Aashika excels at connecting technical insight with practical delivery, translating complex analysis into actionable solutions while navigating policy and stakeholder constraints. Her work in operational energy benchmarking for West Oxfordshire demonstrates her ability to embed measurable targets that guide systemic change.

Through curiosity, patience, and collaboration, Aashika empowers others to champion sustainability at every level. Her distinctive approach—blending technical mastery, mentorship, and strategic foresight—ensures enduring impact across both the built environment and the profession, shaping a more resilient, low-carbon future.

Patrycja is a versatile and impactful engineer whose work spans sustainable infrastructure, decarbonisation, and innovation. At KEW Technology, she contributed to a government-funded initiative on carbon capture and hydrogen production from biogas, serving as Project Manager for the commercial workstream and coordinating multidisciplinary teams to deliver technically and commercially viable modular solutions.

Currently at Bring Energy, Patrycja develops decentralised energy infrastructure projects from concept to financial close, focusing on smart local energy systems and low-carbon heat networks. She integrates technical expertise with practical delivery, ensuring projects are both feasible and commercially robust, driving the adoption of sustainable technologies in the built environment.

Her influence extends beyond projects. She actively engages with the wider engineering community as a General Member of CIBSE YEN London, a member of the Women’s Engineering Society, and a mentor through the Women in Brunel Engineering and Computing programme, supporting the next generation of engineers. In 2023, she was selected from over 3,000 applicants for the Leadership in Tech programme, where she honed leadership skills and developed a prototype app enabling homeowners to select sustainable solutions for property renovations, demonstrating her ability to combine design thinking, technical knowledge, and user-centred innovation.

Patrycja’s career exemplifies a distinctive blend of technical excellence, commercial acumen, and leadership. Her commitment to sustainability, mentorship, and forward-thinking solutions reflects a rare capacity to shape both the built environment and the engineering profession. Through her work, she advances Net Zero objectives while empowering others, leaving a lasting imprint on the sector and inspiring the next generation of engineers.