HIMANI MESHRAM

DAAD Scholarship

Awarded for Master’s Thesis research at Technical University of Munich.
Schneider Go Green Challenge

Secured 8th place for innovative energy audit tool and PCM integration.

Key Projects:

Techno – economic modelling of green steel production pathways between India and Australia

Guide: Dr. Stuart DC Walsh, Dr Manish Pande

• Utilized geospatial analysis to optimize logistics and reduce transportation emissions in green steel production.
• Conducted techno-economic analysis comparing traditional BF-BOF and Electric Arc Furnace (EAF) processes with green steel technologies.
• Created a web-based tool for calculating energy requirements and cost analysis for green steel production.
• Investigated decarbonization strategies, including gas separation technologies and electric melting furnaces, to reduce emissions in steel production.
• Developed custom code for energy and cost modeling in line with project goals.
• Collaborated on the integration of innovative green steel technologies for emissions reduction and economic feasibility.

Enhancing Energy Efficiency and Sustainability in Buildings: Exploring Next-Generation Smart Envelope

Schneider Electric | August 2023

• Developed a Python code which carries out the Energy Audit of buildings (residential & commercial). including HVAC, insulation, air leakage, orientation & shading, lightning efficiency, and thermal mass assessment.
• Based on the results obtained from the assessment suggestions are made to reduce the energy consumption and reduce the carbon footprint.
• An algorithm was developed which suggests the best combination of Porous PCMs and gaseous insulators as per the surrounding temperatures thereby adjusting the indoor temperatures for occupant comfort and reduce the overall energy consumption of the building by 56%.

• A Comparative Study of Sensible Energy Storage and Hydrogen Energy Storage for a Concentrated Solar Thermal Power Plant - Journal of Energy Storage
• Applications of Phase Change Material Thermal Energy Storage in Waste Heat Recovery - Book Chapter, Elsevier
• High-Temperature Nuclear Cogeneration Utilizing Supercritical CO₂ - Under Review
• A Comprehensive Overview of Hydrogen Storage and Transportation via Adsorption - Under Review

American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Conference
Hybrid sCO2 and Orc Integration for Enhanced Waste Heat Recovery and Power Generation Efficiency
Upcoming on 12th July, 2025

Khaparkheda Power Plant (1340 MW)
August 2015 – December 2018

• Engaged in comprehensive, hands-on training in power plant operations and maintenance, with direct exposure to equipment management, power generation processes, and environmental compliance.

Sasan Ultra Mega Power Project (3960 MW)
December 2016

• Attended a 10-day vocational program on equipment and process optimization, with focus areas in boilers, turbines, and generators, crucial for large-scale power generation.

Rural Technology Action Group (RUTAG), IIT Delhi
June, 2023 – August, 2023

• Innovative Marble Artefact Designs: Developed cost-effective CAD designs during a 3-month RUTAG IIT Delhi internship, addressing market challenges.
• User-Centric Solutions: Identified factors affecting sales, proposed practical designs to align with modern preferences.
  Enhanced Market Appeal: Recommended functional marble artefact designs, repositioning for everyday use and broader appeal.