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Work History
Education
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Makarand Deshpande

Pune

Summary

As a recent graduate, I bring a strong academic background in ESG research and climate analysis. Eager to contribute as an ESG researcher, consultant, and climate research analyst, I offer a solid foundation in sustainability principles. My academic achievements, coupled with a passion for environmental and social responsibility, position me as a dedicated professional ready to contribute innovative insights to organizations committed to sustainable business practices and positive societal impact.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Junior Renewable Engineer

Sushma Enterprises
01.2023 - Current

• The company undertakes various domestic and industrial Solar Thermal and Solar PV projects

• As a project intern, I am responsible for the following tasks: Initial estimation of electric consumption for domestic projects using software PVSYST and PVSOL for Industrial projects

• Preparation and calculation of budget based on the schedule of norms after site inspection

• Preparation of technical drawings in AutoCAD software

• Project planning and coordination along with Project Manager

• Oversee installation activities and final testing.

Project Intern

Sisai Technologies
10.2020 - 06.2021

• The project aimed to set up a radar for drones and build software for the same

• Furthermore, to test their range and detection accuracy

• The radar used was 'IWR 1843' which is developed by Texas Instruments (Ti)

• As part of the team, I was assigned a few tasks like, building a code as per the requirements of the application

• Interfacing of the radar device

• Final testing & handover of the project.

Intern

Aztec Automation
05.2020 - 07.2020

• Aztec Automation is a pharmaceutical company, so I was assigned to the control system department

• During the internship, I had to learn the Delta-V software which was developed by Siemens.

Education

Master of Science - Renewable Energy Engineering

University of Exeter
Penryn, United Kingdom
09.2022

Bachelor of Science - Electronics and Communication, Power

MIT World Peace University
Pune, India
06.2021

Skills

  • Programming skills:
  • C, Embedded
  • Python
  • Pvsyst
  • PVSOL
  • SolarEdge (Familiar with the software)
  • Helioscope
  • QGIS
  • MATLAB Simulink
  • AutoCAD

Certification

• ESG & Climate change:

The University of Pennsylvania approved the four-week course.

• Introduction to ESG:

Introductory course on understanding basic principles of ESG.

• Understanding Electric Vehicles:

The course introduced by Haritha Technologies to have a clear understanding of EV’s

• Understanding solar energy and management:

A complete understanding of Solar PV & its application.


Accomplishments

  • Understanding the issues to accommodate Vehicle-To-Grid Technology for CCS Standard: The objective of the project was to understand the shortcomings of CCS standards and why it's not able to accommodate V2G. Additionally, how V2G can be commercialized which will help us to reduce carbon emissions and improve grid stability.
  • Assessing off-grid solar-powered charging stations: The project's goal was to examine charging profiles and how excessive charging can cause grid imbalances, as well as how to address this issue.
  • Understanding the significance of Biofuels in the UK Automobile market: The project's major goal was to assess the feasibility of biofuel applications in the UK vehicle sectors, as well as their impact on the country's economic and environmental enhancement.

Extra Curricular

  • Football
  • Podcasts
  • Cooking
  • Writing
  • Cricket

Timeline

Junior Renewable Engineer

Sushma Enterprises
01.2023 - Current

Project Intern

Sisai Technologies
10.2020 - 06.2021

Intern

Aztec Automation
05.2020 - 07.2020

Master of Science - Renewable Energy Engineering

University of Exeter

Bachelor of Science - Electronics and Communication, Power

MIT World Peace University
Makarand Deshpande