Anant Kumar

Anant Kumar is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in the energy sector, currently serving as a Principal at Charles River Associates since May 2019, where responsibilities include leading strategic engagements in utility resource planning and driving thought leadership in areas such as energy storage and hydrogen. Previously, Anant held the position of Head of the Strategy & Planning Practice at Siemens, overseeing business development and consulting solutions in the IPP and utility sectors. Anant's career began at Entergy Corporation as a Senior Engineer and includes roles at DTE Energy Company as a Financial Analyst, LECG LLC as a Senior Consultant, and ICF International as Principal of the Wholesale Power Practice. Academic credentials include an MBA in Finance and Strategy from the University of Michigan, an MS in Electrical Engineering from The University of Texas at Austin, and a BS in Electrical Engineering from AMU, Aligarh, India.