Naina S.

Naina S. has a diverse work experience spanning multiple industries. Naina started their career as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Turf Grass Physiology Lab at Virginia Tech, where they conducted research on turf grass tolerance to environmental stressors. Naina also worked as an Undergraduate Research Assistant in the Soybean Genetics Program at Virginia Tech, focusing on disease resistance genes and protein analysis in soybeans.

After their undergraduate studies, Naina took on the role of Energy Data Analyst at IMG-Crown Energy Services, where they analyzed power plant operational data to inform the energy industry. Naina then joined Whitney, Bradley & Brown (WBB) as a Program Analyst II, supporting program development for US Navy Installation Energy Plans and providing strategic communication support on energy policy and programs.

Naina's next role was as a Math Instructor at Mathnasium - The Math Learning Center, where they taught math principles and focused on developing lifelong skills and a love for learning in students.

Naina then transitioned to BCS, LLC, where they held two positions. First, as a Project Coordinator in the Opportunity Development Directorate, they researched and developed energy resilience project proposals for US Army Installations. Later, as a Project Coordinator in the Project Execution Directorate, they coordinated the development and execution of large-scale energy resilience projects.

Currently, Naina is working as a Climate Policy Analyst at Concurrent Technologies Corporation. In this role, they are involved in transforming installation energy and water policies to be climate-informed for long-term mission assurance and resilience. Naina is also developing policy frameworks to ensure climate-informed decision-making is embedded throughout energy resilience initiatives.

Overall, Naina has gained experience in research, education, energy analysis, and project coordination, with a focus on climate-informed policies and energy resilience.

Naina S. completed their Bachelor of Science degree in Environmental Science at Virginia Tech from 2012 to 2016. Following this, they pursued a Master of Science degree in Energy Policy and Climate from Johns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs, which they completed from 2017 to 2018. In addition to their academic qualifications, Naina S. also obtained a 40-Hour HAZWOPER Training certification from OSHA in April 2016.