Michiel Vanhoutte

Michiel Vanhoutte is an accomplished professional with extensive experience in leadership roles across various industries, currently serving as Chief Operating Officer at ENVIRIA since June 2025. Prior to this position, Michiel was the Managing Director and Chief Operating Officer at GOLDBECK SOLAR GmbH from April 2022 to May 2025, where responsibilities included overseeing solar EPC, O&M, and BESS services. A prior tenure at Saint-Gobain spanned several roles, including Managing Director of Solar & Greenhouse Glass and Digital Transformation Manager, contributing to operational success and digital initiatives. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Materials Science and Engineering from the Massachusetts Institute of Technology, complemented by a minor in Strategy & Finance from MIT Sloan School of Management, and a Master's degree from Ghent University. Michiel also has significant experience in research, consulting, and event organization related to renewable energy and technological advancements.