Avantika Basu

Avantika Basu is a seasoned professional in the renewable energy sector with extensive experience in project development and engineering. Currently serving as Project Director at Transgrid since October 2018, Avantika oversees the delivery of HV Connection Assets for the Melbourne Renewable Energy Hub. Previously held positions include Manager of Engineering & Design and Customer Project Development Manager at Transgrid, where responsibilities encompassed project development and design engineering. Avantika’s prior roles include Development Manager at Fotowatio Renewable Ventures, Senior Analyst at SunEdison International LLC, and Photovoltaic Engineer at Suntech. Earlier experience also includes a role as Project Engineer at BP, contributing to large-scale solar projects. Avantika holds a Bachelor’s degree in Photovoltaic and Solar Energy from UNSW, obtained in 2011.