Abdu Issa
About Abdu Issa
Abdu Issa is the Impact Analytics & Reporting Manager at Breakthrough Energy, with a background in strategy and sustainability at Occidental and expertise in energy and decarbonization.
Title and Current Role
Abdu Issa is currently serving as Impact Analytics & Reporting Manager at Breakthrough Energy. He has held this position since 2021. Based in Washington, District of Columbia, United States, he focuses on demonstrating financial and production strategies for low-carbon economy solutions through the Breakthrough Energy Catalyst program.
Previous Experience at Occidental
Before joining Breakthrough Energy, Abdu Issa worked at Occidental, a prominent energy company, in multiple roles over several years. His roles included Senior Analyst - Strategy & Sustainability (2020-2021), Low Carbon Ventures Analyst (2019-2020), Staff Drilling Engineer (2018-2019), Drilling Engineer (2017-2018, 2015-2016), and Drill Site Manager (2016-2017) in various locations, primarily Houston, Texas, and the Permian Basin.
Early Career and Internships
Abdu Issa began his career with internships at Concho, working as an Intern - New Mexico Shelf Engineering in 2014 and Intern - Texas Wolfberry Operations in 2013. These positions allowed him to gain valuable hands-on experience in the energy sector in locations such as Artesia, New Mexico, and Midland, Texas.
Education and Expertise
Abdu Issa holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Houston, completed between 2019 and 2021. He also studied Petroleum Engineering at Texas A&M University, earning a Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Cum Laude. He completed his high school education at Westwood High School. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his expertise in energy, public policy related to decarbonization, and impact analytics.
Influences and Approach
Abdu Issa is inspired by Cal Newport's book, 'So Good They Can't Ignore You,' which influences his approach to work. This inspiration plays a crucial role in his dedication to decarbonization and energy strategy. He integrates this perspective into his work by focusing on actionable strategies and public policy to drive a low-carbon economy.