Vasudha Lathey, Ph.D.
About Vasudha Lathey, Ph.D.
Vasudha Lathey, Ph.D., serves as the East Bay Metro Director and is a Board Member at Women in Cleantech and Sustainability. With extensive experience in energy efficiency and sustainability, she has held various leadership roles in organizations such as Olivine, Inc., Schneider Electric, and the United Nations ESCAP.
Current Role at Cleantech Open
Vasudha Lathey serves as the East Bay Metro Director at Cleantech Open, a position she has held since 2017. In this role, she focuses on fostering innovation and entrepreneurship in the clean technology sector within the San Francisco Bay Area. Her responsibilities include supporting startups and facilitating connections between entrepreneurs and resources to promote sustainable practices.
Experience at Olivine, Inc.
Lathey has been the Vice President of DER Community Programs at Olivine, Inc. since 2019. She plays a crucial role in developing and delivering programs that enable Virtual Power Plants (VPPs) and enhance grid resilience. Her work contributes to advancing clean energy solutions and improving energy efficiency in community settings.
Educational Background
Vasudha Lathey holds a Ph.D. and an M.S. from Arizona State University. She also earned a B. Architecture degree in Environmentally Conscious Building Design from Indraprastha University, TVB School of Habitat Studies. Her educational background provides a strong foundation for her work in clean energy and sustainability.
Previous Work Experience
Lathey has extensive experience in the energy sector, having worked in various roles. She was an Energy Analyst at Schneider Electric from 2004 to 2006 and served as the Energy Efficiency Program Lead at Nexant, Inc. from 2012 to 2014. Additionally, she held positions at Booz Allen Hamilton, TRC Companies, and the United Nations ESCAP, contributing to significant clean energy initiatives and projects.
Achievements in Clean Energy Projects
While at TRC Companies, Lathey led a $1.5 million national smart building demonstration project in collaboration with the US Department of Energy. She also co-led the implementation of USAID's PACE-D Program, which is recognized as the largest clean energy project in Asia. Her efforts have focused on enhancing clean energy adoption and advancing building systems.