Niki Kesharaju is a Senior Decarbonisation Strategy Manager at National Grid and leads on strategy development for the decarbonisation of key demand sectors such as heat, industry, transport and the role of hydrogen, and how all this may impact networks. Niki’s career has spanned decarbonisation, strategy and innovation across the energy and automotive sectors. In her previous roles in National Grid, she has led thinking and delivery in startup technology innovation for electric networks, and the decarbonisation of construction. Niki is a Chartered Engineer and an Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Champion, promoting STEM careers and an inclusive work environment. Niki is an energy geek who is passionate about new technologies changing the world we live in, and is driven by creating a decarbonised and sustainable future for all.