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 the resultant impact on networks. Niki's career has been centred on decarbonisation, strategy and technology innovation across the energy and automotive sectors. In her previous roles in National Grid, she has led thinking and delivery in startup technology for electric networks, and the decarbonisation of construction. Niki has an academic background in Material Science and Engineering and is a Chartered Engineer, advocating for the benefits STEM can bring to a green workforce. She is also an Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Champion, and has been actively involved in women's Employee Resource Groups to encourage an inclusive work environment for all. Niki is an energy geek who is passionate about new technologies changing the world we live in, and is motivated by creating a decarbonised and sustainable future for all.