Catarina Neves

We envision a better-connected network of energy professionals who can catalyze progress to reach the world’s climate change and energy development objectives by optimizing existing idea, resources, and technologies. ​ EESN intends to foster connections among students and young professionals in Europe with energy-related companies, start-ups, policy-makers and NGOs to build a community of future energy leaders who can see and solve the energy challenge from various vantage points.

Completed a 2 month analytical project to understand the payment behavior of Simpa's customers who purchase solar home systems on pay-as-you-go payment plans and propose strategies on how to improve portfolio health on both the customer selection and customer engagement sides. Analyzed data of customer behavior at the individual and village level and derived recommendations and further tests to confirm hypothesis and results.

Research in the field of Bio-Inspired engineering - Used high-speed cameras to obtain videos of the jumping mechanism of crickets - Developed the apparatus used for the testing

Research on Zero-Energy Buildings fit for the forecasted mid-century climate. - Designed a full building model using passive methods for cooling, heating and ventilating - Ran simulations for user comfort and energy use - Selected appropriate active methods for cooling, heating, ventilating and in-site energy generation - Ran energy simulations according to weather, location and date to determine building performance in the expected mid-century climate