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Archives for August 21, 2017

Sterling Watson

August 21, 2017

Sterling is a mechanical engineer at Natel, interested in mechanical and system design for sustainable energy technologies. Prior to joining Natel, she was a graduate student at MIT focusing on village-scale, solar-powered desalination system design and optimization for the developing world. Sterling earned her undergraduate and master’s degrees in mechanical engineering from MIT. … [Read more...]

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PEDER AUNE

August 21, 2017

Peder provides prototyping support to Natel’s engineers, fabricating components for a variety of product development projects. He has several years of machining experience, including the programming and operation of CNC mills and lathes. Prior to becoming a machinist, Peder worked as a teacher for over 15 years, teaching mathematics at a high school in Oakland and at an international school in Guatemala. Peder holds a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from Stanford University. When … [Read more...]

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MICHAEL SPOLUM

August 21, 2017

Michael leads Natel Energy’s business development efforts in South and Southeast Asia, which currently includes sales and pipeline development in Bhutan, India, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Myanmar, the Philippines and Vietnam. Michael holds a Bachelor of Arts in Asian Studies from St. Olaf College and a Master’s Degree in International Development Policy from Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy. Michael brings 15 years of experience as an entrepreneur, development consultant and … [Read more...]

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JOANNA NOBLE

August 21, 2017

Joanna is a mechanical engineer at Natel, interested in machine design and manufacturing. She has designed and fabricated a variety of tools used for hydroEngine assembly and component testing. Joanna has an undergraduate degree in Biomedical Engineering from Duke University and a Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering from UC Berkeley. Before joining Natel, she worked on structural design and fabrication at Makani Power, an airborne wind turbine company. She has also researched 3D … [Read more...]

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JIN ZHAO

August 21, 2017

Jin works as an Civil/Environmental Engineer. Jin graduated from UC Berkeley with a M.S. degree in environmental engineering in 2015. He holds a B.S. degree in civil engineering from University of Michigan, and a B.S. in mechanical engineering from Shanghai Jiaotong University. … [Read more...]

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JESSICA PENROD

August 21, 2017

Jessica Penrod is the Western US project developer and builds strategic partnerships for Natel Energy. The Western market is primarily in partnership with irrigation districts and government water agencies. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and Spanish from the University of Oregon. In 2020 she will proudly an M.S. degree in Energy Systems Management from the University of San Francisco. In her free time, she can be found exploring oceans and the water as Captain Jess and working … [Read more...]

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DANA NGUYEN

August 21, 2017

Dana is Natel’s office manager. Prior to Natel, Dana worked in finance for a healthcare management consulting firm. Dana received her BA in International Relations from San Francisco State University. She is interested in learning about the development of social, healthcare and environmental policies. … [Read more...]

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BEN WARD

August 21, 2017

At Natel Ben works on the Commercial team in project development and customer support. After several years of service in the US Navy, Ben graduated from Johnson & Wales University. He also holds a solar installation NABCEP certification. Previously Ben focused on the build out and launch of critically acclaimed Bay Area restaurants, emphasizing the use of renewables and sustainable practices. … [Read more...]

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Highlights

Natel Awarded DOE Funding

Natel Awarded DOE Funding

Natel’s Fish Safe Turbines Featured on ASME

Natel’s Fish Safe Turbines Featured on ASME

Symbion Power Announces Low-Cost, Mini-Hydro Pilot in Rwanda with Natel Energy

Symbion Power Announces Low-Cost, Mini-Hydro Pilot in Rwanda with Natel Energy

Africa MyHydro Energy Venture Launched with Natel Energy

Africa MyHydro Energy Venture Launched with Natel Energy

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