A background in building, lighting controls and refrigeration spanning over 30 years. I became involved in the energy sector in the mid noughties when changes started to occur following deregulation.

In 2012 I was presented with a coveted Marks & Spencer Plan A award for the delivery of holistic projects across their estate creating huge CO2 and energy reductions. These projects were multi-faceted and included all types of controls along with renewables and water solutions.

Net Zero isn’t just important to me, it’s absolutely necessary.  I feel that we have a duty to ourselves and future generations to resolve the issues that we have created.  For too long cynics have protested against the reality of climate change and it’s only now in light of overwhelming evidence that we are beginning to act.

My broad knowledge of the Built environment, and excellent leadership skills gained throughout a 30-year career, culminated in 2010 when AB Group was founded.

We set out to achieve, to create a business that is built on the core values of excellence and simply to do better and be better. I have a vision to change the ways of an industry, and more than a decade has passed and we continue to strive to better the norm.

I’m all Energy!

For my sins, well enjoyment, I’ve been involved in the Energy Sector for well over 20 years, joining the industry in the late 90’s when prices were low, offers valid for longer than a day and a commodity that wasn’t necessarily high on businesses radar.

But Energy has evolved so much over recent years and is now such a significant factor for businesses, not only from a financial perspective, but equally important, an environmental one as well. Climate change is at the forefront of almost every conference, debate, and conversation worldwide and subsequently one of the most important components of reducing such change has been the introduction of Net Zero.

Working in the industry I’ve seen the progression of the sector and its significance within our daily lives. Equally I have also witnessed the impact of such an evolution upon our climate at both a global and local scale.

I strongly believe it is every individuals responsibility to facilitate the change required to reach Net Zero.

Numbers, Numbers, Numbers!

I achieved a Distinction in my masters degree in Construction Engineering back home in Italy and specialised in building management and HVAC control systems during my apprenticeship. I later won a scholarship that allowed me to come to the UK to continue exploring the energy sector, studying building thermal behaviours and related consumption.

I have a strong interest in data analysis and consumption patterns, with particular attention to savings opportunities. I completed the Energy Management Professional Course L2 by the Energy Institute, which has provided me with a deeper knowledge and understanding of the industry, along with the tools to improve carbon reduction emissions and better control building facilities.

Our sector is constantly evolving so I am keen to keep learning and introducing smart new solutions for clients.

Level 2: Energy Management Professional
Certified International Performance Measurement & Verification Protocol (IPMVP)

An electrician at heart!

I started my career many many years ago, working primarily on office refurbishments, fire alarm installations and structured network cabling. I later moved into energy controls, focusing more in the retail sector, and this is where I found a new, more enhanced passion for energy reduction. I have always been very keen on protecting our planet and I finally felt I was making a difference.

I’ve been fortunate enough to have many career highlights during my journey, but if I had to pick one it would be when I joined a major UK retailer as a Regional Energy Manager. This opened my eyes a lot and the knowledge I gained there has been highly important in my further development.

Net Zero is really important to me. The damage we have done to our planet over the years has been horrendous. We need to stop it now but none of us want to give up the things we take for granted. Achieving Net Zero will make it possible to have a tech-enhanced life without destroying the planet in the process. As technological advances continue, one day I hope we can even start turning the clock back, undoing the damage that has been caused already.

PRINCE2 Registered Practitioner