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→ solar pv · heat pumps · smart home automation · since 2009
My Renewable Energy Journey
A professional timeline of my hands-on experience in sustainable technology — from early solar PV installations in 2009 to advanced thermal-electric integrations and smart home automation today.
## git log --renewable-energy
Now
Seeking Opportunities in New Zealand
Dedicated to contributing to New Zealand's renewable energy transition. Combining software-driven analytical thinking with practical, on-site installation experience to optimize and scale sustainable energy solutions.Get in touch
Autumn 2025
Hybrid Thermal-Electric System Design
Integrated dual heat pumps into a complex existing infrastructure, complemented by a solar capacity expansion. Engineered a custom, energy-optimized control logic for seamless integration of:
- Wood-burner buffer storage
- Solar thermal and electric systems
- Domestic Hot Water (DHW) management
- Custom mixing valve heating curves
2025
Solar PV Deployment & System Recovery
Executed comprehensive system diagnostics and restoration following a lightning strike, including:
- Panel testing and performance diagnostics
- Commissioning of a 3-phase Victron ESS with off-grid capabilities
- Bridging legacy hardware with modern IoT ecosystems through custom ESP32 firmware
- Automation and monitoring via Node-RED and Domoticz
2023
Strategic Pivot to Sustainable Technology
Initiated a deliberate transition to the renewable energy sector, identifying the synergy between enterprise-grade software engineering principles and the evolving needs of the decentralized energy grid.
2019 – 2025
Enterprise Software Engineering & Technical Leadership
Developed a foundation in complex system architecture, technical project management, and cross-functional leadership. Mastered structured problem-solving and documentation practices that ensure reliability in critical infrastructure.
2012 – 2013
Infrastructure Management in Emerging Markets
Served as Network & System Administrator in Zambia, where the firsthand impact of energy scarcity highlighted the transformative potential of decentralized solar power. This experience solidified my commitment to scalable, resilient renewable energy solutions.
2009
Foundational Solar PV Projects
Successfully commissioned first residential solar installations. This early hands-on engagement established a lifelong technical interest and provided practical insight into the fundamentals of photovoltaic power generation.