Team

Rajan Rawal is Executive Director of Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE), He also served as head of the undergraduate program at Design at Faculty of Design, CEPT University, Ahmedabad INDIA. He is a registered architect, graduated from School of Architecture, Institute of Environmental Design, Vallabh Vidyanagar. He worked with Vastu Shilpa Foundation for Studies and Research in Environmental Design before joining Faculty of Design, CEPT University, Ahmedabad. He teaches design and construction courses as part of undergraduate program & energy efficient built environment at post graduate level. His work emphasis is on 'energy performance of buildings and cities' and 'architectural science education'.

He is involved in research and development activities at CEPT University and coordinates the activities of CARBSE. He is also serving with "Gujarat Public Service Commission" as an architect expert. He is member of technical core committee for benchmarking of building, Window Labelling Program committee at Bureau of Energy Efficiency, Member of National Building code BIS -CED 46 on Sustainable Buildings, Technical Committee member for GRIHA rating system, and technical expert at India Green Building Council.Prof. Rawal is recognized trainer for building simulation tools and IGBC authorized evaluator for LEED certification rating for commercial buildings, and Green Homes. He is founder member secretary of India Chapter of International Building Performance Simulation Association (IBPSA) and also serves at IBPSA world committee. He has number of research papers, technical reports and three books to his credits. Prof Rawal is currently engaged in designing and constructing one of the first 'Net-Zero Energy' building in India a living laboratory. He lives in Ahmedabad. He is recognise ECBC expert and trainer.

He can be reached at: rajanrawal@cept.ac.in

ORCID ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7914-6069

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Dr. Yashkumar Shukla is Technical Director (Energy Systems) at Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE). He has more than fifteen years of international experience in building energy-efficiency research and serves as a lead on several energy-efficiency research projects at CARBSE. His current research includes calibration of simulation models, performance characterization of envelope and HVAC systems, net-zero energy buildings, and development of next-generation control algorithms. He has extensive experience in the building management systems, building energy analysis, HVAC system operation, component characterization facilities, development of test chambers, building simulation modeling, and energy efficiency control algorithms. His prior work experience also includes providing technical support in designing and implementing commercial and residential energy-efficiency programs throughout the US.

He has completed Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Nirma Institute of Technology, Ahmedabad; Master of Science in Mechanical Engineering from Texas A & M University, College Station; and Doctor of Philosophy from CEPT University, Ahmedabad. He possesses several professional certifications including certified measurements and verification professional (CMVP), Home energy rating system (HERS), GRIHA Trainer, and ECBC Master Trainer. He has also served on technical committees at various national and international forums. He has published more than twenty peer-reviewed academic papers.

He can be reached at: yash.shukla@cept.ac.in

ORCID ID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3313-3080

ResearchGate ID: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Yash_Shukla +

Asha B. Joshi serves as Administrative Manager at CARBSE. She holds a Masters degree in Law with specialization in Environmental Law and International Legal Order from Gujarat University. She was awarded gold medal for her performance during her graduation from Saurashtra University. With working experience of 11 years in area of administration, publications and human resource management, she joined CARBSE in 2009. She worked with Icfai Business School, Research Centre, Ahmedabad before joining current position; she was associated with International Development Enterprises (India).

She can be reached at: ashajoshi@cept.ac.in +

Mona Galsar works as a Visual Communication Expert at Center for Advance Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE), CEPT University. She has done Masters in Mass Communication and Journalism from Gujarat University and holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Sociology from Gujarat University. She also holds diploma in Architectural Assi. From Girls Polytechnic Ahmedabad. She has done certificate course in multimedia. She has joined CARBSE as Visual Communication Expert in May 2011. She has more than 10 years' experience in Architecture & Graphic Design field. She is able to work with various visual media & multimedia related software. Prior to joining CARBSE she has worked as a web Designer in CMMI level 5 Company. Her area of interest includes using graphic design technology and computer software to produce designs and layouts for print & digital media.

She can be reached at: monagalsar@cept.ac.in +

Jayamin D.Patel holds M.Sc. degree in Physics from Saurashtra University. He joined Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy as Laboratory Technician in October 2015. Prior to joining CARBSE he was working as a Technical Officer (R&D) in Sahajanand Laser Technology Limited, Gandhinagar. Before this he worked as Laboratory Technician in Building Energy Performance Limited, CEPT University, Ahmedabad. Prior to this he was working as a Technical Assistant at Physical Testing Division of Ahmedabad Textile Industries Research Association (A.T.I.R.A.) Ahmedabad. His areas of interest are Atmospheric Science, Fluid Mechanics, Solid State Physics, Material Science, Thermodynamics, Optics, Programmable Logic Controller and Computational Methods. +

Manish Salvi is working as an Admin and Account Assistant at CARBSE. He looks after accounts, administration and facility management related works at CARBSE. He is a commerce graduate from Gujarat University, Ahmedabad.Before joining CARBSE he has worked for 2 years as Account Assistant with Liverpool Retail India Ltd, Ahmedabad and one-year as Admin and Account Assistant at Kampus Landing Abroad Education, Ahmedabad.

He can be reached at:manish.salvi@cept.ac.in +

Himani Pandya is a Senior Research Associate at Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE), CEPT University. She has completed her Masters in Habitat Management from CEPT University. She holds a Master's degree in Information Technology from K. S. School of Business Management, Gujarat University. She has two years of work experience in operations and research areas across branding and advertising field. Prior to joining CARBSE, she has worked as an Academic Associate at CEPT University. Her areas of interest are research and development leading to sustainable solutions in built environment.

She can be reached at: himani.pandya@cept.ac.in +

Deepta Mishra is a Senior Research Associate at Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy, CEPT University, Ahmedabad. He has completed his B.tech in Instrumentation and Electronics Engineering from BPUT, Odisha followed by M.tech from Manipal Institute of Technology, Manipal, Karnataka with Control Systems specialization.As a part of his post-graduation thesis work, he has worked as a research intern at Indian Institute of Astrophysics, Bangalore. As a research intern, his responsibility was to develop a mathematical model for a soft actuator and design an active control system for Prototype Segmented Mirror Telescope ( PSMT) under development at IIA Bangalore. Prior to joining CARBSE, He has one year of teaching experience in the subjects like Analog Electronics, Control Systems, Signals and Systems. Apart from teaching, he also worked as an associate analyst in a market research and consulting firm where his work was focused on doing secondary research related to metal mining market and commodity production analysis. He has two international conference proceedings and two international journal publications (SCOPUS index and SCIE index journals) in his name. He has keen interest in the areas of Control Systems, Data Analytics, Electronics and Electrical Measurements, Instrumentation and Process Control.

He can be reached at: deepta.mishra@cept.ac.in +

Aniket Deore is a Research Associate at Centre of Advance Research in Building Sciences and Energy (CARBSE), CEPT University. He has Completed his M.Tech in Thermal Engineering from Indian Institute of Technology (ISM), Dhanbad. He also holds a Bachelor of Engineering degree in Mechanical Engineering From University of Pune. Then he worked as a CFD Application Engineer at Contravolts Infotech Pvt. ltd, Bangalore (Subsidiary of Cradle-CFD Japan (MSC Software)) were he worked on various projects such as Thermal Stacking, Basement ventilation, Thermal Comfort of human in Bank, Thermo-regulation JOS model etc. His Domain of interest includes Thermal comfort, Building Energy Simulation, Low Energy Cooling, HVAC, Radiant cooling, Solar Energy. He is presently working on "CFD Analysis of Thermal Comfort Chamber with JOS model at varying environmental Condition".

He can be reached at: aniket.deore@cept.ac.in +

Kartikay Sharma is a Research Associate at Centre for Advanced Research Building Science and Energy (CARBSE) CEPT University. He completed his Post Graduation in M. Tech in Building Energy Performance from CEPT University and holds Bachelor of Engineering degree in Civil from GTU, Gujarat.His over-all goal is to become key individual to promote and execute energy efficiency drivers for the nation. As part of the studies he conducted a research on "India's Path to low carbon building stock: Estimating energy savings potential for commercial building stock". During his masters he has also extensively learned Building energy simulation software, building physics, macro-level energy efficiency and extensive data-analysis. His current area of interests includes macro-level Energy policy, building energy stock modelling, optimization of energy simulation work-flow using different simulation software, developing excel/macro based tools for energy analysis, data visualization, Passive design optimization, whole building design, affordable energy conservation measures for mass housing, Demand-response for peak load management and smart-metering.

He can be reached at: kartikay.sharma.mtech15@cept.ac.in +

Arjun is a Research Associate at Centre for Advanced Research Building Science and Energy (CARBSE) CEPT University. He has completed his M.Tech in Building Energy Performance from CEPT University and holds Bachelor of engineering degree in Civil from GTU. He aspires to focus on improving the Energy Efficiency in buildings through research and their application. As a part of his research thesis, He has developed a tool which shows the effectiveness of passive strategies in reducing the cooling energy required by buildings in 59 Indian cities. He also also has extensive building physics knowledge and learned building energy simulation software, lighting and daylighting simulation software.

He can be reached at: arjun.desai@cept.ac.in +

Sachin is a Research Associate at the Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE), CEPT University. He has completed his Master's degree in Regional and Urban Planning with Infrastructure Planning Specialization from CEPT University, Ahmedabad. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering from Sri Jayachamarajendra College of Engineering (SJCE) - Mysuru, Karnataka.As a part of his Post Graduation thesis, he has worked on "Reviewing the Swachh Survekshan framework for assessing the cities based on Cleanliness". The study majorly focused on understanding the effectiveness of the Swachh Survekshan framework for assessing the cities based on cleanliness. Further, the study also focused on analyzing the impact of the Swachh Survekshan framework on the governing bodies (ULBs and State governing bodies) towards improving their service deliverance for the citizens. Apart from this, as a part of his studio project, he has worked on assessing the technical and financial efficiency of the Water Distribution Stations. This study majorly focused on demonstrating the potential usage of SCADA data and proposal of suitable interventions for enhancing the efficiency of the water distribution stations thereby leading to a more efficient water supply network. He is currently working on incorporating the municipal energy services in the iNtelligent Urban Model for Built environment Energy Research (iNUMBER).

He can be reached at: sachin.s@cept.ac.in +

Vishnu Vardhan is a Research Associate at Center for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE), CEPT University. He holds a graduate degree (B.E.) in Mechanical with specialisation in Energy Engineering from VIT University, Vellore. During undergraduate studies, he worked on multiple research-based projects relevant to the themes of climate and building sustainability. His research primarily included the analysis of particulate matter deposition on heritage facades through experimental and computational methods, the estimation of thermal properties of organic facades in an urban context, etc. The results of these projects were published internationally. After completing his degree, he joined the Centre for Scientific Research/Studio Naqshbandi at Auroville, where he worked as a Building Energy Analyst on the U.S.-India Joint Center for Building Energy Research & Development (CBERD) project. His responsibilities included technical documentation and data analysis of the passive design strategies across seven naturally ventilated buildings in the warm-humid climate. He also conducted component level thermal monitoring in a building as a part of an independent study which focussed on highlighting the performance of sustainable building fabrics.

At CARBSE, his responsibilities entail the study of globally developed personal comfort systems, the documentation of appropriate material selection and design strategies for climate responsive buildings in the warm-humid tropics, and more. His career objective is to develop scientific yet lucid communication methods in the field of building sustainability by inter twining the disciplines of engineering, architecture, and economics.

He can be reached at: vishnu.vardhan@cept.ac.in +

Saranya is a Research Associate at Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE). She has completed her master’s degree from CEPT University specializing in Building Energy Performance (M.Tech BEP). She has a bachelor's degree in Architecture, with two-years of on-field experience. After her masters, she pursued a 6 months funded research internship at SBS lab at the University of Colorado Boulder, to develop Open source Modelica based models for Direct evaporative cooling systems. Her master’s capstone research was a part of a research internship at CARBSE, that focused on the development and validation of switching control algorithms for Mixed mode building through co-simulation approach. Her fields of interest include building energy simulations, alternative and low energy cooling systems, building controls and net zero building design.

She can be reached at: saranya.a@cept.ac.in +

Palak Patel is a Research Associate at Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE). She is pursuing masters in Urban Infrastructure planning and holds bachelors degree in Architecture from G.C.P.I.A, Veer Narmad South Gujarat University, with one and half years of on-field experience. As a part of her Post Graduation thesis, she has worked on Directed Research Project of “Assessing the building level energy consumption for the water services” as a part of iNumber project. The project is based on the city of Ahmedabad and focused on measuring the electricity consumption for water supply of residential typologies, further assessing it with various urban parameters. Her area of interest includes research on sustainable and climate responsive solutions.

She can be reached at: patel.palak@cept.ac.in +

Priyanka Bhanushali is a fresher architect, graduated from D.C Patel School of Architecture, Vallabh Vidyanagar, Anand. She has interned at 'Studio One- Ar. Ganesh Bala, Auroville', exploring there various degrees of green building practices. Her B.arch thesis "Meta-Spaces for Trash culture_A Trash Upcycling Station, Ahmedabad" explores the process of designing a net-zero energy building considering the circular economy of building materials. Currently, she is a research assistant at CARBSE, CEPT University to work towards contrasts in theory and practice of sustainable architecture.

She can be reached at: priyanka.bhanushali@cept.ac.in +

Umang Patel is a Research Assistant at Center for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE), CEPT University. He holds a graduate degree (B.E) in Electrical Engineering from Gujarat Technological University (GTU), Gujarat. As a part of his final year project, he developed solar-based farming automation system. He is currently associated with iNtegrated Urban Model for Built Environment Energy Research (iNUMBER). His responsibilities include planning, installation, and calibration of electrical systems for on-site measurement of data concerning residential energy consumption in this project. He has keen interest in the areas of energy efficiency and management, alternative energy technologies, and energy analysis.

He can be reached at: umang.patel@cept.ac.in +

Sneha is a Research Assistant at Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE). She holds a Bachelor's degree in Construction Technology from CEPT University, Ahmedabad. As part of her final year thesis she worked on the Indoor Environment Quality of municipal schools in Ahmedabad. She has a keen interest in environmental conservation and energy efficiency.

She can be reached at: sneha.asrani@cept.ac.in +

Nikhil Bhesaniya works as a laboratory technician at Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE) CEPT University. He holds B.Sc. degree in Physics from Saurashtra University and pursuing M.Sc. degree in Condensed Matter Physics from S.P. University at Vallabh Vidyanagar. His area of interest includes solid state physics, material science and thermodynamics.

He can be reached at: nikhil.bhesaniya@cept.ac.in +

Priya Raval joined Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE) as Laboratory Technician in June 2019. She holds M.Sc. degree in Physics from Gujarat University and B.Sc. degree from St. Xavier's College Ahmedabad. Her area of interest includes performing laboratory tests in order to produce reliable and precise data to support scientific investigations.

She can be reached at: priya.raval@cept.ac.in +

Mahesh Jayachander is a Research Intern in Centre for Advanced Research in Building Science and Energy (CARBSE). He holds a bachelor’s degree on Architecture (B.Arch.) from MIDAS (Marg Institute of Design and Architecture Swarnaboomi), Chennai. He is currently pursuing his final year in MTech, Building Energy Performance from CEPT University. As part of his program, he has gained hands on core knowledge in Building physics, Daylighting & Artificial lighting, HVAC and Whole Building Energy Efficient Integrated design. His area of interest includes HVAC system modelling, energy simulations, HVAC controls, developing self-learning models, developing simulation tools, data visualization and integrated building design.

He can be reached at: mahesh.kumar@cept.ac.in +

Anmol Mathur is a research intern at CARBSE, CEPT University. He is currently pursuing MTech in Building Energy Performance from CEPT University. He has graduated as an architect from USAP Delhi. His past experience at Ashok.B.Lall Architects includes Project management for a LEED Platinum Warehousing and storage facility for Gainwell Commosales, a unit of Caterpillar Inc. He has also worked on LEED & WELL certification projects at Environmental Design Solutions (EDS Global). Anmol is currently researching on Urban Energy Modelling (UEM) and is working to evaluate the relationship between UEM's Level of Detail and accuracy for a suitable model development framework for Indian cities.

He can be reached at: anmol.mathur@cept.ac.in +