'Growing up in Fiji Islands, I experienced rising sea levels in small island states as well as excruciating heat and rise in temperature. This led me to pursue Physics and specialise in renewable energy to mitigate against climate change.'

Monishka Narayan

Consultant

WHO IS SHE:

A hybrid between Physicist, program manager and consultant– working towards renewable energy and a clean energy transition.

KEY STRENGTHS:

Research and analysis, consultancy, program management, adaptive, thinking creatively, critically and innovatively.

WHY CHOOSE THIS DEGREE?

Growing up in Fiji Islands, I experienced rising sea levels in small island states as well as excruciating heat and rise in temperature. This led me to pursue Physics and specialise in renewable energy to mitigate against climate change.

My Journey

Where it all started for me

Completed High School

What did I end up studying?

Completed a PhD in Renewable Energy (Physics) from Charles Darwin University

Entering the industry

My previous work experience

Started studying towards a Masters of Science at the University of South Pacific

My work placement experience

Currently working at Advisian as a hybrid between Physicist, program manager and consultant – working towards renewable energy and a clean energy transition.

What I'm doing now

My advice for anyone looking to get into the industry?

Take advantage of as many work placements and industry speakers at API events as possible - so you can get a good understanding of the many areas you can specialise in.

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Abby Biles

"As we confront Australia's national skills shortage and the pressure to achieve Net Zero, the inclusion of women in the power industry becomes even more crucial. By leveraging diverse talents and perspectives, we can address these challenges. There are so many incredible women out there who's skills are needed in this space they just need the industry to support them in return."

Liana Lidden-Verney

"There is no gender monopoly on the skills needed in the industry. By having a workforce with diverse perspectives and experiences, we fuel innovation and innovation is exactly what this industry will be reliant on for generations to come."

Katrina Thomlinson

"There is value in every industry from diversity of thought and one way to bring diversity is employ more women in the workforce. Women bring different values, perspectives and approaches to solve the problems of today and into the future."

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'Growing up in Fiji Islands, I experienced rising sea levels in small island states as well as excruciating heat and rise in temperature. This led me to pursue Physics and specialise in renewable energy to mitigate against climate change.'

Monishka Narayan

Abby Biles

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Liana Lidden-Verney

"There is no gender monopoly on the skills needed in the industry. By having a workforce with diverse perspectives and experiences, we fuel innovation and innovation is exactly what this industry will be reliant on for generations to come."

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Katrina Thomlinson

"There is value in every industry from diversity of thought and one way to bring diversity is employ more women in the workforce. Women bring different values, perspectives and approaches to solve the problems of today and into the future."

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