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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Selected DFAT Experience
Affiliations
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Thanawat Keereepart

Thanawat Keereepart

Energy And Climate Specialist
Bangkok,10

Summary

Accomplished energy and infrastructure professional with over two decades of experience spearheading large-scale initiatives in Southeast Asia. Expertise in driving policy influence, stakeholder coordination, and strategic program management. Specializes in managing sustainable infrastructure and clean energy projects funded by donors. Notable roles include Task Lead for the USAID Clean Power Asia Program and Deputy Chief of Party for the Mekong Safeguards Program. Track record of success in energy transition, ESG integration, policy reform, capacity building, and GEDSI implementation. Extensive collaboration with DFAT, USAID, government entities, financial institutions, and private sector developers. Technical proficiency in engineering and strong grasp of results-based management principles.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
2
2
Languages

Work History

Deputy Chief of Party / Interim Team Leader

Mekong Safeguards Program, TAF
07.2021 - Current
  • Led technical implementation and strategic oversight of Mekong Safeguards during program transition to full DFAT funding (2024–2025).
  • Managed multi-country operations in Thailand, Lao PDR, Cambodia, and Vietnam, delivering over 30 capacity-building and policy support interventions.
  • Directed cross-cutting initiatives in ESG, GEDSI, climate resilience, and sustainable infrastructure development.
  • Spearheaded technical support to Thailand’s Ministry of Energy on carbon neutrality pathways and PDP revision.
  • Oversaw development of ESG strategies for private energy developers and financial institutions; 47 energy projects enhanced ESG practices.
  • Represented the program in biweekly and monthly donor coordination with DFAT and USAID; led joint planning and governance.
  • Contributed to MEL systems that led to the program exceeding 16 of 18 performance targets, including 173% of stakeholder outreach goals.
  • Managed a multi-million AUD/USD budget and HR operations, including recruitment, procurement, and risk management.
  • Improved program operational efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing new technology solutions, reducing burdens on staff members.
  • Provided oversight and guidance on high-priority activities, ensuring their successful completion within budget and timeline constraints.
  • Served as a mentor to junior staff members, providing guidance on best practices for professional growth and development.

Senior Advisor, Energy Programs

Partnership for Infrastructure, TAF
07.2024 - Current
  • Supported the Government of Lao PDR under the Laos-Australia Sustainable Energy Partnership (LASEP) to strengthen integrated energy planning practices, including policy and institutional capacity reviews and technical working group support.
  • Formalised institutional collaboration between P4I and Thailand's Ministry of Energy for green hydrogen roadmap development, catalysing bilateral dialogue on energy transition technologies.
  • Led proposal development and facilitated stakeholder engagement and buy-in with high-level Thai energy officials to initiate capacity building and technical support for the International Affairs Division.
  • Provided technical input and peer review for the "Southeast Asia Energy Transition and the Role of Nuclear" study, ensuring accuracy, alignment with regional energy policy priorities, and country-specific contexts.

Renewable Energy Policy Expert / Task Lead

Abt Associates
05.2018 - 05.2021
  • Led the design and execution of regional policy and regulatory reforms to accelerate renewable energy deployment, including rooftop solar, battery storage, and competitive procurement mechanisms.
  • Supported energy ministries and regulators in Lao PDR, Thailand, Vietnam, and the Philippines with technical advisory and policy development, resulting in the first-ever solar auction framework in Lao PDR and net-metering policies in the Philippines and Vietnam.
  • Conducted deep-dive analyses on distributed photovoltaic economics, utility revenue impacts, energy storage integration, and grid code standards.
  • Managed relationships with regional and international stakeholders, including USAID, NREL, IEA, IRENA, and ASEAN energy bodies.
  • Developed workplans and oversaw technical assistance activities with multiple subcontractors and consultants under the Enabling Environment Task.
  • Designed and delivered technical capacity-building events, webinars, and workshops that strengthened institutional knowledge on solar auctions, battery storage, and vRE integration.
  • Delivered policy recommendations and implementation tools that informed government decision-making and facilitated investment across ASEAN markets.
  • Contributed to strategic planning and adaptive implementation, ensuring activities were aligned with donor’s strategy and initiatives.

Business Analyst

NextStep Technologies / Amazon Logistics
09.2016 - 03.2018
  • Collaborated with internal teams to develop customized Services and IT solutions that addressed unique client needs.
  • Performed gap analysis between existing systems or processes and desired state, identifying areas for improvement or enhancement.
  • Successfully obtained Capability Maturity Model Integration (CMMI) Level 3 certification by identifying inefficiencies, implementing data-driven enhancements, and improving workflow processes.

Assistant Vice President – Portfolio Management

EGAT International Company Ltd. (EGATi)
01.2008 - 05.2015
  • Led hydropower and renewable energy project development in Lao PDR, Myanmar, and Indonesia.
  • Negotiated major project agreements (EPC, PPA, CA) and conducted environmental and social safeguard activities aligned with ADB standards.
  • Managed portfolio-level risk, governance, and subsidiary operations across CLMV.

Engineer

Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT)
02.2003 - 12.2007
  • Evaluated feasibility and technical viability of regional power generation projects.

Senior Consultant / Technical Staff

EY-US / Stanford University
01.2000 - 01.2003
  • Prioritized projects and project tasks depending upon key milestones and deadline dates.
  • Collaborated with internal teams to develop customized solutions that addressed unique client needs.

Education

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Stanford University
California, USA
04.2001 - 01.2000

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering, Economics

Johns Hopkins University
Baltimore, Maryland
04.2001 - 01.1998

Skills

ESG Policy Implementation

Selected DFAT Experience

  • Mekong Safeguards
  • Partnership for Infrastructure

Affiliations

  • Tau Beta Pi (National Engineering Honor Society)
  • Eta Kappa Nu (Electrical Engineering Honor Society)

Timeline

Senior Advisor, Energy Programs

Partnership for Infrastructure, TAF
07.2024 - Current

Deputy Chief of Party / Interim Team Leader

Mekong Safeguards Program, TAF
07.2021 - Current

Renewable Energy Policy Expert / Task Lead

Abt Associates
05.2018 - 05.2021

Business Analyst

NextStep Technologies / Amazon Logistics
09.2016 - 03.2018

Assistant Vice President – Portfolio Management

EGAT International Company Ltd. (EGATi)
01.2008 - 05.2015

Engineer

Electricity Generating Authority of Thailand (EGAT)
02.2003 - 12.2007

Master of Science - Electrical Engineering

Stanford University
04.2001 - 01.2000

Bachelor of Science - Electrical Engineering, Economics

Johns Hopkins University
04.2001 - 01.1998

Senior Consultant / Technical Staff

EY-US / Stanford University
01.2000 - 01.2003

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