Vikram Ravi

Vikram Ravi is a Researcher IV in Environmental Engineering at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), part of the Impact Analysis Group. His work focuses on air quality modeling, atmospheric science, and the circular economy. He employs chemical transport models, machine learning, and system dynamics to assess health/economic benefits of renewable energy and lithium-ion battery supply chains. Notable awards include the NREL Director's Publication Impact Award (2023) and Air & Waste Management Association Best Paper Award (2022). His memberships include the Air and Waste Management Association, American Geophysical Union, and Frontiers in Sustainability.

Education: PhD in Engineering Science (Washington State University), Master's in Environmental Engineering & Management (IIT), and dual Master's/Bachelor's in Physics (University of Delhi).

Professional Experience: Roles include Air Quality Scientist at Sonoma Technology (2018–2019), Postdoctoral Researcher at WSU (2016–2018), and Environmental Engineer at IL&FS (2011–2012).

Research Themes: Combines advanced modeling techniques to evaluate emissions, public health impacts, and sustainable practices across energy systems and battery supply chains. Recent work includes analyzing LA's renewable energy pathways and SAF production processes.