Sarah Russell-Smith

Sarah Russell-Smith is the GM of Special Projects at Amber Electric, an Australian energy company.13 She is passionate about creating a more environmentally, socially, and economically sustainable future.3

Professional Background

• Current role: Chief Strategy & Sustainability Officer at Amber Electric2
• Previous experience: Ex-BCG (Boston Consulting Group)2
• Education: Stanford University2

Expertise and Interests

Sarah focuses on innovative energy solutions, particularly:

• Home battery technology and optimization1
• Virtual Power Plant (VPP) systems1
• Renewable energy integration1
• Grid stabilization strategies1

Notable Projects

At Amber Electric, Sarah has been involved in:

• Developing SmartShift technology, which optimizes home battery usage based on wholesale energy market conditions1
• Implementing "Superhero mode" during energy market crises to help stabilize the grid1
• Promoting the adoption of solar batteries to reduce reliance on fossil fuels1

Sarah is a frequent speaker at energy conferences, such as the Smart Energy Conference and Expo.4