Simon Schmitz

Simon Schmitz is a seasoned economist and philosopher with a keen interest in continuous and collective learning.

With 5 years of experience in industrial strategy, Simon has excelled in leading dynamic teams at E.ON, Germany's largest energy utility, to identify and capitalize on new opportunities.

During his 4-year tenure at WBCSD, a global industry network, Simon managed projects that communicated the advantages of sustainable development to businesses, NGOs, and governments.

Having relocated to Vienna in 2012, Simon dedicated his time to caring for his family before founding aWATTar in early 2014 to explore innovative business ventures in smart renewable energy.

Simon's educational background includes an MSc in Environmental Assessment and Evaluation from The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) and a BA in Philosophy and Economics from the University of York.

He also completed a course in Introduction to Computer Science and Programming with distinction at MITx via the edx.org platform.

Throughout his career, Simon held various roles such as Founder/CEO at aWATTar GmbH, Head of Business Development at E.ON Climate & Renewables, and Strategy Project Manager at E.ON UK.

He also served as President of the United Nations Association at the University of York and gained valuable experience through internships at different companies during his studies.