Ranjit Deshmukh
Year Graduated: 
2008

Assistant Professor, Environmental Studies

University of California, Santa Barbara

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ETaP Thesis (2008): "Thermal gasification or direct combustion? A technical assessment of energy generation in Indonesian sugar factories"

Prior Degrees: Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, University of Pune, India; MS Manufacturing Systems Engineering, University of Texas - Austin; Subsequent degree: Ph.D. in Energy and Resources, University of California, Berkeley

Statement: ETaP provided me with the unique opportunity to study both the engineering and policy aspects of energy technologies, international development, and climate change. The program's strong hands-on emphasis gave me valuable experience, and I was able to engage in cutting edge research through the Schatz Energy Research Center. Last but not least, the student and teaching community have had a great sense of purpose to make positive change in the world, which makes one's time in this beautiful place very joyous and rewarding.