2026
A results-driven engineer, Chitranjan Rathod is redefining commercial energy management for Woolworths New Zealand. His leadership of the $10M+ Energy Management Centre (EMC) has shifted the organisation from reactive maintenance to a predictive, analytics-led model, projected to deliver $3M in annual opex savings. From scaling LED and HVAC efficiency programs to spearheading retail EV infrastructure, Chintu’s work bridges the gap between technical innovation and New Zealand’s sustainability goals. His ability to translate complex engineering into measurable commercial value positions him as a pivotal figure in the country’s energy transition.