Personal Bio:

Austin Zacharko is the Senior Key Account Manager, BESS, at Sungrow Canada, where he works with utilities, developers, EPCs, and independent power producers to advance utility-scale battery energy storage projects across North America. He specializes in the commercial and technical deployment of energy storage solutions that enhance grid reliability and support the energy transition. Austin is a proud member of the Métis Nation of Alberta and serves on the Government of Canada’s Sustainable Jobs Partnership Council, contributing to discussions on workforce development, economic opportunity, and the role of energy storage in Canada's evolving energy landscape.

Sungrow Bio:

Sungrow is a global renewable energy technology leader with more than two decades of experience in power conversion and inverter innovation. As one of the world's leading inverter manufacturers, Sungrow has built its reputation on engineering excellence, product reliability, and a strong commitment to safety. The company's utility-scale energy storage solutions integrate advanced battery technology, proven power conversion systems, and rigorous safety design principles to deliver reliable performance in demanding environments. Serving customers across the globe, Sungrow combines industry-leading R&D, manufacturing expertise, and bankable technology to support the transition to a safer, more resilient, and sustainable energy future.