Vienna Zhou – CEO, Troes Corp.
Vienna Zhou, a seasoned expert with 20+ years in renewable energy, clean tech, and a background in Fortune 500 companies and government roles. With a mechanical engineering and MBA background from top ranked universities, she founded TROES in 2018, a leading energy storage company. Under her leadership, TROES achieved global success with groundbreaking Battery Energy Storage technology, winning the 2023 OCI M2M Award. TROES offers microgrid solutions, solidifying its position as an industry leader in innovation and sustainability. Recognized by IBM VentureLAB and honored with the Markham Environmental Leadership Award, Vienna continues to drive TROES to new heights.
TROES Corp. is a leading Canada-based provider of advanced Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) and Microgrid solutions. Leveraging modular hardware and proprietary software, TROES delivers modular, turnkey systems that enable peak shaving, energy efficiency, and grid independence. Our safe, cost-effective, and customizable plug-and-play solutions empower mid-sized organizations to actively participate in the energy transition.
Robert Tremblay - Policy Manager, Energy Storage Canada.
Robert is a Professional Engineer with a background in transmission line design, electricity markets, and energy storage. At Energy Storage Canada, he manages advocacy and policy analysis for both Alberta and Federal matters and supporting ESC files across Canada. He's passionate about expanding Canada's clean energy competitive advantage and the role that energy storage will play in enabling that future.
Founded in 2016, Energy Storage Canada (ESC) is a not-for-profit organization and the only national trade association in Canada dedicated solely to the growth and market development of the country’s energy storage sector as a means of accelerating the realization of Canada’s ongoing energy transition and Net Zero goals through advocacy, education, collaboration, and research.
Kevin Ritzmann – Vice President, Northern Sun Energy
A Master Electrician in Ontario & Alberta certified in construction and maintenance with over 18 years of construction experience. He has led many renewable energy EPC construction projects totaling over 2 GW of solar, wind, & battery energy storage across Canada as well as having a key role in many other large industrial and transit projects.
Kevin was a past Director of the National Electrical Trade Council (NETCO), a former member of the Electrical Contractors Association of Ontario’s (ECAO) Future Leaders Advisory Council (FLAC), and is a past founding Director of the Transit & Rail Association for Canadian Contractors, Maintainers, and Standards (TRACCS).
In 2021 he was selected as a Top 40 Under 40 construction professional in Canadian construction by On-Site Magazine and Site Partners.
Northern Sun Energy provides turnkey engineering, procurement, and construction services for utility-scale solar and battery storage projects. With over 2 Gigawatts of collective industry experience, the firm’s proven track record of success ensures seamless execution from inception to completion. For more information, visit northernsun.energy.
Josh Campbell P.Eng, PMP – Evolve Power
Josh is a seasoned renewable energy leader and professional engineer specializing in the development, construction, and operation of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). As a partner at Evolve Power, Josh plays a pivotal role in advancing clean energy infrastructure across Canada. He also serves as a strategic advisor to renewable energy companies in Canada and the U.S., helping them navigate complex project lifecycles and accelerate deployment. With a career spanning high-voltage utility engineering to full-scale renewable energy development, Josh brings deep technical insight and hands-on experience across all phases of power project execution from early-stage siting and conceptual design to commissioning and long-term operations. His track record includes delivering high-impact energy projects that balance innovation, reliability, and sustainability.
Josh began his career in engineering and commissioning for large-scale utility systems before transitioning into renewable energy, where he now focuses on unlocking the full potential of energy storage and grid modernization. www.evolvepower.ca
