RENEWABLE ENERGY SCIENTIST

Elif Selin Calik

Elif Selin Calik, PhD is the author of "The Renaissance of Smart Energy".

My Story

As the first female author in the UK to publish a ground breaking book on the correlation between COVID-19 and Energy Transition, titled “The Renaissance of Smart Energy,” Dr Calik’s knowledge is unmatched. Her remarkable achievement came after completing her PhD at the prestigious University of London, SOAS.

 

Dr Calik’s influence extends to the international stage as a UN Climate Change Observer since 2015. At COP26, she delivered a powerful speech on renewable energy and the Mediterranean dispute in Glasgow. During COP27, she expertly moderated the session “Road to Net Zero with Women’s Resilience and Smart Energy.”

 

With a remarkable track record, Dr Calik has advised governments, universities, think tanks, SMEs, banks, and other institutions on sustainability and ESG consultancy services. Her expertise in energy politics, renewable energy, and climate change resilience is highly sought after.

 

Dr Calik’s dedication to empowering women in the field of smart energy is truly commendable. She is an executive member of The International Rotary Club’s Environmental Sustainability Action Group and delivered an inspiring annual speech on “Women Empowerment on Smart Energy” at the esteemed British National Liberal Club in 2022.

 

Recognized as a leading international TV analyst, Dr Calik has been interviewed by prestigious news outlets such as BBC, CGTN, TRT WORLD, and Bloomberg. Her insights on the global energy transition have enlightened audiences around the world.

Experiences

2019
Vice Director of ICDD (The International Council for Diplomacy and Dialogue)
Since 2017
UN - Climate Change and Energy Transition Observer
2017 - 2019
SOAS - Global Diplomacy (PhD)
2013-now
Journalist
2011
Envoy - Sarajevo - Turkish Embassy in Sarajevo Yunus Emre Institute