Sohel Ahmed

Managing Director, Grameen Shakti
Bangladesh

Sohel Ahmed is the Managing Director of Grameen Shakti, a leading social business in the world that focuses on improving access to energy. With over a decade of experience in renewable energy, Sohel oversees all aspects of the organization. He has led major development projects in partnership with global agencies such as UNDESA, USAID, the World Bank, and ADB. Sohel also heads Grameen Shakti’s “Consultancy & Knowledge Practice” cell, which implements innovative projects including the water-and-energy nexus, solar-based EV charging enterprise model, and just energy transition initiatives. As an advocate for renewable energy (RE), the SDGs, and climate action, he has contributed to global energy forums, including as a member of the UN Technical Working Group on Energy Access. Recognized for promoting women’s participation in the energy sector, he serves as a Senior Advisor and Steering Committee member of the World Bank’s WePOWERnetwork, and received their Individual Achievement Award for his leadership.