About
Duke students are invited to meet Charity Tuseko Sindano (Executive Fellow at FUSE-City of Durham)—a seasoned water, sanitation, hygiene and energy professional with 16+ years of experience across the USA, UK and Africa—to learn about energy systems, water management, international development, and local initiatives in Durham, NC. Dinner will be provided; registration is required.
Hosted by the Global Energy Access Network (GLEAN), an interdisciplinary network of graduate and undergraduate students at Duke University. Sponsored by The James E. Rogers Energy Access Project at Duke University and the Nicholas Institute for Energy, Environment & Sustainability.
SPEAKER BIO
Charity Tuseko Muwowo Sindano is a seasoned Water, Sanitation and Hygiene professional with 16+ years of experience across the UK and Africa. Most recently a WASH Specialist with UNICEF Zambia, she led systems strengthening efforts, ensured continuity of water services during COVID-19 for over 6 million people and co-led national strategy development. An alumna of UNICEF’s Female Talent Initiative, she holds an MSc in Accounting with Finance and is known for leadership and evidence-driven impact.
More on FUSE, Durham: The City of Durham is developing a comprehensive strategy to optimize energy efficiency across its water and wastewater treatment facilities to reduce operational costs and lower utility bills for residents. This project focuses on analyzing current systems and implementing technologies that enhance sustainability while reducing energy consumption. By optimizing processes, exploring alternative energy sources, and implementing precise measurement systems at Durham’s four treatment facilities, the initiative aims to improve affordability, sustainability, and conservation efforts while addressing disparities in water and energy access for all city residents.
