We are thrilled to announce the appointment of Dr. Naveed Arshad as the new Director of the LUMS Energy Institute (LEI).

Dr. Arshad is an Associate Professor of Computer Science and a distinguished researcher dedicated to advancing innovative and practical solutions in the energy sector. His solution-oriented approach addresses indigenous problems within the energy and power sector in Pakistan. He has spearheaded numerous projects in electric vehicles, energy efficiency, and power sector challenges in Pakistan, such as smart grid development & electric vehicle optimization. Dr. Arshad has made significant contributions to policymaking in the energy sector, notably formulating Pakistan's first National Electric Vehicle Policy. 

As the founder of the Energy Informatics Group (EIG) and a key figure in environmental sustainability research, Dr. Arshad has collaborated with stakeholders and policymakers to modernize the electric grid and develop technology-based interventions for efficient energy management. He has served on various boards and committees, including the National Transmission and Dispatch Company and Pakistan Railways Freight Transportation Company. He also serves as Director of the National Center in Big Data and Cloud Computing (NCBC), overseeing twelve labs nationwide, and established the National Data Portal of Pakistan, an invaluable resource for researchers.

In recognition of his outstanding work, Dr. Arshad was awarded the Pride of Performance Medal by the President of Pakistan in 2024.

Please join us in warmly welcoming Dr. Naveed Arshad! 
We thank Dr. Fiaz Chaudhry for his invaluable contributions as the founding director of LEI over the past six years. Dr. Fiaz will continue to serve as a senior advisor at LEI.

Learn more about Dr. Naveed's work in this video