Mel Gilhuly-Melanson

Mel is finishing their Bachelor at Acadia University double majoring in Environmental and Sustainability Studies and Community Development. These areas of knowledge are an extension of their diploma of Energy Sustainability Engineering Technology from Nova Scotia Community College.

At Net Zero Atlantic, Mel began with a work placement focusing on the Community Geothermal Resource: Capacity Assessment and Training Program. A part of their work has been developing an accessible toolkit for communities and individuals to assess their ability to access geothermal resources. Now, they are bringing their experience to supporting operations and events for the various organizational projects.

Mel has spent their educational career building the skills needed to assist in an equitable transition to a more sustainable future, and is driven to create meaningful, lasting change.