Lesego Gaegane

Water Research Commission

Lesego Gaegane is a Sustainability professional with 16 years of experience in all Industrial Policy Action Plan sectors. With a Chemical Engineering degree, Lesego has successfully implemented various energy management, water efficiency, and water resource management projects over the past 15 years. Her role included driving policy change within private companies to enable them to adopt sustainable development principles and practices. Lesego is a member of multiple organizations, including the Institution of Chemical Engineers (IChemE), the International Water Association (IWA), and the Society for Ecological Restoration. Additionally, she is part of the Global Women's Network for the Energy Transition Women in Energy Expert Platform and a member of the Circular Economy Club. Lesego has been a member of the Southern African Energy Efficiency Confederation (SAEEC) for 12 years and currently serves as a board member of the South African Females in Energy Efficiency (SAFEE). She is committed to improving processes to maintain efficiency and productivity for sustainable practices in the industry. Lesego also has a strong passion for mentorship and developing young professionals.