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Peter Burgess

Ory Zik, Ph.D. 2ndAccount Holder Ory Zik, Ph.D. Founder & CEO at Energy Points Greater Boston AreaRenewables & Environment Previous HelioFocus, QuantomiX Education Weizmann Institute of Science 500+ connectionsConnectSend Ory InMailMore options Relationship Contact Info Invited 8 days ago Background Summary Passionate about moving energy and environmental decision-making from ‘adjective-based’ (“green”, “renewable”) to data-driven analytics. I care about quantitative solutions that combine simplicity with accuracy. My expertise is transforming cutting edge science to products. Energy Points is the first to interpret the massive energy, water and climate data in a single, rigorously calculated metric. HelioFocus is the first to augment conventional power plants with solar power without compromising turbine efficiency (using the world's largest solar collector). QuantomiX was the first to use Electron Microscopy to image wet/live cells. Experience Energy PointsFounder & CEO Energy Points 2010 – Present (4 years)Greater Boston Area We help enterprises de-risk their energy supply by maximizing resource efficiency and energy productivity while reducing CapEx and OpEx. We use mathematical modeling, big-data and good old physics to build the only unifying metric that is simple, accurate and applicable across resources and industries. The greatest challenge that humanity is facing is getting off fossil fuels and onto clean energy. The Energy Points platform is designed to highlight this path using analytics, as we discuss in our blog http://www.energypoints.com/blog/ HelioFocusFounder & CEO HelioFocus January 2007 – January 2010 (3 years 1 month)Israel HelioFocus enables conventional power plants (coal, gas) to replace some fossil fuel with solar energy. We are the only company that can heat air to the temperature requirement of a gas turbine using solar energy (using air as the working fluid). I grew the company from an academic concept to a product. We are now deploying in Israel and Inner Mongolia. I realized in marketing HelioFocus how much physics was lacking in many decisions about energy – and created Energy Points. I currently serve on the HelioFocus board of directors. Founder & CEO QuantomiX 2001 – 2006 (5 years) The use of Electron Microscopy typically requires long sample preparation that destructs the sample. We have solved this problem with a nano-scale membrane and developed the product to change this dynamic. The QuantomiX capsule is now used to analyze critical samples in life science research, material science and for improving healthcare outcomes. Skills & Endorsements Top Skills 65Energy 61Solar Energy 44Cleantech 33Sustainable Energy 30Renewable Energy 23Sustainability 12Energy Efficiency 12Start-ups 12Entrepreneurship 11Energy Policy Ory also knows about... 11Alternative Energy 10Physics 5Strategic Planning 4Climate Change 4Photovoltaics 2Microscopy 1Sustainable Development Education Weizmann Institute of Science Ph.D., Physics 1993 – 1996 Weizmann Institute of Science M.Sc., Physics 1989 – 1992 Tel Aviv University Tel Aviv University B.Sc., Physics and Mathematics 1983 – 1989 Recommendations Given (5) Michael Meehan Michael Meehan Advisor & Director, Venture Capital & Corporate Mike is an effective, result driven executive. He has a great combination of subject-matter expertise in the energy sector, extensive network and strategic thinking. He is also a pleasure to work with which made him a natural hire for us. Ory Zik December 12, 2013, Ory was Michael's client Carrie Allard Carrie Allard Data Analyst Carrie has a good balance of empirical capabilities and creativity. At Energy Points, she worked with product management to implement a new approach, combining her quantitative abilities and solutions-based thinking. She is a great asset to any team that is looking for a motivated team player. I thoroughly enjoy working with her. August 29, 2013, Ory managed Carrie indirectly at Energy Points Inc. Renee R. Renee R. Lead SQA Engineer Renee is a great detail-oriented quality manager. She takes pride in finding well-hidden bugs. She thrives in a structured environment. Recommended to any SW company. April 7, 2013, Ory managed Renee indirectly at Energy Points Inc. Jagadeesh Krishnan Jagadeesh Krishnan Consultant Jagadeesh was an exceptional contributor as an MBA intern at HelioFocus and I enjoyed working with him. His technical know-how, insights on the market, and design and execution of market research were very helpful in refining our business strategy. I found Jagadeesh to be well-rounded, trustworthy and very capable. I would strongly recommend Jagadeesh as a key contributor...more February 21, 2013, Ory was with another company when working with Jagadeesh at HelioFocus Marc Oman Marc Oman MBA intern Marc performed exceptionally well as an MBA intern at HelioFocus and I have enjoyed working with him. He has an unusual combination of intelligence and thoroughness. His contribution helped us in refining our business strategy. I am delighted to stay in touch with Marc and will follow his sure -to -come success in the renewable energy industry. 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