Young Energy Professional of the Year
This award recognises an emerging leader under the age of 40 who has demonstrated exceptional professional achievement and contribution to New Zealand's energy sector.
Sponsored by
Yanosh Irani
Meridian
winner
Young Energy Professional of the Year
New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards 2025
Yanosh Irani - Head of Data Performance, Meridian
Yanosh Irani, Meridian's Head of Data and Performance, has significantly impacted New Zealand's energy sector. At just 35 years of age, he leads a high-performing team and has established a data centre of excellence at Meridian. He's led initiatives which have enhanced generation capacity, improved asset health, and driven maintenance innovation through better utilising data and technology. His leadership fosters a culture of data-driven decision-making and innovation, and has contributed to substantial financial and operational improvements for Meridian. Yanni is a trusted advisor, empathetic leader, and a future leader in the energy sector.