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Adriana M Penuela Useche | Ethiopia

Adriana M Penuela Useche | Ethiopia

Member since: 2014

Background: BS Chemical Engineering from University of Florida; MBA Candidate UC Berkeley-Haas.

“I’m always looking for ways to use my engineering skills to strengthen the growth of communities around the world. EWB has been a fulfilling opportunity to go beyond and provide sustainability and equity to our communities.”

Nicolas Castrillon | Ethiopia

Nicolas Castrillon | Ethiopia

Member since: 2014

Background: BS Mechanical Engineering from University of Florida; PhD Candidate Mechanical Engineering UC Berkeley.

“I realized during an implementation trip that I love EWB because I got to see the project come full circle, but most importantly to have the opportunity to make personal connections with the locals over a home-cooked meal!”

Victor Silva | Santa Rosa De Comunal, Ecuador

Victor Silva | Santa Rosa De Comunal, Ecuador

Member Since: 2015

Background: B.S. in Mechanical Engineering from University of Southern California, M.S. Mechanical Engineering - Energy Systems from Columbia University.

"Hot Box Engineer at Bloom Energy by day. Forever a student in the field of energy and sustainability. When I’m not at work, I’m usually planning trips, hiking, going to concerts, or playing soccer."

Elizabeth Dahlen | El Llanito, Nicaragua

Elizabeth Dahlen | El Llanito, Nicaragua

Member since: 2011

Background: Doctoral Degree in Civil and Environmental Engineering; Licensed Professional Engineer.

“I provide outreach and mentorship to the many EWB student chapters in the Bay Area. I have a passion for education notably associated with sanitation. My love of nature extends to the ocean environment where I enjoy scuba diving, boogie boarding and stand-up paddling.”

Pat Coyle | El Llanito, Nicaragua

Pat Coyle | El Llanito, Nicaragua

Member since: 2005

Background: Registered Mechanical Professional Engineer. Retired from 32 year career as project engineer and program manager at Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory. Past Co-President of the West Coast Region; served on West Coast and Domestic TAC; and as ARC Team Leader.  Co-Project Manager for Nicaragua Composting Toilets and El Llanito Water Supply Teams, International Community Programs (ICP) Reviewer (formerly  TAC reviewer).

“I have presented workshops at several EWB-USA Regional and International Conferences, in 2006 founded Belize Open Source - Sustainable Development (BOSSD).”

Bob Mathews | Fiji & Treasurer

Bob Mathews | Fiji & Treasurer

Member Since: 2019

Background: Retired Mechanical Engineer with over 35 years’ experience in Electric and Gas Utility Engineering and Operations Bob enjoys sailing, biking and working on his 125 year old house.

“In my spare time, I enjoy sailing, biking and working on my 125 year old house.”