Mr Muhammad Umer is a Research Associate at the Sustainable Development Policy Institute and an electrical engineer with a background in power systems, data science and sectoral studies. He previously worked as a Technical Associate at the Central Power Purchasing Agency, where he used PLEXOS modelling to develop data-driven energy solutions and policy recommendations, contributing to electricity cost optimisation, fuel cost forecasting and analysis of potential cross-border electricity trade. At the Engineering Development Board, he conducted trade studies across various industries. His interests include sustainable energy and evidence-based policymaking in the power sector. He holds a Master’s in Electrical (Power) Engineering from the National University of Sciences & Technology.