Sandro Lauri has been appointed as Chief Executive Officer at the Energy and Water Agency.
He served as interim CEO for the past few months. Inġ. Lauri brings extensive experience in energy policy, strategic planning and the development of national energy frameworks, having held several senior positions within the agency.
Inġ. Lauri began his career at the Energy and Water Agency in 2014 as a Senior Policy Officer. In this role, he spearheaded the update of the National Renewable Energy Action Plan and oversaw work related to its implementation, including the development of renewable energy support schemes in line with State Aid Guidelines.
During this time, his responsibilities were extended to include supporting the Office of the Permanent Secretary within the Office of the Prime Minister (Energy and Projects) on various initiatives, as well as providing advice on state aid matters.
Between 2017 and 2021, he served as Chief Strategy Officer at the Energy and Water Agency. During this period, he led the development of Malta’s first sector-specific Research and Innovation Strategy for Energy and Water and co-led the development of Malta’s first National Energy and Climate Plan.
In 2021, he was appointed Chief Policy Officer within the agency’s Energy Unit, where he led a team of experts responsible for energy planning, policy development and the coordination of policy implementation.
In addition to his professional responsibilities, Inġ. Lauri serves as a board member of the Institute for Sustainable Energy at the University of Malta, contributing to its academic and oversight functions.
His appointment as CEO marks the continuation of his contribution to the agency’s work in shaping and implementing Malta’s energy and water policies and strategies.
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