Natarajan Ramanan serves as Chief Technology Officer at Energy Recovery Inc., a leading innovator in energy recovery technologies for desalination, wastewater treatment, and industrial applications. With over 25 years of experience in engineering and technology leadership, Ramanan drives the company's research, development, and commercialization of breakthrough solutions that enhance energy efficiency and sustainability. His strategic vision has positioned Energy Recovery at the forefront of the global push toward carbon-neutral operations. Ramanan's career began with foundational roles in turbomachinery and fluid dynamics at companies like Dresser-Rand (now Siemens Energy) and Flowserve, where he honed expertise in high-performance rotating equipment and energy systems. Holding a Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Houston and a Bachelor's from the University of Madras, he brings a blend of academic rigor and practical innovation to his work. Before joining Energy Recovery in 2010, he led engineering teams on complex projects that optimized industrial processes for reliability and efficiency. At Energy Recovery, Ramanan has spearheaded transformative advancements, including the evolution of the company's proprietary PX Pressure Exchanger technology, which has saved customers billions in energy costs and reduced CO2 emissions equivalent to millions of cars off the road. Under his leadership, the company has expanded into high-growth sectors like refrigeration and oil & gas, launching products such as the PX Q400 and pioneering supercritical CO2 systems. His achievements have earned industry accolades and solidified Energy Recovery's reputation for delivering scalable, eco-friendly technologies.