Prof. Leboli Zak Thamae is the Coordinator of the Energy Research Centre at the National University of Lesotho, where he provides academic leadership in advancing interdisciplinary research on sustainable and environmentally friendly energy systems. His work focuses on the interface between energy technology, policy, regulation, and sustainable development, with particular emphasis on computational modelling for energy planning, renewable energy integration, rural electrification, electric mobility, infrastructure governance and sustainable energy solutions for communities.
With extensive experience in energy policy analysis, strategic planning, professional advisory services, high-calibre training and applied research, Prof. Thamae has contributed to national and regional discourse on sustainable energy transitions, regulatory frameworks, and low-carbon development pathways. Through the NUL Energy Research Centre, he actively engages with international institutions, development partners, government, industry, and communities to generate evidence-based insights that support informed policymaking, capacity building, and the achievement of inclusive and sustainable energy outcomes.