We combine technical rigor, market awareness, and fast-moving execution to help clients
navigate complex grid decisions with more clarity and confidence.
No BS. We believe in clear, direct communication—especially when the stakes are high
Diverse Expertise
Our team brings decades of combined experience across utilities, utility-scale project development, and consulting.
Regional Intelligence
We combine technical modeling with deep knowledge of ISO/RTO processes, stakeholders, and market behavior.
Built-In Innovation
Our proprietary tools and workflows are designed to improve speed, accuracy, and insight.
Agility By Design
As a lean, employee-owned firm, we move faster, adapt quicker, and align directly with our clients’ success.
ZEG FOUNDATION
The foundation
behind all of our work.
Mission
We aim to deliver cost-effective solutions that advance clean energy and next-generation grid technologies while protecting grid security and reliability.
Vision
We set out to be the most trusted engineering advisory team, focused on delivering the best core services and products aligned with a decarbonized grid.
Independent, objective guidance built on transparency and trust.
Collaboration
Working closely with clients and stakeholders to solve complex challenges together.
Accountability
Taking ownership of outcomes and delivering with consistency and follow-through.
Expertise
We combine technical modeling with deep knowledge of ISO/RTO processes, stakeholders, and market behavior.
Accessibility
Responsive, practical support with direct access to experienced experts.
OUR STORY
Built to support a changing power industry, and help shape outcomes across the grid lifecycle.
ZEG was founded to build a different kind of engineering advisory for a more complex power industry; one grounded in technical rigor, transparency, and practical execution. From the beginning, our focus was to help clients navigate interconnection, transmission planning, and grid-related risks with deeper insight and more reliable outcomes.
As demand for large load interconnections accelerated, ZEG expanded its services to support emerging load-driven opportunities, including data centers and bitcoin mining projects. During this period, we also established our India office, expanding our technical capabilities and strengthening our ability to support clients across time zones and project stages.
To support continued growth and deepen regional coverage, ZEG opened its Canada office in 2025. This milestone expanded our North American presence and reinforced our ability to serve clients across increasingly interconnected power markets with specialized technical and market expertise.
Today, as a 100% employee-owned firm, ZEG supports developers, asset owners, utilities, and investors across the full grid lifecycle. We combine engineering depth, market intelligence, and innovative tools to help clients move projects forward — and help shape outcomes in a rapidly changing power industry.
Our Team
Professionals driving clean energy
Background
Mike Tabrizi Ph.D, PE
Mike has over 15 years of experience in power grid and market planning. Before founding Zero-Emission Grid, he led DNV’s Power System Advisory practice in North America, working with utilities, developers, and grid operators. His work includes leading transmission and interconnection projects across major U.S. markets, along with extensive experience in planning studies and power market analysis. He has also contributed technical expertise to regulatory and development efforts nationwide.
Mike Tabrizi Ph.D, PE
CEO | Chief Engineer
Background
Dilan Novosad PE
Dilan Novosad is EVP of Power Grid Advisory at Zero-Emission Grid, where he leads grid reliability and economic assessments, interconnection studies, and transmission planning efforts. He brings nearly a decade of experience across utility and consulting environments, with expertise in power system modeling, EMT analysis, and renewable integration. His work has supported a range of grid development and interconnection projects, particularly within ERCOT.
Dilan Novosad PE
EVP | Power Grid Advisory
Background
Chris MoonPE
Chris brings more than 12 years of experience in the power industry, including the past 6.5 years leading engineering efforts at Apex Clean Energy. His expertise spans electrical design and plant-level studies supporting utilities and independent power producers, with a strong focus on substations and renewable energy projects.
Chris Moon PE
Vice President Electrical Engineering
Background
Joshua Grindeland
Josh brings extensive experience in interconnection strategy and power systems analytics, with a strong track record of guiding engineering teams through complex grid study processes. At Zero-Emission Grid, he supports the development and execution of advanced analytics solutions, helping clients navigate interconnection challenges and make informed decisions in increasingly complex grid environments. His experience spans interconnection planning, system analysis, and cross-functional team leadership, with a focus on delivering high-quality technical insights to developers, operators, and other grid stakeholders. Josh plays a key role in advancing ZEG’s analytics capabilities and supporting clients across the evolving power grid landscape.
Joshua Grindeland
Senior Director - Eastern/Western Interconnect
Amin Dadashzade Ph.D
Lead - Power Systems Specialist II
Sakshi Gupta
Power Systems Engineer II
Keyur Patil
Power Systems Engineer I
Piyush Pande Ph.D
Manager - Senior Power Systems Engineer I
Mareesh Kadhiresapandian
Lead - Senior Power Systems Engineer I
Jayakumaran Tananjeyan
Director - Power Grid Solutions
Jignesh Patel
Senior Power Systems Engineer I
Mary Prasanna
Senior Power Systems Engineer II
Mohammed Faizan
Power Systems Engineer I
Chiranjeevi Yarramsetty
Power Systems Engineer I
Mac Millan
Design Engineer I
Aabid Hussain Sheikh Ph.D
Power Systems Engineer II
Basit Mushtaq Ph.D
Power Systems Engineer II
Vidya Venuthurla
HR & Compliance Project Manager
Revanth Prabu Parthiban
Design Engineer I
Pranav Garg
Software Engineer I
Naira Jeelani Ph.D
Power Systems Engineer II
Kameel Kishek
Power Systems Engineer I
Palmer Barefield
Marketing and Brand Project Manager
David Zirbel
Principle Power Systems Engineer
Help Us Shape a Cleaner, more Sustainable Future — Join the ZEG Team
Since 2022, ZEG has been dedicated to advancing the future of power grid interconnection. We provide tailored consulting services to developers, asset owners, operators, independent power producers, and other key stakeholders, with a focus on building a sustainable, renewable energy grid.
Who makes up the ZEG team?
Our team consists of industry veterans with over 70 years of collective experience in power grid consulting, electric utilities, and renewable development. This diverse expertise enables us to deeply understand the unique challenges of our clients and support their decarbonization goals effectively.
What types of clients does ZEG serve?
ZEG works with a wide range of clients, including developers, asset owners, operators, independent power producers, and other stakeholders in the energy sector. We collaborate closely with both industry leaders and forward-thinking customers committed to driving a sustainable, zero-emission power grid.
What is ZEG’s approach to decarbonizing the power grid?
At ZEG, we believe that collaboration is key to overcoming the inertia of the industry. We partner with stakeholders to drive a zero-emission, reliable power grid. Our approach is rooted in agility, creativity, and innovation, which are the principles that inspire our mission and services.
How does ZEG support its clients’ decarbonization goals?
Our team brings extensive knowledge and expertise to help our clients achieve their decarbonization goals. We provide customized solutions, strategic advisory services, and innovative toolsto support the transition to a renewable, sustainable energy grid. Through our services, we help clients navigate the complexities of the power grid interconnection process.
Does ZEG work with all ISOs/RTOs?
Yes, ZEG operates across all major North American ISOs/RTOs, including CAISO, ERCOT, ISONE, MISO, PJM, SPP, WECC, and SERC, covering 80% of the U.S. power grid.
