Energy and Building Controls is responsible for managing and optimising the University of Otago’s energy use and building control systems. We oversee how energy is used, generated, distributed, monitored, and optimised across the campus to support safe, efficient, and low carbon operations, teaching and research.
Otago’s energy strategy
Learn how our team is helping the University of Otago to power a thriving, low-carbon future.
Understanding the University of Otago's energy usage and strategy
The Energy Team
For general enquiries or to provide feedback about energy usage at the University, please contact:
Email energy@otago.ac.nz
Shane Jenkins
Head of Energy and Building Controls
Shane is the Head of Energy and Building Controls, overseeing the management and optimisation of the University’s energy use and building systems. His focus is on driving safety, improving efficiency, reducing carbon footprint, and fostering innovation.
Tel +64 21 727 118
Email shane.jenkins@otago.ac.nz
Office 1.20, First Floor Plaza
Maia Dean
Energy Analyst
Maia is the Energy Analyst. She works to analyse and report on campus energy use, providing insights that help inform infrastructure upgrades, energy efficiency projects, and strategies for optimising costs and sustainability.
Tel +64 3 556 6338
Email maia.dean@otago.ac.nz
Office 1.20, First Floor Plaza
Finn Knowles
Energy Efficiency Officer
Finn is the Energy Efficiency Officer. In this role, he focuses on identifying practical energy-saving measures, with an emphasis on improving building operation through the BMS and scheduling, reducing carbon footprint, and improving comfort across campus.
Tel +64 3 556 6837
Email finn.knowles@otago.ac.nz
Office 1.20, First Floor Plaza