Dr. Martin Ordonez is a globally recognized expert in electrification, leading FUTURi Power in developing smart, resilient energy systems. As a professor and Kaiser Chair at UBC, he advances power and energy research to accelerate the transition to clean energy. He was awarded the King Charles III Coronation Medal in 2025 for creating renewable energy systems that benefit our communities and the environment, and transforming scientific discoveries into practical technologies that power a cleaner, more resilient future.