Amisha Patel is Mainstream Renewable Power’s Global Head of Public Affairs and Policy. Prior to joining Mainstream, she was leading corporates for Principle Power – the world leader in floating offshore wind technology. Amisha has worked in the energy sector for over 15 years having built and led the global power and renewables team at the Energy Industries Council where she directed government relations, global supply chain engagement, and energy export campaigns for offshore wind. Having started her career with the UK’s civil service Amisha has extensive experience in international relations and shaping renewable energy policy. She has served in previous roles with developers and trade bodies. Amisha currently serves on the shadow board of RenewableUK and has previously served as a board member of Offshore Wind California as well as the TMA BlueTech cluster in San Diego. She was recently seconded to the California Energy Commission International relations unit.