Energy as a Catalyst for Change – Cyrus Brooks

Our latest Energy Superhero is Cyrus Brooks, a leading energy industry figure with a unique background that spans engineering, human rights advocacy, and global economic development. Cyrus currently works at RBAC, which specializes in energy market modeling and predictive analysis. He brings a fresh perspective to the intersection of energy, economics, and social responsibility, showing how informed energy decisions can create a better life for all. 

In this episode, Cyrus talks about his mission to bridge the gap between energy and economic opportunity:

• Cyrus began his career in mechanical and aerospace engineering but pivoted to human rights work, traveling across Asia, Australia, and South Africa. His experiences in these regions revealed the realities of energy poverty and its impact on communities. This shaped his belief in energy as a catalyst for economic empowerment.  
• Cyrus advocates for a collaborative win-win approach, where energy companies and local populations mutually benefit. He stresses the importance of integrating economic activity with energy access to uplift disadvantaged areas, drawing parallels to China’s dramatic reduction in poverty over the past 30 years.  
• At RBAC, Cyrus helps model natural gas and power markets, providing transparent, data-driven insights for companies, regulators, and policymakers. These models are key in planning infrastructure and demonstrating how strategic energy investments can lower costs and reduce emissions.

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