Dragana Thibault

Dragana is the Manager of Codes and Standards, where she leads stakeholder engagement activities, research and analysis, and develops reports to support the adoption and implementation of building energy codes across the region. Her work focuses on advancing high-performance building policies, energy efficiency, and affordability. She also provides technical presentations on energy code, workforce development, and building energy performance through regional webinars.  

Prior to joining NEEP, Dragana led the Legal and Government Affairs team at Livingston Energy Group, where she led regulatory research on government and utility regulations, programs and initiatives related to climate change, transportation, energy, and grid.  

Dragana holds a Master of Law (LL.M.) in Civil Law and Property Law from Ss. Cyril and Methodius, Faculty of Law in North Macedonia, as well as a Master of Law (LL.M.) in International Law with a concentration in Climate Change Mitigation Policies on the use of Energy in Transportation from Albany Law School. She is also fluent in English and Macedonian and proficient in Serbian, Croatian, Bosnian, and Bulgarian. Outside of work, Dragana volunteers at Amnesty International. 

Q: What is your favorite thing about NEEP?

A: Being part of mission-driven work and working alongside passionate, hardworking people who care about making a difference.

Q: Name one thing you cannot live without?

A: My daily walk - it helps me reset and clear my mind.

Q: What book is currently on your night stand.

A: The Shepherd's Life by James Rebanks.