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The Armenia National Committee aims to promote sustainable energy development in Armenia, as a part of the Council’s energy vision. As a member of the Council's network, the organisation is committed to representing the Armenian perspective within national, regional and global energy debates. The committee includes a variety of members to ensure that the diverse energy interests of Armenia are appropriately represented. Members of the committee are invited to attend high-level events, participate in energy-focused study groups, contribute to technical research and be a part of the global energy dialogue.

Hakob Vardanyan serves as the Chair of the World Energy Council Armenian Member Committee, as well as the Deputy Minister of Territorial Administration and Infrastructure where he has been since June 2019, following a year as the Deputy Minister of RA Energy Infrastructures and Natural Resources.

Vardanyan has been engaged in the energy sector since 2016, having worked in several positions including Head of Investment Projects at Tashir Group, Deputy Director for Security and Control at Electric Networks of Armenia CJSC, and Director for Issues of Financial-Economic and Supply at High Voltage Electric Networks CJSC.

Previously, Vardanyan worked as Head of Risk Management and Insurance at RESO Insurance, Business Development Consultant at Bliley Technologies, Business Analyst and Project Manager at Constant Development, Investment Director at Helios Group and Risk Management Director at Golden State Bank. He graduated from the Armenian State University of Economics in 2011 and Pennsylvania State University in 2015, and has the qualification of Magister of Management.

With over a decade of experience in Armenia's energy and finance sectors, Davit Grigoryan has built a career marked by expertise in strategic leadership and financial management. After earning a Bachelor's in Management and a Magister's in Finance from Yerevan State Economic University, Davit Grigoryan began at RESO Insurance and later served in the Financial Department of the Special Investigation Service of Armenia.

Transitioning into the energy sector, Davit Grigoryan held managerial roles at the Agricultural Development Fund and High Voltage Electricity Network CJSC before joining Electro Power Systems Operator CJSC as Deputy General Director. Since June 2024, Davit Grigoryan has served as Acting General Director, driving growth and operational innovation in Armenia's energy landscape.