Maame Yaa Kyerewaa Amanpene
Maame Yaa Amanpene is an accomplished Project Manager with over six years of experience in the renewable energy and utilities industry. Currently working at Duke Energy Corporation, she specializes in managing large-scale construction projects, including solar and wind farms ranging in value from $25 million to $100 million. Her expertise spans the full project lifecycle—from initiation and planning to execution, commissioning, and final completion—while maintaining strict focus on scope, schedule, and budget. With a strong foundation in geological engineering and a graduate certificate in project management from Missouri University of Science and Technology, Maame combines technical depth with strategic leadership.
Throughout her career, Maame has held key roles at companies such as Avangrid Renewables, CS Energy, and Raineri Construction, steadily advancing in responsibilities and impact. Beyond her technical skills, she is deeply passionate about empowering women in STEM and contributing to sustainable development. Recognized as a Marquis Who’s Who Honored Listee, she also takes pride in giving back through community service initiatives. Maame continues to be a driving force in shaping the future of clean energy while inspiring others through her leadership and commitment to meaningful progress.
• Missouri University of Science and Technology- Master's
• Missouri University of Science and Technology
• Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology, Kumasi- Bachelor's
What do you attribute your success to?
I attribute my success to a deep love for the engineering field, a strong commitment to thorough planning, execution, and follow-through on every phase of a project, continuous education, and the drive to make a meaningful difference every day.
What’s the best career advice you’ve ever received?
The best career advice I’ve ever received is to enjoy learning new things, never give up, and if you make a mistake, learn from it and keep moving forward.
What advice would you give to young women entering your industry?
My advice to young women entering this industry is to remember that perseverance is your strongest asset—stay determined and keep pushing forward no matter the challenges.
What are the biggest challenges or opportunities in your field right now?
One of the biggest challenges and opportunities in my field right now is being proactive about the constant changes we face daily and finding bigger, better alternatives to drive progress.
What values are most important to you in your work and personal life?
The values most important to me in both my work and personal life are being a team player, embracing challenges, and striving to be a great mentor to others.