Alireza Kazemi
Alireza Kazemi is a researcher, educator and industry consultant specializing in project management, data analysis and renewable energy systems. He holds an MSc in Earth and Environmental Sciences from the University of Waterloo and a BSc in Mechanical Engineering from K. N. Toosi University of Technology.
With over seven years of experience in academia and research, he has taught at multiple institutions, including the University of Waterloo and K. N. Toosi University of Technology, and has contributed to groundbreaking research in energy-efficient solutions. At University Canada West, he teaches Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis in the MBA program, and Physical Geography and Introductory Physics at the undergraduate level.
Alireza’s research in geothermal reservoir modeling, artificial ground freezing and energy sustainability has been published in leading peer-reviewed journals and has been referenced in studies on energy systems, renewable energy and sustainable engineering. In addition to publishing in high-impact journals, he serves as a peer reviewer for Elsevier’s engineering publications, contributing to the rigorous academic evaluation process.
Expertise and Experience
Alireza’s expertise spans quantitative analysis, statistical modeling, data interpretation and applied thermodynamics. He has led research and development initiatives in both academia and industry, applying numerical simulation, prototype design and data analysis to develop practical solutions for energy sustainability.
In addition to his academic career, Alireza has worked as a R&D Specialist, developing thermal analysis models, validating prototypes and optimizing energy-efficient home heating systems. His research at the University of Waterloo contributed to the development of an analytical model for artificial ground freezing, now being considered for real-world applications.
Publications and Scholarly Contributions
Alireza’s research has been published in top-tier, Scopus-indexed and Q1-ranked journals in the fields of renewable energy and engineering.
Selected Publications
- Kazemi A., Leonenko Y. (2025). Artificial ground freezing in cold climates using multiple closed single-phase thermosyphons: A natural convection approach. International Journal of Civil Engineering. https://doi.org/10.1007/s40999-025-01071-7
- Kazemi A., Roostaie M., Egorov I., Leonenko Y. (2022). An analytical solution for heat extraction from shallow ground using a single-phase closed thermosyphon: A model for artificial ground freezing. Journal of Energy Storage. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.est.2022.105599
- Kazemi A., Mahbaz S.B., Dehghani-Sanij A.R., Dusseault M.B., Fraser R. (2019). Performance evaluation of an enhanced geothermal system in the Western Canada Sedimentary Basin. Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.rser.2019.109278
- Soltani M., Kashkooli F.M., Dehghani-Sanij A.R., Kazemi A., et al. (2019). A comprehensive study of geothermal heating and cooling systems. Sustainable Cities and Society. https://doi.org/10.1016/j.scs.2018.09.036
Awards and Recognitions
- Faculty of Science Best Thesis Award Nomination, University of Waterloo (2022)
- Science Graduate Award – Earth Sciences, University of Waterloo (2021)
- Science Graduate Experience Award, University of Waterloo (2020)
- Certifications and Professional Memberships
- Engineer-in-Training (EIT) – Professional Engineers Ontario
- Peer Reviewer – Elsevier Engineering Journals
- Courses Taught at University Canada West
- MBA Program: Quantitative Reasoning and Analysis (MBAF 502)
- Undergraduate Level: Physical Geography (GEOG 101), Introductory Physics (PHYS 101)
Professional Profiles
- Google Scholar: https://scholar.google.com/citations?hl=en&user=_kl9HqYAAAAJ
- LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/arkazemi
