Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 18 years of experience in environmental and climate change law, the expert specializes in aligning national legal systems with EU and UNFCCC frameworks. Excelling in legal gap analysis, policy assessment, and regulatory document drafting, the expert has led initiatives in capacity building and institutional strengthening across Europe, Asia, and Latin America. Known for delivering comprehensive legal frameworks and strategic recommendations, the expert has significantly contributed to international cooperation projects, enhancing compliance with EU Chapter 27 Acquis and international climate commitments.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving international donors such as the UNFCCC, World Bank, and European Commission. The expert's involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, capacity building, and legal support in environmental and climate change governance. Projects have been conducted on national and regional scales, focusing on aligning legal systems with EU and international climate frameworks. Geographic locations of work include the Western Balkans, Turkey, China, Africa, and Latin America.

Sectors and geographic focus

Previously held roles such as senior legal expert and project leader, the expert has worked extensively in sectors including environment and natural resource management, pollution and waste management, water and sanitation, and law. Cross-cutting expertise includes governance and institutional development, with projects spanning Europe, Asia, and Latin America. The expert's interdisciplinary knowledge integrates climate change policy with legal and institutional reforms, enhancing compliance and capacity in various regions. The expert has extensive geographic experience across Europe, Asia, and Latin America, with significant involvement in the Western Balkans, Turkey, China, and Georgia. They have developed a deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, particularly in the Western Balkans through long-term assignments supporting EU approximation processes.

Languages and education

With a background in law, the expert is a native Italian speaker and fluent in English. These language skills have been effectively utilized in various professional contexts, including in-country work and collaboration with multilingual teams, supporting roles in international projects and legal consultancy. The expert holds an LLM in EU Law from University College London, United Kingdom, and a Master’s Degree in Law, summa cum laude, from the University of Siena, Italy. Additionally, they completed a postgraduate course in Environmental Law at the University of Siena and are a fully qualified lawyer, having been admitted to the Italian Bar Association.