Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 17 years of experience, the expert is a seasoned energy and climate specialist with a strong focus on Latin America. They have effectively designed and implemented energy transition programs aimed at decarbonizing the power sector and integrating sustainable development into national frameworks. Career highlights include managing a trust fund that mitigated financial risks for over 150 power purchase agreements and conducting pre-feasibility assessments for renewable energy schemes. Responsibilities have included leadership roles such as Senior Policy Adviser, with significant collaboration on international initiatives alongside organizations like the United Nations Development Programme.

Project experience and donor exposure

With a background in international development cooperation, the expert has collaborated with the United Nations Development Programme and the United Nations Environment Programme. Their involvement has centered on developing methodologies for mainstreaming sustainable energy and environmental sustainability into national development plans, as well as providing technical assistance and support for donor reporting processes. Projects have been primarily national and sector-specific, emphasizing capacity building and technical assistance, with a geographic focus on the Global South, including Kenya.

Sectors and geographic focus

Worked across diverse projects involving the energy, research, and innovation sectors, the expert has primarily focused on energy policy and climate change. Previously held roles such as Senior Policy Adviser and Researcher have involved managing renewable energy projects and developing sustainable development methodologies. Their interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating sustainable development into national plans and financial risk mitigation for energy projects. The geographic scope of their work spans Latin America, with significant roles in Argentina, and extends to international projects in the Global South, underscoring their capability in regional and global contexts.

Languages and education

With a background in languages, the expert is a native Spanish speaker and proficient in English, having used these languages extensively in professional contexts, including international collaborations and multilingual teams. Additionally, they possess basic knowledge of Portuguese and beginner-level German (A1.1), which have supported their roles in diverse geographic locations, facilitating effective communication in international development and energy sector projects. The expert holds a Master of Science in Energy Policy from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, and a Master of Science in Economics and Policy of Energy and the Environment from University College London, United Kingdom, where they were awarded a Chevening Fellowship. Their educational background also includes post-graduate studies in Energy Regulation at the University of Buenos Aires and Social Economics and Development at the National University of General San Martín, Argentina, as well as a degree in Accounting from the National University of Tucumán, Argentina.