About Us
This is us
A team spread across the globe, part of a rapidly expanding organisation.
Our Team
Our growing team is led by experienced and passionate individuals who share common backgrounds, with extensive experience in the private and public sectors.
EXECUTIVE TEAM
Sebastian Kind
Founder & CEO
Based in Valencia, Spain
Sebastian is RELP's Founder and CEO, with 20 years of experience in the energy industry. As CEO, he is responsible for setting and implementing the company's overall strategic vision, guiding its growth, and ensuring its success.
Sebastián holds a degree in mechanical engineering from UTN (Argentina), an MSc. in renewable energy from the EUREC Agency (Brussels), NTUA (Greece), and the University of Zaragoza (Spain), as well as an Executive Development Diploma from IAE Business School (Argentina). He also has participated in various executive programmes at Harvard University.
Sebastián served as Argentina's Undersecretary of Renewable Energy (2016-2017) and Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency (2018-2019). He is the architect of the RenovAr Programme, which drove over US$11 billion and 8.7 GW in clean energy investments since its launch in 2016.
He also played an instrumental role in working with Argentina’s National Senate as an author of the Renewable Energy Law (Law 27.191).
In 2017, Sebastián worked with Harvard University to set up RenovAr as a Case Study due to its outstanding achievements. In 2018, he was appointed as Chair of the Council of the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and selected as a Fellow of the Eisenhower Foundation (EF) and as a Global Leader of the World Economic Forum (WEF).
In 2019, he received the Clean Energy Award of the Latin American and Caribbean Council on Renewable Energy (LAC- CORE), the LIDE Award of the Year and the Climate Breakthrough Project Award (an initiative of the Packard Foundation with the support of the Oak, Good Energies, and IKEA foundations), a US$2 million prize for developing RELP (formerly Greenmap).
In the academic sector, Sebastian is the founding director of the Master of Science in Renewable Energy Programme at the National Technological University (UTN).
Mauro Soares
Co-Founder & COO
Based in Valencia, Spain
Mauro is RELP’s Co-founder and COO. He oversees an organisation's day-to-day operations and ensures they align with the strategic goals set by the CEO and executive team.
Mauro holds an economics degree from the Universidad del Salvador (Argentina) and an MSc. in Business from Stanford University (USA).
He has an extensive professional career in the energy sector in renewable generation, power generation, conventional and non-conventional oil and gas upstream, and LNG.
In 2016, after a long career in Tecpetrol where he served in different management roles, Mauro was named National Director of Renewable Energy at Argentina’s Ministry of Energy and Mining. He had a leadership role in the design and implementation of the “RenovAr”, Argentina’s impactful renewable energy procurement programme; the design and negotiation of the World Bank Guarantee for it, and the design of the regulation for the promotion of the C&I renewable electricity market.
In 2018, Mauro founded EOS Energía, a consulting firm specialising in renewable energy and electricity markets based in Buenos Aires. In 2019, he co-founded Conecto Energía, Argentina’s first digital marketplace for renewable and conventional energy. He teaches at post-graduate renewable energy programs at UCES and UTN universities in Buenos Aires. He has been chair of the Wind Committee and a member of the Board of Directors of the Argentina Renewable Energy Chamber. Mauro is a member of the BMW Foundation Herbert Quandt’s Responsible Leaders Network.
Andrea Bertello
Director of Country Engagement & Partnerships
Based in Turin, Italy
Andrea is responsible for developing and managing RELP's engagement efforts with host country governments, partners, and other key stakeholders.
He holds a degree in Economics and an MA in Sustainable International Development. He has 20+ years of experience as a consultant, entrepreneur, and academic lecturer in the renewable energy sector.
Between 2005 and 2008, he worked for Trinergy Ltd., a wind energy asset manager based in Dublin, Ireland, and New Energy Finance in London, UK.
From 2009 to 2020, Andrea worked for the creation and start-up phase of three companies, whose core business includes renewable energy project development and consultancy in Latin America, digital solutions for energy efficiency in the C&I market, and small-scale renewable energy and hybrid systems generation in Europe. He has worked as an adjunct professor at Brandeis University and the Universidad Tecnológica Nacional (UTN) in Buenos Aires.
Liz Bronder
Managing Director iTrust
Based in Paris, France
Liz is iTrust’s Managing Director and RELP Board of Advisors member since 2023.
As MD, Liz leads the establishment and rollout of the iTrust guarantee fund.
She has an MBA from INSEAD, France, and a BSc in Applied Math from Yale University.
Liz was with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) for over 20 years where she served as Director of Corporate Strategy and Resources, Regional Director for Latin America and the Caribbean, and IFC’s Chief Information Officer; and Managing Director of Global Sustainable Finance Group with Bank of America.
Liz is a senior executive with deep expertise in multilateral development, corporate and project finance, and impact and sustainable investing, particularly in emerging markets. She is passionate about leveraging technologies for the greater good of nonprofit work. Before her position with IFC, Liz worked with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley.
Ramiro Gomez Barinaga
Director of Country Delivery
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
As Dorector of Country Delivery, Ramiro is responsible for assessing, analysing and proposing the procurement programme and auction design of each country where RELP has a cooperation agreement. He organise the local teams and hub staff to start the country analysis and data collection, the risk assessment and the risk mitigation proposal. Ramiro work closely with the Director of Legal, Policy and Regulation to get the tender document according to the countries' needs.
The Director of Country Delivery also support governments during the public consultation and pre-qualification of investors and once the auction is launched, the he supports the receipt of bids, evaluation, award and contract signing.
Ramiro is a lawyer from Universidad Nacional del Litoral. He holds a Master's in Tax Law from Universidad Nacional del Litoral—Argentina—and a Master's in Finance and Law from Universidad del CEMA.
He is a Founding Partner of GB Abogados, where he focused on Mergers and Acquisitions, Corporate Law, Investment Structures—project Finance, and Renewable Energy.
He acted as Legal Advisor to the Argentinian Government for Renewable Energy, with a special role in designing the regulatory framework, PPAs, and guarantees granted to projects under the RenovAr Programme.
He has been a lecturer at Universidad de Ciencias Empresariales y Sociales (UCES) Corporate Law and Project Finance since 2002; a lecturer at Universidad Tecnológica Nacional in Regulatory Framework for Renewable Energies for the MSc. and in Renewable Energies; and a lecturer at Universidad de Buenos Aires, Mergers & Acquisitions for the Master Degree in Commercial Law.
Martin Kind
Director of Innovation & Technology
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Martin leads RELP’s technical department, responsible for innovation, data management, design, and implementation of IT and modelling processes.
Martin is a civil engineer majoring in hydraulics (University of Buenos Aires, Argentina, UBA), and a specialisation in energy (ITBA, Argentina). He has an extensive professional career in the energy sector, including hydraulics, upstream oil and gas industry, and energy modelling, with more than 20 years of experience.
He worked in Argentina for the National Institute for Water (INA) the Regional Climate Lab (CIMA-UBA), and in Denmark for the Danish Hydraulic Institute (DHI).
He was involved as a researcher of hydro-environmental and climate change projects related to international programs (START, TWAS, UNEP, UNFCCC).
He also has more than 15 years of experience working in the private energy sector, where he served in many different technical leadership roles for large international companies (Tecpetrol, Petrobras, Sinopec, Oxy, and YPF).
Martin was a member of the Board of Directors of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE Argentina) and has taught courses at the School of Engineering of the University of Buenos Aires.
Fernando Lagarde
Director of Legal, Policy and Regulations
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Fernando leads RELP’s legal, policy, and regulation knowledge department. He provides strategic and hands-on advice and is responsible for designing RELP’s legal toolkit and frameworks and related administrative procedures.
Fernando is a lawyerwho graduated from the Universidad del Salvador and holds a master’s degree in administrative law from the Universidad Austral. He is also a master’s lecturer in administrative law and renewable energy legal framework at the Universidad Austral and the Technological Institute of Buenos Aires (ITBA), among other institutions.
He served as a public sector legal advisor beginning in 2001, in the Ministry of Economy, the Senate, and the Undersecretary of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency of the Argentine Republic. In the Senate, he directly drafted the new Law on Renewable Energies of the country (Law 27.191). As an advisor to the Undersecretary of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency, he had a special role in formulating the complementary regulations of the regime for the promotion of renewable energies and the RenovAr Programme. In December 2004, he became a member of the buffet Comadira Abogados, specialising in public law, in particular: administrative and constitutional law.
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Florencia leads the Research Department, which supports the entire organisation on countries´ investment environment, power sector readiness to foster private sector participation, and auction implementation for renewable energy, BESS, and grids.
She has an Economics degree and an International Economics Relations MA from Buenos Aires University (UBA).
She is a seasonal energy specialist with vast experience in research and economic and financial analysis of infrastructure projects. At Argentina's Undersecretary of Renewable Energy, her main responsibility was designing a regulatory framework to encourage local renewable energy equipment manufacturing and attract foreign investment. Before this role, Florencia worked as an economic consultant in the private and public sectors.
"What inspires me about working at RELP is to be part of the change the developing world needs for them to meet their development and climate goals in a just and affordable way."
Marcos is a Software Developer focusing on back-end development.
Based in London, United Kingdom
As a senior lawyer, Khushboo assists in legal research and drafting while undertaking policy analysis.
She has an LL.B. (Symbiosis Law School, India), an LL.M. in International Law from The Geneva Graduate Institute, Switzerland and a Master in Public Policy from The London School of Economics, United Kingdom.
She has experience in legal and policy research, analysis, and drafting. She also has over a decade of litigation experience in India, primarily before the Supreme Court of India and the National Green Tribunal, with a focus on environmental matters.
“I believe RELP provides me with a platform to meaningfully contribute and be a part of the solution in advancing renewable energy and the climate crisis we face.”
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
As a Sr. Mathematical Modeling Scientist, he primarily focuses on developing models for renewable energy auctions.
Pablo has a PhD in Mathematics from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA), Argentina.
His mathematical research focuses on game theory, a critical tool for analysing renewable energy auctions. He has developed programming skills through active participation in the ICPC (International Collegiate Programming Contest). Additionally, his experience as a data scientist at GranData has further strengthened his expertise in applying mathematical models to real-world problems.
"The opportunity to apply my knowledge to contribute to sustainable development and climate change mitigation."
Based in Lome, Togo
As senior regional Programme Manager, Aminata drives RELP's strategy in Africa, forging partnerships with governments, MDBs, and DFIs and securing agreements for program implementation. She collaborates with the iTrust team to position it as a regional guarantee facility and manages relationships with potential funders.
She is an Electrical Engineer and has a Master's Degree in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficient.
Since 2022, Aminata has been a senior advisor for the Tony Blair Institute, supporting Togo’s Minister of Energy to advance universal access by 2030. With over 8 years of experience, including roles at Engie and Power Africa, she has secured $4M for off-grid businesses, fostered regulatory reforms, and driven energy access in rural areas. Aminata is an Electrical Engineer with a Master’s in Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency from ÉTS, Montreal.
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Based in Valencia, Spain
Rodolfo oversees financial planning, budgeting, and compliance, ensuring alignment with donor requirements and organisational standards. He collaborates with fundraising teams to integrate financial strategies with grant opportunities and manages audits to ensure transparency and accountability.
He is a graduate of Economics from the University of Cuyo and Coaching Ontológico (IAT).
Rodolfo has experience as a Financial Controller and Administration Manager, optimising resource allocation through efficient financial processes, preparing reports and forecasts to support leadership, and ensuring compliance with international accounting standards through robust controls.
"I am inspired by RELP’s mission to drive sustainable energy solutions and empower communities through impactful projects. I also feel privileged to learn and grow alongside the incredible people I work with—from the leadership to every team member. I see RELP as a true family where collaboration and dedication lie at the heart of everything we do."
Based in Valencia, Spain
As a PM, Javier focuses on Establishing and maintaining project management standards, developing and implementing PM policies and procedures, and overseeing the planning, execution, and completion of projects.
Javier has a bachelor's Degree in Business Administration (University of Zaragoza)
and an MBA in international trade and commerce (ICEX España Exportación e Inversiones).
Javier has experience as Project Business Developer in Solar PV and BESS projects in Spain and SEE region. Also was Solar PV Account Manager in a portfolio management project from EPC and O&M contract negotiation to commissioning and Business Development Manager (Financial analysis of utility scale solar PV projects, DSA contract negotiation with partner developers, prospect new project and business opportunities in the SEE region).
"Working at RELP is working in favour of the energy transition for the countries that need it most, together with an amazing team of professionals."
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
As a semi-senior market intelligence analyst, Candelaria helps with the country's energy market data research, price estimations and analysis, and RenovAr case updates.
She is an industrial engineer from Austral’s University.
What inspires me to work at RELP is helping the world make the change it needs.
Based in Rosario, Argentina
As a semi-senior front-end developer, Nahuel creates and supports existing software solutions.
He is a computer technician from the Instituto Politécnico Superior (Rosario, Argentina) and a Programming analyst - Currently in progress - at the Interamerican University, Argentina
Nahuel has a few years of experience as a software front-end developer, working in different areas such as crypto, telemedicine, insurance, and more.
“I like being part of a great team and creating solutions that could make the world a better place to live.”
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
As a semi-senior product designer, Julieta's main responsibilities are to develop visual designs for the AREA platform, ensuring they align with the brand identity and enhance the user experience, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to design intuitive and engaging user interfaces.
She is a Front-End Developer from CoderHouse, Argentina, and a Lawyer from the University of Buenos Aires (UBA), Argentina.
Before taking on the role of Product Designer, she worked as a Front-End Developer in RELP. Prior to that, she worked on several projects and for a variety of clients.
"The opportunity to collaborate with different teams and continuously grow professionally and creatively."
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
His main responsibility is to be the legal advisor.
He holds an MBA from the IAE Business School, Argentina and a Law degree from the Catholic University, Argentina.
He has experience in EOS Energía Consultant (Advised large energy users on legal and regulatory aspects of the acquisition of renewable energy); Argentine Undersecretariat of Renewable Energy as an external legal advisor for the RenvoAr Programme; in Tecpetrol S.A. as a Legal advisor to the Business Development Director - active participation in all stages for the acquisition of oil & gas assets and companies- and in Pagbam Law firm as a Junior Associate.
“I am inspired by RELP's commitment to empowering development countries with sustainable renewable energy solutions, which not only help tackle climate change but also promote economic growth and improve the quality of life for communities in need.”
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Esteban leads front-end development, guiding technical direction and implementation. He mentors junior developers, conducts code reviews, and collaborates with UX/UI designers and back-end developers for smooth integration. He ensures high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code while staying updated on new technologies and trends.
Esteban holds a Bachelor's in International Business / International Trade from the Universidad Nacional Experimental Marítima del Caribe (2012-2017). In addition to his degree, he has completed certifications in GitHub Foundations and the Job-Ready program (Alkemy Acceleration Program), as well as self-paced courses in Front-End Web Development with Jon Mircha and Midudev and Front-End Development with Hector de Leon.
Esteban has been a Front-End Developer since January 2021, building custom websites with React.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, and frameworks like Next.js and Material UI. He has integrated REST APIs and created responsive web pages for international clients. In 2022, he worked for Time Jobs in Chile, translating designs into code using React.js, Next.js, and TypeScript, and collaborating in an Agile SCRUM environment. During his internship at Alkemy in 2021, Esteban developed a website for an NGO, applying React.js, Redux Toolkit, and SOLID principles.
"I am inspired by RELP's commitment to advancing clean and renewable energy projects. These projects can positively impact the environment and contribute to a more sustainable future."
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Her main responsibility is to legal advice and support the iTrust guarantee fund project and team.
She holds a Master of Laws (LLM) from the University of San Andres and a Law Degree from the University of Buenos Aires.
Mercedes has a diverse professional background, including roles as a Legal Advisor at The Yield Lab Latam (an AgrifoodTech Venture Capital Firm), Legal Director at Fox Latin American Channels in Argentina, and Associate at Quatttrini & Laprida Law Firm.
“What inspires me about working at RELP is the opportunity to drive meaningful and lasting change by helping emerging markets access clean and affordable energy.”
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
As RELP’s Graphic Designer, her primary objective is to communicate the organisation's mission visually in the most impactful way possible. Her key responsibilities include developing graphic materials, supporting internal departments, designing event materials, and maintaining brand identity.
Luisa holds a Bachelor of Design from the University of San Andrés, Argentina, complemented by a Programme in Cultural Project Management from the Complutense University of Madrid, Spain. She also completed a Programme in Information Design at FH Joanneum University, Austria and earned the IB Full Diploma from the International Baccalaureate.
She worked on various projects, including editorial design and illustrations for books and a digital magazine. At Nonconformist, she worked as a Design Researcher, identifying client and user needs to create effective solutions. Previously, as a Teaching Assistant at the University of San Andrés, she developed visual charts and presentations to communicate complex ideas.
"What inspires me most about working at RELP is using design as a tool to showcase impactful projects that improve people’s lives and promote sustainability."
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
As a semi-senior people partner, Macarena leads the Recruitment and selection Process, including strategy development, identifying top-tier talent, and researching market compensation. She also supports the onboarding process and maintains collaborator records (personal details, policies, holidays); reviews and improves HR processes; analyses compensation data; assists with structure mapping; and proposes benefits.
She has a human resources degree and a postgraduate degree in labour psychopedagogy.
Macarena has experience in Human Resources and has held various roles, such as Talent Acquisition Specialist and HR Business Partner.
“I’m inspired by the opportunity to be part of this wonderful and challenging project, putting my grain of sand and producing an overall positive impact on society and the environment.”
Based in Barcelona, Spain
The RELP Communications Lead manages the organisation’s external communications while ensuring alignment with internal strategies. This role encompasses strategic communication planning to enhance RELP’s visibility and impact.
Sophie has a degree in Communication (UBA, Argentina) and a postgraduate degree in Climate Change policies (UBA, Argentina) and is pursuing a Master's in Corporate Communication and Sustainability at the University of Barcelona.
She was the driving force behind Argentina's Women in Sustainable Energy Association (AMES).
Between 2016 and 2018, she worked in Communications and Press at the Undersecretariat of Renewable Energy with part of today's RELP team.
"Working at RELP is pure inspiration. Collaborating with such an amazing group of talented and dedicated professionals is incredibly motivating, all united by a noble mission and exciting projects."
Based in Luxembourg
Jean-Marie creates the iTrust multi-sub-fund platform in Luxembourg, coordinates the work with selected service providers, and leads the assessment to launch the "iTrust sub-fund for Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) member countries" in 2025 in partnership with the Africa Development Bank (AfDB).
Jean-Marie has an MBA from INSEAD, France, and a Master of Science equivalent in Agronomy from Agro Paris Tech and ENSAT, France. I have completed executive education programs at leading institutions, including Stanford, Harvard, IMD, and the Center of Corporate Leadership. Additionally, I am an alumnus of the IFC Corporate Leadership Program, World Bank Group, in Washington, DC.
He has 33 years of experience, including 27 years at IFC, World Bank Group (1994–2021), leading 170+ investment transactions and programs worth $11 billion and fostering partnerships with global financial and development institutions. His expertise spans political risk insurance (MIGA), sustainable finance (including launching the $1.4 billion Amundi Planet EGO fund), and structuring investments with guarantees. He has worked with the IMF on the $42 billion RST programme and as a Visiting Scholar on climate debt scalability. Additionally, he has extensive experience managing multicultural teams, mitigating risks, and leading technical assistance initiatives, aligning with RELP's growth vision.
I’m inspired by the visionary leadership to make the planet a better place to live, extraordinary results accomplished within a relatively short period, and exemplary teamwork.
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Julio coordinates the delivery of support services and activities in countries where RELP maintains an active Cooperation Agreement.
Juan is an economist who graduated from the University of Buenos Aires and holds a Master’s degree in Green Economy from the University of Lleida.
He brings over 15 years of experience in financial and economic analysis, regulatory affairs, and consulting for industrial development, sustainability, and energy transition. In Argentina’s RenovAr Programme, he served as Advisor to the Secretary of Industry, spearheading the implementation of local content policy.
“I’m inspired to be part of a highly talented team dedicated to promoting efficient contributions to the energy transition in the developing world.”
Based in Valencia, Spain.
Liliana manages calendars, handles communications, coordinates meetings, makes travel arrangements, prepares documents, and provides administrative support.
Liliana holds a Bachelor's in Law from Universidad de Mendoza, a Postgraduate in Notarial Law from Universidad Notarial Argentina, and a Master's in Immigration and Migration Studies from UNED. She has taught as a Professor of Legal and Social Sciences at UCA and holds a degree in Elementary Education from UNC. She has completed courses in Social Media Management, Website Creation, Office Tools, Gender Equality in Labor Recruitment, and Prompt Evaluation. Through various language institutions, Liliana is proficient in English, French, Portuguese, and Italian.
In addition to extensive experience in legal matters and notarial law, she has served as Executive Secretary at the Colegio Notarial de Mendoza, Argentina. In this role, she was responsible for group management and organising and executing professional travel arrangements for the institution's members.
“I love working at RELP because I feel part of a great team working together to create a better world.”
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
As a semi-senior research analyst, Juan Francisco's main responsibilities are creating and maintaining energy and macroeconomic databases, researching external reports, and developing and updating profiles on RELP's target countries.
Juan Francisco has a bachelor's and an MSc in Economics from the University of San Andrés, Argentina.
He was a research and teaching assistant at the University of San Andrés, Argentina.
I’m inspired by being part of the green solution to the electricity challenges that emerging economies face!
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina.
As a senior data scientist, Iván is responsible for developing and implementing mathematical models.
Iván is completing a Bachelor's degree in Mathematics at the University of Buenos Aires (UBA) in Argentina.
He has taught and worked on projects in Statistics and Operational Research, applying mathematical models and techniques to solve real-world problems.
“I’m inspired by the opportunity to apply my mathematical expertise to real-world challenges, driving sustainable energy solutions in emerging countries.”
Based in Junín, Argentina
Juan leads software development at RELP, focusing on architecture, team collaboration, and innovation to deliver secure, scalable, high-quality solutions aligned with strategic objectives.
Juan studied Computer Science and is currently working on his final thesis.
He is an expert in software development, team leadership, and secure, scalable cloud architectures. Proficient in Python, Rust, and modern frameworks, he mentors teams and shares his knowledge at events like PyCon Argentina and Nerdearla 2024. He specialises in software security and leverages platforms like AWS, Azure, and GCP to optimise performance and reliability.
"What truly inspires me about my work at RELP is the opportunity to collaborate with a talented and driven team to solve real-world challenges using technology. Our commitment to innovation and creating meaningful impact, particularly in renewable energy, motivates me daily."
Based in Turin, Italy
As NLP and computational algorithm developer, Federico is responsible for data cleaning, data science, and implementation of LLM tools.
He has a degree in Physics from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina.
He was a Lagrange Fellowship winner at ISI Foundation, Torino, Italy (data science for social good, ML scientist) twice.
“What inspires me about working in RELP is using my expertise to make a positive impact on the world.”
Based in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Her key responsibilities involve designing and implementing an ESG framework for the iTrust Fund, monitoring ESG performance, and leading capacity-building initiatives to promote impact and ESG standards across stakeholders.
Habone holds a Master of Science in Finance (MBA Equivalent) from the London Business School, a Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Economics from the University of Sussex, Brighton and a Master of Science in International Economics from the University of Grenoble, Alpes, France.
With over 13 years of experience in sustainable development, renewable energy, and climate finance, Habone has led high-impact projects and provided strategic support to governments, international organisations, and private sector stakeholders. Her work has focused on integrating sustainability into investment strategies, advancing climate finance solutions, and supporting the global transition to a net-zero economy. She has a strong background in renewable energy project facilitation, capacity building, and developing partnership frameworks aligned with sustainability goals.
"What inspires me about my work at RELP is the company's impact-driven culture and values, along with its innovative approach to developing new solutions and risk mitigation products."
Based in La Plata, Argentina
As a junior tester QA, Jeanny develops and executes test cases, identifies and tracks bugs using tools like JIRA, and performs functional, regression, and performance testing to ensure software quality and stability. She also delivers detailed reports to stakeholders while ensuring compliance with project standards and industry best practices.
Jeanny has completed various certifications and courses in software testing and QA, including Agile Testing, Programming Foundations, and Software Testing Tools on LinkedIn. She also holds the Scrum Fundamentals Certified (SFC) credential from SCRUMstudy and has studied QA effort estimation, requirements engineering, and SQL Server basics at Academia QA. Additionally, she gained knowledge of web development fundamentals through EducacionIT.
She has experience in QA test Validation of functionalities, writing test cases, and reporting critical issues.
"I am inspired by the opportunity to ensure the quality of technological solutions that promote a more sustainable future, working alongside professionals passionate about innovation and positively impacting the environment."
Based in Argentina
As an AI Expert, Sebastián specialised in natural language processing (NLP), large language models (LLMs), and agent-based AI to design and implement cutting-edge embedded AI solutions. This included researching and fine-tuning LLMs for domain-specific applications, intelligent agents capable of autonomous decision-making, and seamlessly integrating these technologies into the AREA platform components.
Sebastián has a PhD in Physics from the University of Buenos Aires, Argentina.
He was a Lagrange Fellowship winner at ISI Foundation, Torino, Italy (data science for social good, ML scientist) twice.
"I’m inspired by using my expertise to positively impact the world."
Based in Buenos Aires, Argentina
Juan’s key responsibilities at RELP are Quantitative Analysis & Modelling and Data Acquisition & Validation.
He is an Industrial Engineer with 15+ years of experience in the Energy Sector, both Conventional and Renewable (Private and Public).
“What inspires me working here is providing key information to help translate RELP´s efforts into real impacts on the countries we work with.”
Based in Bergen, Norway
Agustín is an HR Intern. This is his first professional experience.
He is studying Multimedia Engineering.
"What inspires me the most about working at RELP is the mission that backs up all the organisation's decision-making, seeks to boost sustainable energy and mitigate climate change."
Based in Brasilia, Brazil
As a Fundraising Associate, Christina supports RELP’s efforts to secure financial resources.
She has a BA from the American University of Beirut.
Her main experience is in International Relations and Philanthropy.
"What motivates me about RELP is its pioneering work for a just, feasible, and savvy energy transition in the global south."
Based in Mar del Plata, Argentina.
As Sr. Research Associate, Gonzalo co-leads RELP's Research and iTrust teams to keep up-to-date target countries' profiles, develop the world's energy market news, and work on specific projects such as training programs or global bankability score models.
He has a BA in Economics from the University of Mar del Plata (UNMDP), Argentina and an MA in Economics from the CEMA’s University (UCEMA), Argentina.
Gonzalo has experience in International Arbitration (Compass Lexecon); Research Fellow (CONICET, INTA, UCEMA, UNMDP); and also was University Professor (UCEMA, UADE, UCAECE, UNMDP).
"The feeling of being part of a real-world impact on the development of emerging economies in a sustainable way."
Based in Barcelona, Spain
As HR Manager, Analia focuses on enabling the entire life cycle of contributors according to the organisation and leaders' needs with a strong focus on our people.
Analia has a Communication degree and a Human Resources diploma from UBA, Argentina.
"RELP is my best combination of focusing on people's needs, helping to accelerate the transition to RE. This makes me double the difference at the end of the day."
Based in Valencia, Spain
As a semi-senior market data analyst, Nicolás helps conduct data searches and statistical analysis for Emerging Markets and Developing Economies. This includes economic and financial modelling of energy projects, evaluating RE and energy storage projects, auctions, and procurement mechanisms, assessing new data sources, updating internal databases, and improving data collection and structure.
He is pursuing a Master's in Energy Technology. He also holds an Energy Engineering degree and has specialised training in renewable energy, energy efficiency, electric mobility, and energy project design.
He has experience in energy markets and project analysis, including financial modelling, business development, due diligence, market reporting, and energy forecasting across roles at YPF Luz, MSU Energy, Energy Consulting Services, and the National Atomic Energy Commission (CNEA, Argentina).
“The work in RELP can contribute to countries and people, improve their quality of life, and reduce emissions and contamination of the world.”
Based in Bridgetown, Barbados
Jamalia is RELP's main liaison with agencies and stakeholders, supporting strategic decisions and enhancing its regional reputation. She assists in Barbados' BESS procurement process, conducts market research, and reviews key project documents like EOIs, RFPs, and PPAs.
Chemical and Process Engineering from the University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago; a Master of Science in Renewable Energy: Technology and Sustainability from the University of Reading, United Kingdom; a Project Management Professional Certification from the Project Management Institute and has an Energy Manager Certification from the Association of Energy Engineers.
Jamalia specializes in project management, renewable energy systems, and stakeholder engagement, with a focus on solar PV, battery storage, and energy policy. As a Project Manager, she led 12MW of solar PV installations and advanced STEM education for renewable energy integration. Her work includes research on solar adoption barriers in Barbados and strategies for sector growth, supported by strong data analysis and collaboration to align initiatives with regional sustainability goals.
"What excites me most about being part of RELP is the opportunity to drive impactful renewable energy initiatives, foster meaningful collaborations, and contribute to a sustainable energy future for Barbados and the Caribbean region."
Our Board
Our board of advisors offers us guidance, expertise, and insight on strategic direction for our organization's development.
Michael Liebreich
RELP Founding Member. Speaker, analyst, advisor, investor in the future economy. Host of Cleaning Up, podcast on leadership in an age of climate change. Managing partner, Ecopragma Capital.
Co-founder of RELP; Co-Managing Partner of EcoPragma Partners; CEO of Liebreich Associates; Founder of New Energy Finance (BNEF).
He holds an MBA from Harvard University.
He is an acknowledged thought leader on clean energy, mobility, technology, climate, sustainability, and finance.
He is the founder and senior contributor of Bloomberg New Energy Finance, a member of numerous industry, governmental and multilateral advisory boards, an angel investor, and a former member of the board of Transport for London.
Rachel Kyte
UK Special Representative on Climate. Professor of Practice in Climate Policy, Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford
UK Special Representative on Climate
Professor of Practice, Blavatnik School of Government, University of Oxford
Dean Emerita, The Fletcher School at Tufts.
Senior Independent Director PIDG
Advisor, QCF
Advisor, lecturer, and writer on climate, energy, and finance systems change.
Rachel was the former CEO of Se4All. As Special Representative for the Secretary-General, she is the point person in the United Nations for action toward Sustainable Development Goal 7 on sustainable energy.
Rachel served until December 2015 as World Bank Group Vice President and Special Envoy for Climate Change, leading the Bank Group's efforts to campaign for an ambitious agreement at the 21st Convention of the Parties of the UNFCCC (COP 21).
She was previously the World Bank Vice President for Sustainable Development and the International Finance Corporation Vice President for Business Advisory Services.
Recipient of numerous awards for women's leadership, climate action, and sustainable development, Rachel is a Professor of practice in sustainable development at the Fletcher School of Law, of which she has been the Dean since October 2019, and Diplomacy at Tufts University.
She holds a master's degree in international relations from Fletcher, and a bachelor's degree in history and politics from the University of London.
Rebecca Collyer
Executive Director, Pooled fund for International Energy (PIE) and ReNew2030 at the European Climate Foundation, and Senior Advisor Crux Alliance
Rebecca is the Director of the International Forum for Energy. Working closely with colleagues, NGO partners, academics, and consultants, Rebecca helps to design integrated strategies to tackle rapid, renewables-led energy systems decarbonisation.
Based in The Hague, Rebecca is responsible for international, Europe-wide, and country programmes on energy systems transformation.
She has a strong interest in strategies that will lead to the support of countries and citizens for progressive decarbonisation policies and in creating targeted and measurable grant portfolios.
Since joining the ECF in 2008, Rebecca has helped to lead the ECF’s seminal Energy Union Choices and Roadmap 2050 series of publications and establish the International Forum for Energy. The International Forum for Energy supports world-class civil society, think tanks, and technical assistance experts on the decarbonisation of the power sector. Rebecca is a member of the International Energy Agency advisory panel on the integration of variable renewables (IEA GIVAR) and reviewer of the IEA World Energy Outlook. Rebecca joined the ECF from the British government, where she worked in the Department for Trade and Industry’s Energy Group.
She is an experienced EU policymaker, having served in Peter Mandelson’s cabinet at the European Commission.
Rebecca studied Human Sciences at the University of Oxford and has lived and worked in both the United States and China.
Angelina Galiteva
CEO ARCHES Hydrogen Hub, Founder and Board President at Renewables 100 Policy Institute, Board Member California Independent System Operator
Angelina is the Chairwoman of the California ISO. She's also the Chair of the newly formed Department of Market Monitoring Committee (DMM) and President for NEOptions, Inc., a renewable energy and new technology product design and project development firm.
Her industry experience includes serving as Executive Director of the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power and head of its Green LA, Environmental Affairs and New Product Development Organization.
While at the municipal utility, she was responsible for strategic positioning and the environmental compliance departments.
Her career includes working with the California ISO and Power Exchange on their initial launches and as a New York Power Authority power analyst. Angelina works to advance the deployment of renewable energy and distributed energy technologies worldwide. She also serves as Chairperson of the World Council for Renewable Energy, where she is one of the spokespersons, among other duties.
Angelina graduated from Pace University School of Law with a Juris Doctor degree in 1993 and an LL.M. degree in 1994 in Environmental and Energy Law. She specialised in electric utility strategic policy analysis and decision-making, focusing on pending industry transition and regulation issues.
David Rogers
Adjunct Professor, Stanford University, Doerr School of Sustainability; and former Latham & Watkins Partner and Global Chair of its market-leading Project Development and Finance Group
Dave has decades of experience leading a wide range of project development and financing matters.
He is working on several low-carbon projects, along with partners and institutional funding.
As an Adjunct Professor in Stanford’s School of Earth Energy and Environmental Sciences, he teaches, most recently Spring Quarter 2022, a graduate course at Stanford -- Environment and Resources 260: “Implementing and Financing a Decarbonised Economy.” In five prior years, he taught a full-term course, “Clean Energy Project Development and Finance”, at Stanford Graduate School of Business and Stanford Law School.
He also teaches an annual compressed course at Oxford’s Saïd Business School on International Infrastructure Development and Finance. Previously, Dave practised law for 30 years with Latham & Watkins LLP, where he was one of the firm’s leading partners. Dave served as global chair of the firm’s top-ranked project finance practice for many years. He also served as global chair of its finance practice (project finance, leveraged finance, banking, real estate, municipal finance, and structured finance).
He served on the firm’s five-person executive committee, which has full authority to manage the firm, having been elected by the firm’s partners for the maximum terms allowed.
Dave advised lenders, private equity firms, developers, utilities, and others in financing, acquisitions, and project development matters. He led early renewables projects, including developing the first utility-owned wind energy project in the U.S.
Dave also is a long-standing member of the Advisory Council to the Caltech Division of Geological and Planetary Sciences. Dave earned a BA in Economics with honours and distinction from Stanford in 1980 and a JD from Stanford Law School in 1983.
Daniel Magallón
CEO of the Basel Agency for Sustainable Energy (BASE)
Daniel is the CEO of the Basel Agency for Sustainable Energy (BASE), a Swiss-based organization dedicated to scaling up investments and finance in climate change solutions. His work focuses on developing market-based business models and financial mechanisms. Daniel is a sustainable energy technology, financial, and market specialist with many years of experience implementing projects in Europe, Asia, Latin America, and Africa for private and public organizations. Some of the projects and business models that Daniel has been working on include the “Energy Savings Insurance” model currently in implementation in Latin America, Asia, and Europe; the “Financing RE through remittances project”; and the “Cooling as a Service” model, which was recognized by the Global Innovation Lab in 2019. Furthermore, Daniel has been developing innovative financing strategies for electric buses, minigrids, LED street lighting, CHP, energy efficiency, PV, wind, cogeneration, and geothermal, among others. Daniel holds an MSc. in Renewable Energy (Spain, Germany), with a specialization in hybrid systems and mini-grids, an MBA with a specialization in finance, and a BSc. in Civil Engineering.
Charles Bai
President of Jinko Power International
Charles has been the President of Jinko Power International since 2015. He’s also responsible for Jinko Group’s global solar IPP business. He spear-headed and built Jinko’s international solar IPP asset portfolio, which has positioned Jinko as a highly competitive and recognised brand in the industry. Having been in the solar industry for over 14 years, Charles, as an industry veteran, has taken important roles in global solar companies.
Before working at Jinko, he was the founding CFO of ReneSola, a NYSE-listed solar company, and later was Senior Vice President in charge of global solar IPP business at Canadian Solar.
Before his corporate life, Charles was an energy banker at several global investment banks. He has raised over US$4 bn of equity via capital markets, transacted M& over US$500 mn, and raised over US$6 bn of non-recourse project finance debt in multiple jurisdictions.
Felix Zhang
Group Executive Director of Envision Energy and Venture Partner
Felix is the Group Executive Director of Envision Energy, a world leader in the renewable energy and technology spaces.
Felix is also a Partner in the Silicon Valley-based evergreen venture fund Envision Ventures.
Currently, Felix runs Envision Energy’s international business and oversees strategy, business growth, new initiatives, finance, and other key functions in all international markets.
Previously, Felix had operations experience, working in investment banking at Morgan Stanley, capital markets at CIBC, and investing as a partner at a global multi-strategy investment company.