Over the past several years, the countries of Latin America and the Caribbean have taken action and defined policies to increase energy efficiency in all sectors of the economy. … [Read more...] about Institutions and Financing for Energy Efficiency
Paola Méndez
Con más de 10 años de experiencia en el sector infraestructura, ha apoyado el diseño, implementación y evaluación de operaciones en áreas de energía y vivienda en diversos países de América Latina y el Caribe. Inicialmente como consultora para la División de Energía del BID, apoyó el desarrollo de operaciones y de conocimiento en temas de electrificación rural, energía solar y de eficiencia energética. Actualmente apoya a la División de Agua y Saneamiento (WSA) en el desarrollo de productos de conocimiento en temas de acceso a agua y saneamiento, eficiencia energética y manejo de residuos sólidos en la región. Antes del llegar al BID, trabajó en la Agencia Alemana de Cooperación Internacional (GIZ), en Alemania y Chile, apoyando transversalmente iniciativas bilaterales de cooperación técnica en el sector energético. Ha trabajado, adicionalmente, como consultora independiente para diversas organizaciones del sector público y privado. Es candidata a Doctor en Economía de la Universidad de Dauphine, cuenta con una Maestría en Desarrollo y Economía de la Universidad de Versalles en Francia y con el título de Ingeniera Civil Industrial Eléctrico de la Universidad Federico Santa María de Chile.
How can Energy Efficiency Improve the Lives of Women?
In Latin America and the Caribbean, women often responsible for taking care of the home and raising children. In the region, millions of women stay at home to take care of the housework and children. What does this have to do with energy? A lot. … [Read more...] about How can Energy Efficiency Improve the Lives of Women?
3 Keys to an Irresistible Energy Efficiency Program
Daily, millions of homes in Latin America and the Caribbean lose energy in the process of cooling or heating: in the case of dry climates, as in Mexicali, Mexico, households can consume more than 1,000 kWh / month for electricity in the warmer months due to the excessive use of air conditioning. In Chile, however, estimates indicate that households consume on average 830 kWheq … [Read more...] about 3 Keys to an Irresistible Energy Efficiency Program
From A to G: Tell Me What Letter You Buy and I’ll Tell You How Energy Efficient You Are
Imagine that you go into a store looking for your next refrigerator. This is a major purchase, and you have a limited budget and hopes that the refrigerator will last many years. The seller shows you several models that fit what your needs and have a good price, size and come in the color you are looking for. Do you need to know more? … [Read more...] about From A to G: Tell Me What Letter You Buy and I’ll Tell You How Energy Efficient You Are