Increasing energy efficiency is an essential element of the low-carbon economy and is crucial for achieving global greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reductions required by the Paris Agreement. In addition to being a highly effective way to reduce such emissions, energy efficiency reduces operational costs for companies and, as a “green investment”, can spark sustainable economic … [Read more...] about A model to helps SMEs worldwide invest in energy efficiency and sustainability
Luis Rodrigo Chaparro
Rodrigo has over 20 years’ experience in international development, sustainable energy and climate change. He works as consultant in the IFD/CMF Division of the IDB, where he manages the development and deployment of Energy Savings Insurance Program in Latin America. He has wide experience with energy sector programs of the U.S. Federal Government, Multilateral Banks, United Nations, Japanese and Danish Agencies. He worked for a private consulting firm in Washington DC, where he led the sustainable energy practice and the capture of two multimillion five-year IDIQ energy contracts with USTDA and USAID. He has had long term assignments in Colombia, Germany, and the U.S. and conducts frequent field work in developing countries. MS in chemical engineering. Fluent in English and Spanish.
Electric mobility will allow Lima to come out of the health crisis better prepared for a climate crisis
Electromobility worldwide has advanced significantly, and it is estimated that by 2025 there will be more than 40 million electric vehicles in operation. In the case of Peru, although incipient, the electromobility market shows great potential. National public policies seek to promote electric mobility as an alternative to mitigate the environmental impacts of urban … [Read more...] about Electric mobility will allow Lima to come out of the health crisis better prepared for a climate crisis