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Constituted as a Non-Profit Entity with NIT 901057447-2 and with its main address in the city of Bogotá D.C. (Colombia) hereby informs: That in compliance with the Statutory Law 1581 of 2012 by which the General Regime of Data Protection in Colombia and the Regulatory Decree 1377 of 2013 is established, as well as the best practices at international level in this matter, it is responsible for the treatment (collection, storage, use, circulation or suppression) of personal data in the development of its mission object focused on promoting Colombian exports, foreign direct investment, international tourism and the country brand.

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  1. To develop activities proper to the trust.
  2. To make commercial contacts with companies located in Colombia.
  3. To provide information on tourism promotions.
  4. Send invitations to events organized by Transforma.
  5. To attend requests made by the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Tourism of Colombia or any other authority.
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Política de Tratamiento de Datos Personales

Transforma

en cumplimiento de la Ley Estatutaria 1581 de 2012 por la cual se establece el Régimen General de Protección de Datos en Colombia, así como de las mejores prácticas a nivel internacional en esta materia, es responsable del tratamiento de sus datos personales.

1). Derechos como titular de la información:

  1. Conocer, actualizar, rectificar, suprimir y revocar los datos personales. Este derecho se podrá ejercer, entre otros, frente a datos parciales, inexactos, incompletos, fraccionados, que induzcan a error, o aquellos cuyo Tratamiento esté expresamente prohibido o no haya sido autorizado.
  2. Solicitar prueba de la autorización de Tratamiento otorgada.
  3. Ser informado respecto del uso que Transforma le ha dado a los datos personales.
  4. Presentar ante los organismos de control correspondientes, quejas por infracciones a lo dispuesto en la normativa vigente y las demás normas que la modifiquen, adicionen o complementen.
  5. Acceder en forma gratuita a los datos personales que hayan sido objeto de Tratamiento.

2). Datos Transforma:

  1. Dirección: Calle 72 #6 -30 Oficina 402, Bogotá D.C. – Colombia
  2. Correo electrónico: [email protected]
  3. Sitio web: www.transforma.global

3). Canales a través de los cuales puede ejercer derechos:
El Titular podrá utilizar el sistema de correspondencia de Transforma, mediante correo electrónico a la dirección: [email protected]

4) Área responsable de atención de quejas, reclamos, felicitaciones y sugerencias:
El seguimiento y control de la atención de estos casos, es responsabilidad de la Directora Ejecutiva de Transforma mediante los canales indicados en el numeral 3) de este comunicado.

5) . Procedimientos para conocimiento, actualización, supresión, revocación y rectificación:
El titular podrá solicitar a través de los canales de contacto nombrados anteriormente, la actualización, supresión, revocación y rectificación de la información y/o efectuar consultas o reclamos relacionados con su información.Transforma validará la identificación, analizará, clasificará y emitirá la respuesta a la solicitud en los tiempos establecidos en la ley, y será enviada a través del medio por el cual se recibe la solicitud o por el medio que el titular especifique en su comunicación. La supresión de datos personales y/o revocación de autorización para tratamiento de la información no procederá cuando el titular tenga un deber legal o contractual de permanecer en las bases de datos de Transforma.

Dichos requerimientos serán tramitados siempre y cuando cumplan con los siguientes requisitos:

  1. La solicitud deberá ser dirigida a Transforma,
  2. Deberá contar con la identificación del titular, su causahabiente, representante o mandatario,
  3. Habrá de contener la descripción de los hechos que dan lugar a su petición,
  4. Datos de contacto para notificación de la respuesta,
  5. Documentos y hechos soporte de su petición.

En caso de que el requerimiento resulte incompleto en cuanto a sus requisitos, el solicitante será requerido para que dentro de los cinco (5) días siguientes a la recepción del requerimiento subsane sus omisiones. Transcurridos dos (2) meses desde la fecha en que el solicitante fue requerido para subsanar su petición sin obtener la información requerida, se entenderá que ha desistido del reclamo.

El término máximo para atender la solicitud será de quince (15) días hábiles contados a partir del día siguiente a la fecha de su recibo.

Si no fuere posible responder algún requerimiento en razón de su complejidad, se informará al solicitante el motivo por el cual no es posible responder dentro del término fijado por la normativa vigente. Cuando se notifique sobre la imposibilidad de responder en el término inicialmente señalado, deberá informársele al solicitante la fecha en la que se responderá el requerimiento, la cual en ningún caso podrá superar los ocho (8) días hábiles siguientes al vencimiento del primer término.

6). Políticas de Transforma frente al Tratamiento de datos personales:

  1. Cumplir con el tratamiento de los datos personales de los titulares dentro de los parámetros establecidos por la Constitución y la normativa vigente.
  2. Obtener de acuerdo a lo estipulado en la normativa vigente la autorización expresa de los titulares en medios físicos, electrónicos y/o telefónicos que permita su posterior consulta a fin de constatar de forma inequívoca que sin el consentimiento del titular los datos nunca hubieran sido capturados y almacenados en medios electrónicos o físicos. Así mismo se podrá obtener por medio de conductas claras e inequívocas del Titular que permitan concluir de una manera razonable que este otorgó su consentimiento para el manejo de sus datos personales.
  3. Propender por la confidencialidad, integridad y disponibilidad de los datos personales por parte del responsable y los encargados.
  4. Los datos personales solo serán tratados por aquellos colaboradores que lo requieran en función de las actividades propias de su cargo o por los Responsables o Encargados; a estos últimos se les suministrará la información requerida para el cumplimiento de las obligaciones contractuales.
  5. Los colaboradores deberán garantizar la reserva de la información durante el periodo de vinculación con Transforma o la vigencia del contrato, cuando aplique, y con posterioridad a la terminación del mismo o desvinculación.
  6. Realizar el tratamiento de los datos personales acorde con los fines autorizados por los titulares.
  7. No divulgar datos personales en Internet u otro medio masivo de comunicación, a menos que se trate de información pública o información requerida por la normativa vigente.
  8. La información de datos personales de los titulares será custodiada de acuerdo con las políticas de seguridad de la información y de retención de la organización.
  9. Adoptar las demás medidas necesarias para que la información se mantenga actualizada.
  10. Corregir la información cuando sea incorrecta y comunicar lo pertinente a cualquier tercero autorizado.
  11. Tramitar las consultas y reclamos formulados por los Titulares en los términos señalados en la normativa vigente.
  12. A solicitud del titular y cuando no tenga ningún deber legal o contractual de permanecer en las bases de datos, la información del titular deberá ser eliminada.
  13. Conservar la información bajo las condiciones de seguridad necesarias para impedir su adulteración, pérdida, consulta, uso o acceso no autorizado o fraudulento.
  14. Transforma aplicará las medidas de seguridad idóneas para el tratamiento de información clasificada como sensible en la cual se contempla entre otras, los datos personales de los hijos (niños, niñas y adolescentes) de los colaboradores.
  15. Propender por el fortalecimiento de una cultura corporativa que abogue y salvaguarde los derechos de los titulares mediante jornadas de capacitación.
  16. Garantizar al Titular, en todo tiempo, el pleno y efectivo ejercicio del derecho de hábeas data.
  17. Informar debidamente al Titular sobre la finalidad de la recolección y los derechos que le asisten por virtud de la autorización otorgada.
  18. Garantizar que la información que se suministre a cualquier tercero autorizado, dentro de los parámetros establecidos en la normativa vigente, sea veraz, completa, exacta, actualizada, comprobable y comprensible.
  19. Transforma podrá intercambiar información de datos personales con entidades públicas cuando la soliciten en ejercicio de sus funciones, para temas relacionados con planes, programas y proyectos en desarrollo de la política pública.
  20. Las políticas establecidas podrán ser modificadas en cualquier momento. Las modificaciones darán cumplimiento a la normatividad legal vigente, así como de las mejores prácticas a nivel internacional en esta materia, y entrarán en vigencia a partir de su publicación en los medios dispuestos para que sean de conocimiento de los titulares.
  21. La transferencia de información de datos personales a países que no proporcionen niveles adecuados de protección de datos se realizará bajo las condiciones establecidas en la normativa vigente.
  22. Desarrollar las actividades requeridas para dar cumplimiento a las obligaciones relacionadas con el Registro de las Base de Datos, cuando aplique.

David Alejandro Ardila Ramírez

Senior Energy Associate

Economist with experience in complex projects, advising subnational actors in Colombia on Green Growth, data management, project structuring, and financial planning. Skilled in fostering partnerships with private sector and academia and aligning local initiatives with national policies for sustainable impact.

Diana Marcela Mendoza Ospina

Energy Associate

Political scientist with a master's degree in public policy. She has twelve years of experience working with ethnic communities and rural populations on issues related to social dialogue, governance, climate change, human rights, and gender. She has knowledge and experience in the development and implementation of qualitative methodologies for collective construction, as well as in the formulation of environmental planning management tools, environmental projects, gender, and land-related issues.

Laura Caviedes

Junior Associate in Partnerships and Development

Political scientist with experience in climate justice and purpose-driven alliance building. She is passionate about imagining possible futures and connecting ideas with people. She is interested in working on environmental issues because she believes that changing the world starts with teaming up with those who also want to care for it.

Daniela González

Junior Energy Associate

Environmental Engineer with a Master’s in Energy and Sustainability, experienced in the management of geographic information systems and their application to environmental components. Interested in working on energy transition and climate change issues to contribute to the development of solutions that promote progress while respecting natural resources.

Juliana Prieto Perilla

Director of Operations

Master's in Regeneration and Sustainable Development, with solid experience in operational excellence and in the implementation of strategies, processes, and organizational policies in Latin America. Her purpose is to contribute collectively to the strengthening of organizations that promote a more just, sustainable, and respectful world for all forms of life that inhabit it.

Angie Lorena Poloche

Accounting and Administrative Assistant

Environmental Engineer with a Master’s in Energy and Sustainability, experienced in the management of geographic information systems and their application to environmental components. Interested in working on energy transition and climate change issues to contribute to the development of solutions that promote progress while respecting natural resources.

Angie Lorena Arismendy

Human Resources Associate

Psychologist with specializations in Human Talent Management and Labor Law & Social Security, with experience in both the private sector and International Cooperation. She is inspired by working for people and the planet, convinced that human talent is the driving force behind the sustainable change our world needs.

Johanna García Campos

Gestora senior de área en Diplomacia energética

Administradora de empresas y especialista en proyectos. Con amplia trayectoria en cooperación internacional, gestión financiera y entornos digitales. Apasionada por articular la eficiencia operativa con el desarrollo sostenible, profundamente inspirada en la protección animal, la biodiversidad y la riqueza étnica de Colombia.

Óscar Hernán Hoyos

Energy Diplomacy Associate

Administrator, specialist in Corporate Finance, and candidate for a Master’s degree in Financial Management. Experienced in international cooperation, manufacturing, and startups, with a focus on sustainable finance, financial models for renewable energy, and strategic financial analysis. Passionate about tennis, he believes innovative financing is key to the sustainable transition.

Sally Trujillo

Energy Associate

Comunicadora Social y Periodista y Especialista en Planificación y Gestión del Desarrollo Social, con más de 12 años de experiencia laboral en consultoría, interventoría y asesoría en gestión social y relaciones comunitarias de proyectos del sector energético.

Camilo Andrés Durán Acevedo

Strategy Associate

Lawyer with a Master’s degree in Interdisciplinary Studies on Development. He has experience in research, consulting, and teaching on issues related to governance and development, human rights, climate justice, and environmental justice. He is passionate about ecological economics and political ecology, fields from which he is convinced it is possible to find answers for coexisting in harmony.

Andrés Ricardo Morales Duque

Senior MEL Associate

Biologist with experience in the formulation and implementation of projects, plans, policies, and climate change adaptation programs, climate risks management, and biodiversity conservation. He is passionate about the magic of the Pacific and he works to add efforts and collectively face the environmental deterioration that humans have generated.

Santiago Rojo Osorio

Junior Energy Associate

Engineer and master's candidate in Sustainable Energy Systems. Has experience in energy projects and data analysis related to the energy transition. Passionate about sustainability and renewable energy.

Fabio Andrés Salgado Torres

Energy Associate

Administrador y gestor ambiental, especialista en gestión energética y ambiental, candidato a magíster en gerencia integral de proyectos. Tiene experiencia en temas de cambio climático y calidad del aire. Le interesa impulsar acciones integrales que fortalezcan las capacidades institucionales y promuevan el desarrollo sostenible; apasionado por innovar y articular acciones entre diferentes actores.

Paula Jimena Barragan

Junior Executive Direction Associate

Environmental engineer. She has experience in project management, execution of socio-environmental programs, and production of cartographic materials. She is passionate about working for the environment, and promoting sustainable solutions that, in turn, drive growth and enhance the quality of life for communities in Colombia.

Daniel Carrillo

Energy Diplomacy Associate

Chemical Process Engineer with a master’s degree in renewable energy and energy projects. Dedicated to promoting sustainable development through innovative clean and renewable energy technologies.

Diana Carolina Barba

Energy Diplomacy Coordinator

Chemical engineer with 15 years of experience in climate change mitigation. She has worked at the Ministry of Environment and Sustainable Development, GIZ, and as an advisor for AILAC, supporting mitigation policies, NDCs, carbon markets, and climate transparency.

Camilo Ramírez Valladares

Climate Finance Associate

Ingeniero ambiental de la Universidad Católica de Manizales y magíster en Desarrollo Sustentable de la UPAEP México. Con más de 10 años de experiencia en sostenibilidad, cambio climático, agua y riesgos, tanto en el sector público como privado, y con experiencia paralela en docencia y consultoría. Cuenta con la sólida convicción de aportar sus habilidades y conocimientos para construir una sociedad más equilibrada con el Planeta.

Pamela Escobar Vargas

Junior Climate Diplomacy Associate

Professional in International Relations. She holds a degree in International Relations from UNAM and has experience in negotiations on climate change, environmental law and human rights. She has been a youth diplomat for Mexico at the UN General Assembly, a representative of Latin America for C40 Cities, and a delegate in various international forums. She’s passionate about fighting for climate justice.

Maritza Florián Buitrago

Climate Diplomacy Associate

Biologist with a Master’s in Human Ecology and over fifteen years of experience in biodiversity, climate change, and environmental policy across Latin America. She has worked on climate and biodiversity strategy in international negotiations and the public sector, with a focus on nature, equity, and environmental justice. She believes in the power of collective action to imagine and shape fairer and more sustainable presents and futures. Nature is, for her, a deep source of meaning, belonging, and future.

Laura Juliana Arciniegas

Climate Diplomacy Associate

Environmental diplomat. Negotiator of global and regional agreements on climate change, biodiversity, deforestation, protection of the ozone layer, and elimination of mercury. Professional in International Relations and specialist in Environmental Law from Universidad Externado de Colombia. Master's in Strategic Communication from Columbia University in New York.

Marilyn Cristancho

Communications Associate

Marketing professional with experience in Organizational Communication, Corporate Relations, and Sustainability. She has led high-impact strategies in the financial sector, integrating endomarketing and stakeholder engagement to strengthen corporate reputation. Passionate about creating purposeful and memorable experiences, she sees marketing as a driver of transformation to connect brands with causes, raise environmental awareness, and move toward a more sustainable business model in the face of climate change.

Yessica Prieto Ramos

Energy Diplomacy Associate

Political scientist with a master’s degree in Governance of Risk and Natural Resources. She has led international cooperation projects focused on analysis, transparency, and accountability in the extractive sector. Her interests include gender and diversity issues in the energy sector. She is passionate about sports and outdoor activities.

Lorena Rodríguez Romero

Climate Finance Administrative Associate

Public accountant and specialist in international financial management. Has a professional background that combines accounting experience with administrative management. She is interested in working on environmental issues because she is familiar with rural contexts and wants to contribute to the transformation of her environment.

Daniela Díaz

Asociada junior en comunicaciones

Journalist and anthropologist. She has experience in the creation and implementation of digital communication and marketing strategies for agencies and social organizations. She is passionate about journalism and communications with a focus on human rights. She is interested in working on environmental issues due to their impact on social justice and peacebuilding.

Sebastián Mejía Aparicio

Junior Climate Finance Associate

Economist. Captivated by public policies and tools to face deforestation, advance in green finance and fair energy transition. With experience in consulting for the health industry, including economic evaluations, research, data analysis, and collaborative work. Motivated by environmental and social impact.

Silvy Alejandra Ramos Castro

Junior Climate Finance Associate

Economist with a Master's degree in Regional Development and Territorial Planning. Experienced in environmental economic assessment and sustainable development. Passionate about research and environmental education. Interested in working on environmental issues to actively contribute to transforming the relationship between humans and nature, promoting solutions that balance growth with environmental conservation.

Agustin Carrizosa Bradshaw

Climate Finance Associate and Area Manager

Policy specialist with over fourteen years of experience in social and environmental development. Their career has focused on working with vulnerable and underrepresented communities in the Global South, addressing climate resilience, social equity, and community-driven solutions. They have engaged in high-level climate negotiations at international conferences, advocating for marginalized communities on issues such as Adaptation and Loss & Damage. Their work in multicultural environments has strengthened their ability to navigate diverse perspectives and foster collaboration across different cultures. With expertise in climate finance, international frameworks, and community engagement, they are dedicated to advancing environmental justice and equitable climate solutions.

Estamos orgullosos de apoyar a Transforma y su labor en favor de una transición energética justa para Colombia y la región de América Latina y el Caribe. Como filántropos de riesgo, hemos respaldado su trabajo desde sus primeras etapas, y hoy son una estrella en nuestro portafolio. Han pasado de ser un pequeño equipo con una idea audaz a convertirse en una organización líder, dinámica y de alto impacto, que no solo trabaja en temas de transición energética en Colombia, sino en toda la región y en el ámbito global.

Joanna Messing

GCF CEO

Transforma has been a key partner over the last few years as the multilateral system navigated the challenging and frustrating new collective goal for climate finance. The climate finance team have provided thought leadership to the provision and mobilisation of climate finance, where they have also illustrated their diplomacy and skills in political strategy, as well as in the realms of scaling the trillions in finance for climate action across the variety of actors and channels that this entails. The team has strong convening power and it was a pleasure to work with them during 2024 to progress climate justice.

Charlene Watson

ODI

Transforma and its group of professionals have been, in their short lifetime, an agent of change, as their name suggests, transforming minds and serving as an important pivot with their messages of progress and innovation during COP negotiations. In 2024, they partnered with me through the Diplomatic Academy of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Guatemala in a program aimed at creating and strengthening the capacities of Guatemalan professionals from various ministries and other sectors and stakeholders of Guatemalan society prior to COP29. Transforma's support accompanying the on-site negotiation exercise provided a High Level of experiences and knowledge that instilled in students the desire to continue with these important capacity-building processes. Guatemala needs these continuous processes, and it is my greatest wish that we can continue this partnership.

Rita Mishaan Environmental

Ambassador Guatemala

Carolina Dueñas Cavelier

Junior Climate Finance Associate

Sociologist with a master’s degree in Applied Economics. She has experience in data analysis and local development. She is passionate about political action and community-based environmental resource management. Her work aims to put the environment in the center of an equitable and environmentally sustainable model that provides welfare.

Paula Daniela Osorio

Energy Diplomacy Associate

Electrical Engineer and Economist. Master’s student in Applied Economics, with experience in economic and regulatory analysis of energy markets, solar energy projects and research in public policy and environmental economics. She is passionate about the sea and the fight against climate change. She works to advance towards a sustainable and equitable energy transition.

Antonela Busconi

Energy Diplomacy Associate

She holds a degree in international relations and is a Ph. D. candidate in the same field. With experience in climate change, just transition, gender and diversity, she is passionate about human rights and believes that transformative change is closely tied to respect for and harmony with nature.

Carolina Barrios Perdomo

Energy Associate

Environmental Engineer with a Master’s in Hydrocarbon Industry Management and specializations in Natural Resource, Environmental, and Disaster Management, and Occupational Safety. She has 19 years of experience in the energy industry, sustainability, just transition, and community strengthening processes.

Ana María Mogollón Giraldo

Director of Energy Diplomacy

Environmental Engineer with an MSc. degree in Project Management for Environmental and Energy Engineering. She has experience working with private and public stakeholders on issues related to climate change and environmental and energy sustainability strategies. She loves nature and sharing experiences. Throughout her work, she has been looking to convey different interests to achieve the goal of sustainable development.

Frank Alexander Mora Pérez

Financial Associate in Operations

Economist specialized in Corporate Finance with expertise in modeling, financial planning, and analysis. He has worked in private technology firms and economic development entities, overseeing financial sustainability. His focus in economics and finance is dedicated to contributing to the economic, sustainable, and environmental development of society.

Gloria Alexandra Urquijo Puerto

Junior Administrative Associate

Holds a degree in Tourism and Hotel Management, and a graduate degree in Public Relations and Protocol & Etiquette. She has experience in public and private entities. An admirer and keeper of the environment, she is passionate about all fields of human life transformation.

Felipe Arango García

Executive Director

Versatile professional with over 14 years of experience in international relations, climate action, and sustainable development. Throughout his career, he has built and led purposeful teams, delivered hands-on projects in complex sociopolitical regions of Colombia, designed academic curricula and knowledge products, and contributed to the successful incubation and growth of a civil society organization. He has held positions as a senior manager, consultant, lecturer, researcher, U.N. staff member, and public servant for various organizations based in Colombia and internationally.

Laddy Johanna Castro Marulanda

Coordinadora administrativa y financiera en
Operations

Public accountant with experience in budget and financial management of different international cooperation projects. She is passionate about team work towards achieving common objectives and is interested in environmental work because she considers that is a way to contribute to solving different issues.

Laura Isabel Giraldo

Communications Associate

Social communicator. She has experience in climate action and visual communication. She is passionate about cinema and ancestral indigenous wisdom. She is interested in working in environmental issues because she is doing something to protect the most valuable thing: life.

Diego Fernando Zapata

Energy Diplomacy Associate

Economist with a master’s degree in transport management. He has experience in analysing transport externalities, carbon footprint assessment, and just energy transition. He is passionate about public health and critical writing. His interest in environmental issues stems from his bond with nature and the belief that its care is essential to creating better ways of inhabiting the planet.

María Del Pilar Torres

Communications Associate

Social Communicator and Translator. She has experience in publishing projects, journalism, and teaching. She is passionate about working in social organizations and children’s literature. She is interested in working on environmental issues because she is convinced of the relevance that her generation has to impact the planet in a positive way.

Natalia Gómez Gómez

Senior Communications Associate

Social Communicator and Journalist, specialist in organizational communication with a master’s degree in Human Development. She has experience in the creation of communication strategies and content management in non-governmental and educational organizations. She is passionate about audio storytelling production. She is interested in highlighting sustainable solutions to socio-environmental issues that inspire transformations.

Monica Marcela Mejia

Communications Associate and Area Manager

Master’s in Marketing with extensive experience in strategic communication, digital content development, and internal communication campaigns. Committed to purpose-driven communication and continuous learning. Believes in the power of small actions to drive social transformation.

Valentina Guevara Arango

Junior Climate Finance Associate

Environmental engineer. She has experience in environmental education, data analysis, and research. She is passionate about nature, traveling, learning, and environmental initiatives. She is interested in working on environmental issues because she believes that, no matter where we are, we have the ability to create a positive impact and build the future we desire in the present.

Lorena Téllez Farfán

Climate Finance Associate

Holds a bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences with a master’s degree in biology. She has experience in scientific research and environmental consulting. She is passionate about learning about nature to understand and conserve it. She is interested in working on environmental issues because she recognizes the importance of developing sustainable social systems that use and preserve nature.

Mariana Rojas Laserna

Director of Climate Finance

Biologist from the Universidad Javeriana, master’s degree in Environmental Sciences with a minor in environmental policy from Wageningen University. She has worked in the public sector in institutions such as the National Parks Unit, the national Planning Department and the Ministry of the Environment. In the latter, she was director of climate change and risk management.

Maria Paula Rubio Rojas

Climate Finance Associate

Economist from the Universidad del Rosario. She has experience in the public sector on issues of social conflict, royalties, and public policy. She is passionate about long walks and mountains. Because she has a powerful connection with nature, she is interested in working on environmental issues to contribute to its conservation.

Ximena Rojas Squella

Coordinator in Climate Finance

Environmental Engineer, master’s degree in Business Administration and Engineering, combined experience in environmental consulting, strategic diagnosis of the environment, and risks for sustainable growth. She works in climate finance because she wants to harness the unique opportunity that the private sector has to combat the climate crisis.

Angélica María Mateus García

Coordinator of Climate Diplomacy

Civil Engineer with a master’s degree in Environmental Management. She has experience coordinating and managing projects related to infrastructure and rural development. She strongly believes in the systematic vision of sustainability, thus she is interested in contributing from the environmental dimension.

Laura Patricia Torres

Energy Associate

Lawyer, specialist in public management and administrative institutions, with a master’s degree in Public Law for Administrative Management and a master’s degree in Animal Law and Society. Extensive professional experience in the public sector in areas such as public utilities, legal defense of the State, and environmental matters.

Alejandra López Carbajal

Communications Associate and Area Manager

Holds a bachelor’s degree in International Relations from the Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México, a master’s degree in Environment and Development from London School of Economics and Political Science. She has over 15 years of experience working in climate policy in México and Latin America, and internationally in the UN regime.

Johanna Cristina Dueñas

Development and Strategic Partnerships Advisor

Economist with a master’s degree in marketing. In recent years she has worked at the Bogotá Chamber of Commerce with entrepreneurs and as a fundraising consultant at UNICEF. Passionate about reviewing trends and working on social and/or environmental impact projects with disruptive business models, to have a better and more inclusive planet for all beings. In her free time, she loves to run and enjoy time with her family.

Carlos Eduardo Beltrán Gómez

Diplomacy Associate

Political scientist and Master’s student in Public Policy and Development. He has worked as a research assistant and consultant on issues related to extractive industries, armed conflict, and human rights. He is passionate about nature and communities and has volunteered for various social projects. He is interested in working on environmental issues because he believes that it is a way to explore and build new ways of living and inhabiting the Earth.

Alba Milena Ruiz Vargas

Director of Strategy

Environmental Engineer, she holds an MSc in Sustainable Development and is driven by the challenge of translating sustainability discussions into actionable outcomes. Committed to catalyzing change, she dedicates herself to fostering powerful conversations that embrace diverse voices and perspectives, contributing to the vision of a just and equitable future. She has strong experience in climate change adaptation, particularly in the Latin American context.

Santiago Rodas Guerrero

Energy Associate

Human Resources Administrator. He has experience in educational and business sectors, management processes, transfer and dissemination of knowledge, learning, and organizational communication. He is passionate about sharing with his partner and traveling; he is interested in working on environmental issues because of the challenge of being able to contribute to transforming the culture around the care of our home, the plane Earth.

Christian Gutiérrez Infante

Junior Energy Associate

Environmental engineer. Specialist in climate change projects and candidate for a Master’s in Mitigation and Adaptation to Climate Change at Sergio Arboleda University. He has experience in the public sector managing projects and programs related to greenhouse gas management and environmental management of water resources. He is interested in working towards a just energy transition, with a focus on sustainable mobility and renewable energies, promoting solutions for the climate crisis.

Diana Paola Saavedra

Energy Associate

Economist. Master’s degree in environmental management and a specialization in government and public affairs. She is skilled in descriptive and diagnostic analytics, has experience in formulating socio-environmental projects and corporate climate change strategies. Her passion for reconnecting with nature and her desire to make a tangible difference drive her interest in environmental work.

Carolina Martínez Sánchez

Coordinator in Energy

Ecologist with a master’s degree in Social Responsibility and Sustainability, with twelve years of experience in the formulation and implementation of public policies, environmental projects, and strategic planning. She is passionate about sustainable fashion, interested in working on environmental issues; and interested in contributing my knowledge to raise awareness for the construction of an increasingly sustainable world.

Fabian Andrés Ramírez

Junior Energy Associate

Economist with experience in economic modeling and data analysis. He is passionate about research and bird watching. He is interested in working for social welfare to ensure our coexistence with the larger socio-ecological system we are a part of.

Giovanni Andrés Pabón Restrepo

Director of Energy

Mechanical Engineer from the Universidad de los Andes with a master’s degree in Renewable Energy from the University of Oldenburg in Germany. He has more than 20 years of experience and has been working on climate change and energy policies for 10 years. Giovanni has a beautiful family and loves living in the rural area near Bogotá.

Karem Johanna Castro Peláez

Directora adjunta en Energía

Chemical engineer, M.Sc. Degree in Chemical Engineering and she is currently pursuing a Ph.D. degree in Energy Systems, from the National University of Colombia. With expertise and interest in management, coordination and formulation of engineering projects, clean development mechanism projects, carbon markets, process optimization, energy sector and environmental management.

Verónica Valencia Hernández

Energy Associate

Environmental Engineer, and Master in Systems Engineering. She has experience in system dynamics and building simulation models for analyzing energy and transportation systems. She is passionate about research and teaching, the analysis of complex systems, and the mathematical modeling of energy transition issues.

July Criado Carreño

Senior Energy Associate

Sociologist, Specialist in social responsibility, master in energy politics and energy management Energy and Environmental Policy and Management with more than 10 years of experience in the coordination and design of citizen participation projects, socioeconomic and political context diagnostics, evaluation of social impacts, and management and environmental sustainability plans. She is interested in participating in actions with positive impacts and activities that offer value to communities and territories.

JUAN FELIPE PARRA

Energy Associate

Industrial engineer, M.Sc. degree in system engineering, from the National University of Colombia, where he is currently pursuing a Ph.D. degree in system and informatics engineering. His research interests and expertise include modeling of mining energy and socio-technological systems, quantitative methods, optimization, and use of methodologies to support decision-making.

María Laura Rojas

Lawyer

With a master's degree in Environment and Sustainable Development, María Laura has a strong background in climate change, gender, international negotiations, and diplomacy. She is passionate about dance, scuba diving, animals, and feminist political ecology. Her work reflects the complexity of development and our interdependence. She is a co-founder of Transforma.

Alexa Kleysteuber

Economist

Alexa graduated from the University of North Carolina and holds an MSc in Environmental Policy, Regulation, and Planning from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). She has worked as a senior advisor to Chile’s Ministry of Environment and as Deputy Secretary for Border and Intergovernmental Relations at the California Environmental Protection Agency.

Diana Santamaría Ramírez

Communications Specialist

Graduated from Pontificia Universidad Javeriana, Diana has extensive experience in strategic communications, corporate image, and brand management. She has worked with financial institutions, government agencies, and multilateral organizations. She currently serves as Communications Director at Bancóldex.

Isabel Cavelier Adarve

Writer and Lawyer

A writer, lawyer, and expert in languages and sociocultural studies, Isabel has worked in academia, the public and private sectors, and civil society organizations. Her areas of expertise include human rights, discrimination, gender equality, sustainable development, climate change, climate finance, and ecological transition. She is an explorer, traveler, storyteller, and nature enthusiast. She is also a co-founder of Transforma.

Luis Alberto Camargo

Mechanical Engineer

Luis Alberto studied at Lehigh University and holds a master’s in digital arts from Pratt Institute in New York. He is the founder and director of OpEPA, an organization dedicated to reconnecting people with the Earth to accelerate the transition to sustainable and regenerative cultures.

Andrea Guerrero García

Strategy and International Diplomacy

Andrea studied forestry at the University of Florida and holds a master’s in biology. She served as Director of Climate Change at Colombia’s Ministry of Environment, and later as Director of Economic, Social and Environmental Affairs at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. In 2015, she led Colombia’s technical delegation in the Paris Agreement negotiations. She is currently part of the UN Secretary-General’s climate team. She is a co-founder of Transforma.

Helena García Romero

Economist and Political Scientist

Helena holds degrees in economics and political science from Instituto Tecnológico Autónomo de México, and a master's in public administration and international development from Harvard University. She specializes in environmental and competitiveness policy design and evaluation. She has worked in both the public and private sectors in Mexico and Colombia and is now an independent consultant.

Jimena Nieto Carrasco

Chair of the Board

Es abogada de la Universidad del Rosario, con un Certificado de Estudios Políticos de Science Po (París) y un Máster (LLM) en derecho internacional público del London School of Economics. Hizo parte de las delegaciones de Colombia en negociaciones multilaterales sobre cambio climático, biodiversidad, desechos, mercurio y sustancias químicas. Es profesora de Derecho Internacional Ambiental en los Andes, el Rosario, el Externado, la Tadeo y el Instituto FLACSO (Argentina).

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Estudió filosofía y es maestra en filosofía y políticas públicas (LSE). Cofundadora de C230 Consultores Colombia, firma de diseño y evaluación de políticas públicas. Fue directora ejecutiva de Crea Comunidades de Emprendedores Sociales en México, plataforma que busca incentivar el emprendimiento y fomentar el empleo para las mujeres en zonas vulnerables. Actualmente es asociada de Unbounded Associates en Washington, D.C.