Author Bio
Christian Parra
Christian is part of the Climate Change Team of Advisory Services Division at IDB Invest, which he joined in 2017. He is responsible for coordinating advisory projects in the energy sector. Before joining the IDB Group, he held positions as: National Director of Climate Change Mitigation for the Ecuadorian Ministry of the Environment, Sustainable Energy and Climate Change Coordinator at the Latin American Energy Organization (OLADE), Coordinator of the Low Emission Capacity Building program of the United Nations Development Program (UNDP), researcher at Ecuador’s National Institute of Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency, officer at the Ministry of Energy of Ecuador, as well as independent consultant for the private sector. Christian has a PhD from Valladolid University (Spain), holds a master’s degree in sustainable energy development from the University of Calgary (Canada) and an undergraduate degree as agricultural engineer from The central University of Ecuador.
Posts by Christian Parra
Green Transmission Lines: Key Asset for the Development of Renewables in the Region
You probably haven't heard yet about a great way to ensure the sustainability of the energy sector: green transmission lines. These lines contribute to decarbonize interconnected national grids and feature top notch social practices.
Energy-Efficient Manufacturing in Latin America and the Caribbean: Just Cheaper & Better
Energy efficiency is the most effective mechanism for reducing gas emissions. The manufacturing sector in Latin America and the Caribbean can do its part for the environment while lowering financing costs through international certifications for its energy management systems.