I’m a consultant with nearly 20 years of experience supporting countries in Latin America and the Caribbean to transition toward more sustainable and energy-efficient refrigeration and air conditioning (RAC) systems. My work focuses on implementing the Montreal Protocol and Kigali Amendment—helping countries eliminate ozone-depleting substances, reduce HFCs, and adopt low-GWP technologies that are safer for the climate and for people.
Over the years, I’ve collaborated with governments, industries, technical institutes, and multilateral agencies. I help design national strategies, support policy reforms, coordinate technical trainings, and develop tools for traceability, licensing, and end-of-life refrigerant management. From advising on HC refrigerants like R-290 to guiding the development of HFC quota systems or training simulators, my role is to connect technical innovation with practical, local realities.
The “cool skills” I use daily go beyond the technical. Of course, you need a solid understanding of refrigeration technologies, energy efficiency standards, and safety protocols. But you also need the ability to communicate across sectors, listen carefully to different perspectives, and adapt solutions to different cultural and institutional contexts. Every country has its own story, and real impact happens when you work with—not just for—people.
What drives me is the belief that sustainable cooling is not just a technical issue—it’s about inclusion, health, equity, and climate justice. Cooling is essential for food security, public health, and productivity in a warming world, but the solutions must be accessible and adapted to each country’s needs and capacities. That’s why I always aim to place people at the center of every project: their knowledge, their habits, their challenges, and their ideas.
Why does this work matter? Because the cooling sector is both a major challenge and an incredible opportunity. By improving how we cool, we can cut emissions, reduce energy use, and protect the most vulnerable. We can also empower technicians, modernize industries, and build stronger institutions. I feel lucky to work in a space where science, policy, and human connection come together—and where small, smart changes can have a global impact.
