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Sonia Ramos Galdo

Renewable Energy Communities Advisor

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Technical Advisor and International Energy Projects Manager. Industrial Engineer with a Master's in Renewable Energies and 20 years of experience in solar photovoltaics, energy access, minigrids, clean cooking and energy efficiency in Spain and SADC countries. Skilled in project design, installation, and management, as well as postgraduate teaching. Passionate about sustainability and developing tools for inclusive, low-carbon energy transitions.

Highest Level of Education

Master's Degree

Current Job/Study field

Government and public administration

Nationality

Spain Flag Spain

Current employer

Pontevedra Provincial Council

Work experience

  • Shire Alliance Project Office Coordinator
    Universidad Politécnica de Madrid - Full-time From May 2022 to October 2024

    The project aims to enhance living conditions in refugee camps and host communities in Dollo Ado, Ethiopia, by boosting local capacity, creating subsistence opportunities, and improving access to basic services through sustainable energy. It will provide energy for community services and public lighting, foster solar-based businesses, and distribute solar home systems. Alliance Shire, founded in 2014, includes Spanish renewable energy firms, AECID, and ITDUPM.

Education

  • Master on Renewable Energies
    Universidad de San Pablo CEU From January 2012 to November 2012

Area of expertise

Balancing (electricity) Engineering Portfolio management

Languages

  • Spanish
  • Galician
  • English
  • Portuguese
  • European Portuguese

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