I am a passionate climate change advocate with over 20 years of diverse experience spanning academia, industry, NGOs, and for-profit ventures. Expertise in climate science, climate change mitigation projects, and voluntary carbon markets. Committed to driving real and measurable impact towards a Zero Carbon future.Key Accomplishments:* Director of a Maya Tz'utujil NGO for clean cooking, promoting community-led solutions for sustainable energy access. Handling of the carbon certification process.* Co-Founder of a climate-friendly sanitation solution in Guatemala, pioneering innovative approaches to address climate and health challenges.* Co-Founder of a fossil fuel divestment movement in Switzerland, catalysing financial shifts towards sustainable investments.* Extensive experience in carbon project development and implementation, fostering collaboration across sectors for effective climate action.* Fluent in three languages, facilitating cross-cultural communication and partnership building.Education:* PhD in Geophysics (Paleoclimate reconstructions), ETH Zurich, Switzerland* Master's Degree in Environmental Science, TU Bergakademie Freiberg, GermanyExperience:* 20+ years of experience in the environmental and climate sector, with a track record of driving impactful initiatives across academia, industry, and non-profit sectors.* Extensive teaching experience at universities in Switzerland, Germany, Japan, and Guatemala, fostering the next generation of climate leaders.Career Objective:Dedicated to advocating for inclusive climate policies and bridging the gap between policy-making and implementation, with a focus on including & empowering communities in the Global South. Committed to shaping equitable carbon market policies that support small organisations and foster financial independence for sustainable climate action.