Juan Paredes

Juan Paredes serves as a Technical Advisor for renewable energy projects at the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), where he is responsible for providing expert guidance on financing initiatives related to wind and solar energy. His extensive experience includes collaborating with various governments across Latin America to develop policies aimed at integrating unconventional renewable energies into electrical systems, smart grids, and regional electrical integration projects. With a background that includes working with private developers and consultancy firms in Germany, Spain, and the United Kingdom, Juan has a comprehensive understanding of the global renewable energy landscape. He holds degrees in Mechanical Engineering and Physics from the Universidad de Los Andes in Bogotá, Colombia, as well as a Master's in Renewable Energies from the University of Oldenburg in Germany. Additionally, he has pursued specialized courses in Infrastructure at Harvard University, Energy and Climate Change at MIT, and Innovation in Energy at Stanford University. Juan's commitment to advancing renewable energy solutions reflects his passion for fostering sustainable development across the region.