Javier Baranda Alonso
Research Assistant at Center on Global Energy Policy- Claim this Profile
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Rebecca Symington
I cannot recommend working with Javier more highly or more enthousiastically. Javier approaches his work with enthousiasm, positivity and professionalism. He can be relied upon to deliver high quality work that will invariably go beyond the initial assigned scope in depth and breadth. Whether it be policy and data analysis, market research, business and programme budget, design and planning or taking on leadership roles and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, Javier is always resourceful, thorough, efficient, effective and professional. Javier is also a fantastic team member, willing to jump in to support colleagues when necessary, often without being asked. He is a tremendous team player, bringing joy and good cheer to the team.
Rebecca Symington
I cannot recommend working with Javier more highly or more enthousiastically. Javier approaches his work with enthousiasm, positivity and professionalism. He can be relied upon to deliver high quality work that will invariably go beyond the initial assigned scope in depth and breadth. Whether it be policy and data analysis, market research, business and programme budget, design and planning or taking on leadership roles and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, Javier is always resourceful, thorough, efficient, effective and professional. Javier is also a fantastic team member, willing to jump in to support colleagues when necessary, often without being asked. He is a tremendous team player, bringing joy and good cheer to the team.
Rebecca Symington
I cannot recommend working with Javier more highly or more enthousiastically. Javier approaches his work with enthousiasm, positivity and professionalism. He can be relied upon to deliver high quality work that will invariably go beyond the initial assigned scope in depth and breadth. Whether it be policy and data analysis, market research, business and programme budget, design and planning or taking on leadership roles and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, Javier is always resourceful, thorough, efficient, effective and professional. Javier is also a fantastic team member, willing to jump in to support colleagues when necessary, often without being asked. He is a tremendous team player, bringing joy and good cheer to the team.
Rebecca Symington
I cannot recommend working with Javier more highly or more enthousiastically. Javier approaches his work with enthousiasm, positivity and professionalism. He can be relied upon to deliver high quality work that will invariably go beyond the initial assigned scope in depth and breadth. Whether it be policy and data analysis, market research, business and programme budget, design and planning or taking on leadership roles and engaging with a wide range of stakeholders, Javier is always resourceful, thorough, efficient, effective and professional. Javier is also a fantastic team member, willing to jump in to support colleagues when necessary, often without being asked. He is a tremendous team player, bringing joy and good cheer to the team.
Credentials
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Project Management for Development Professionals (Project DPro)
PM4NGOsApr, 2022- Nov, 2024 -
EPSO/CAST/FG III/ Project Management Nr. 4653514
EU Careers by EPSOJun, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
”la Caixa” Foundation Fellows
Fundación ”la Caixa”Jan, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Member
Nova TalentOct, 2020- Nov, 2024 -
Climate-KIC Journey
EIT - European Institute of Innovation and TechnologyAug, 2020- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Center on Global Energy Policy
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United States
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Research
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1 - 100 Employee
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Research Assistant
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Feb 2023 - Present
• Research on the geopolitics of critical mineral supply chains for the energy transition • Analysis of international trade flows on critical minerals and supply chains of key energy technologies • Database management, analysis and visualization in R to inform policy‑oriented publications • Research on the geopolitics of critical mineral supply chains for the energy transition • Analysis of international trade flows on critical minerals and supply chains of key energy technologies • Database management, analysis and visualization in R to inform policy‑oriented publications
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The World Bank
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United States
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International Trade and Development
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700 & Above Employee
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Intern - Energy Data and Analytics (ESMAP)
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May 2023 - Aug 2023
• Research on the impact of energy access for productive uses on agricultural productivity • Conduct econometric analysis using agricultural and energy demand assessments survey microdata • Develop a toolkit for data collection for agricultural energy demand assessments • Research on the impact of energy access for productive uses on agricultural productivity • Conduct econometric analysis using agricultural and energy demand assessments survey microdata • Develop a toolkit for data collection for agricultural energy demand assessments
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IDB Lab
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United States
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International Trade and Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Graduate Consultant
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Nov 2022 - May 2023
• Review of existing knowledge on results-based and social impact bonds projects, with a particular focus on Colombia, and development of a financial mechanism roadmap aimed at scaling government results-based interventions in the LAC region • The capstone in sustainable development is part of the curriculum of SIPA MPA, in which students work on projects for policy and development institutions. • Review of existing knowledge on results-based and social impact bonds projects, with a particular focus on Colombia, and development of a financial mechanism roadmap aimed at scaling government results-based interventions in the LAC region • The capstone in sustainable development is part of the curriculum of SIPA MPA, in which students work on projects for policy and development institutions.
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Energy 4 Impact
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United Kingdom
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Energy Access Analyst
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Mar 2021 - Jun 2022
• Programme Manager of Crowd Power, a pioneer £1.2m FCDO‑funded programme supporting the development of the energy access crowdfunding sector and producing market-leading research. Led the design of a 3-year £2m scale-up phase to support energy access SMEs to access crowdfunding. • Provided engineering, business and financial advisory services to early and later-stage SME companies delivering energy services in Africa. • Coordinated research and knowledge management activities for SME clients and donors in the field of energy access and productive use of electricity in Sub-Saharan Africa. • Led the design of data collection tools and data analysis of a World Bank-funded project assessing the drivers of low electricity demand among grid-connected households in Kenya. • Support business development work, with a focus on energy access in humanitarian contexts. Show less
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European Commission
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Belgium
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Trainee - Sustainable Energy and Climate Change, DG INTPA (DEVCO)
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Oct 2020 - Feb 2021
• Contributed to the formulation and development of policy and strategy orientations by European Commission’s DG DEVCO/INTPA in the field of sustainable energy. • Assisted in the management and reporting of ElectriFI, the EU’s flagship impact investment facility to support the sustainable energy private sector in Sub‑Saharan Africa. • Carried out market and policy analysis, drafted policy‑relevant documentation and supported internal and external communication activities. • Supported the evaluation of clean cooking and rural electrification project proposals from partner development institutions. Show less
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Imperial College London
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Research Services
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Assistant in Humanitarian Energy
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Oct 2019 - Jul 2020
• Analysed decentralised renewable systems to reduce fossil-fuel dependence and promote healthcare and livelihoods opportunities in humanitarian settings. • Assessed the economic and environmental impact of solar and hybrid mini-grid systems for humanitarian agencies and refugee businesses and productive users. • Contributed to research outputs relevant to academic and practitioner audiences. • Work within the Physics department and the Grantham Institute for Climate Change and the Environment. • Publications: - Policy Brief: Baranda Alonso, J., Sandwell, P. (2020) Sustainable mini-grid systems in refugee camps: A case study of Rwanda, Grantham Institute, Imperial College London. - Scientific Paper: Baranda Alonso, J. et al (2021) The potential for solar-diesel hybrid mini-grids in refugee camps: A case study of Nyabiheke camp, Rwanda. Show less
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Concern Worldwide
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Ireland
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Direct Dialogue Fundraiser
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Feb 2018 - May 2018
• Face to face fundraiser for First Response Campaign of Concern Worldwide. • Raised funds in order provide support in humanitarian emergencies around the globe. • Face to face fundraiser for First Response Campaign of Concern Worldwide. • Raised funds in order provide support in humanitarian emergencies around the globe.
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WindAid Institute
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Peru
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Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Rural Electrification Engineer
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Feb 2017 - May 2017
• Manufactured, installed and maintained wind energy systems for off-grid electrification. • Analysed design solutions for the improvement of the aerodynamic and overall system efficiency. • Delivered workshops in local communities: sustainability, renewable energy and climate change. • Manufactured, installed and maintained wind energy systems for off-grid electrification. • Analysed design solutions for the improvement of the aerodynamic and overall system efficiency. • Delivered workshops in local communities: sustainability, renewable energy and climate change.
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VIVES University of Applied Sciences
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Belgium
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Research Engineer Intern
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Sep 2016 - Jan 2017
• Researcher at Flemish Aviation Training Centre (VLOC). • Member of the Unmanned Aviation Department as part of the Erasmus+ Exchange program. • Developed Virtual Reality drone simulators for pilot training. Use of Unreal Engine. • Researcher at Flemish Aviation Training Centre (VLOC). • Member of the Unmanned Aviation Department as part of the Erasmus+ Exchange program. • Developed Virtual Reality drone simulators for pilot training. Use of Unreal Engine.
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Education
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2022 - 2024
Columbia | SIPA
Master of Public Administration - MPA, Development Practice -
2023 - 2023
Center on Global Energy Policy
Global Energy Fellow -
2018 - 2019
Imperial College London
Master of Science - MSc, Sustainable Energy Futures -
2013 - 2017
Universidad Politécnica de Madrid
BEng in Aerospace Engineering, Aerospace Vehicles -
2015 - 2017
Universidad Nacional de Educación a Distancia - U.N.E.D.
BSc Modules in Economics (72 ECTS), Economics -
2016 - 2017
VIVES University College
Year abroad - Erasmus Grant, Aeronautical Engineering -
2013 - 2017
Fundación Universitaria G. J. Chaminade
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