Ricardo Rothstein

Ricardo Rothstein is an experienced professional in the energy sector, currently serving as Gerente de Desenvolvimento de Negócios at Copel since September 2008. Responsibilities include developing new business and managing projects related to gas thermal energy, biomass, biogas, waste-to-energy, hydrogen, and energy services. Previous roles at Copel encompass Superintendente positions coordinating special business structures and hydropower generation, along with assistant managerial roles focused on business strategy and opportunity analysis in energy generation. Ricardo also has significant academic involvement as a Professor of MBA at PUC Digital, specializing in Strategic Planning and Business Plans for energy transition. Additional roles include leadership positions on the board of directors at Solar Paraná GD Participações S.A. and Cutia Empreendimentos Eólicos S.A. Educational qualifications include an MBA in progress from USP/Esalq, and specialized degrees in energy and civil engineering from universities in Brazil.