GWNET: Global Women's Network for the Energy Transition
Maria van Veldhuizen is a seasoned sustainable development consultant specializing in climate change and just energy transitions. Currently serving as a Short-term Consultant for the Adaptation Fund and as a Sustainable Development Consultant through Maria van Veldhuizen Consulting, Maria has collaborated with various organizations including the Fundación Avina, Pacific Community-SPC, and Access to Energy Institute, focusing on gender-responsive energy policies and projects in multiple regions. As a Senior Associate at SD Strategies and a Project Manager for GWNET, Maria has contributed to significant studies and initiatives aimed at promoting gender equality in the energy sector. With academic credentials including a Master of Environmental Science, Policy and Management, Maria possesses extensive expertise in project design, research, strategic communications, and capacity development.
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GWNET: Global Women's Network for the Energy Transition
GWNET aims to advance the global energy transition by empowering women in energy through interdisciplinary networking, advocacy, training, coaching and mentoring. GWNET seeks to address the current gender imbalances in the energy sector and to promote gender-sensitive action around the energy transition in all parts of the world. GWNET’s cutting-edge "Women in Energy Expert Platform" connects and empowers women working in sustainable energy in developing, emerging and industrialised countries, with the aim to encourage greater visibility, networking opportunities and professional connections between women. Gain visibility by setting up your profile today: https://globalwomennet.work/