Manuel Oliva

Manuel Oliva has an extensive work experience in various roles related to environmental conservation, climate change, and sustainable development. Most recently, they served as the Chief Executive Officer at Point Blue Conservation Science, where they provided strategic and operational leadership to the organization. Prior to that, they were the Acting Director at USDA Foreign Agricultural Service, where they led initiatives to integrate social and environmental safeguards in international agriculture projects. Manuel also worked as the Chief of Compliance and Enforcement at the Department of Energy & Environment in Washington, D.C., where they managed the city's air quality compliance program and served as a senior advisor to the Sustainable DC initiative. Manuel Oliva has also worked as a Sustainability/Climate Professional consultant and as the Director of U.S. Climate Policy at Conservation International. Manuel started their career at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, where they held positions as a Program Director and Environmental Engineer. Additionally, they have experience in air pollution engineering and consulting services at Versar. Throughout their career, Manuel Oliva has demonstrated leadership in addressing climate change and promoting sustainable practices.

Manuel Oliva obtained a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Maryland, where they studied from 1986 to 1990. Manuel further pursued their education at the same university and earned a Master of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from 1990 to 1992.