John Cotton

John Cotton is a seasoned professional in energy transition and climate change policy, currently serving as a Senior Program Manager for the Southeast Asia Energy Transition Partnership at UNOPS, where collaboration among government donors, philanthropies, and Southeast Asian governments is emphasized to accelerate renewable energy initiatives. Prior roles include Climate Change Policy Officer at the Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office, where John led the establishment of the Energy Transition Council in Laos, and Country Manager at Global Hydro Energy, focusing on hydropower solutions. John has extensive experience in administrative roles, project management, and IT systems, with a strong academic background that includes a Master of Science in Energy Policy from the University of Sussex and various certifications in sustainable finance and infrastructure investing.