Sector(s) of experience: Community-based, Economics and climate finance, Mining and metal production for climate action
Level of expertise:
15+ years
Region of expertise
  • Northern America

For more than 15 years, Wessam Shehata has worked in the banking and insurance sector; he has dedicated his time & effort to providing his clients with secure, profitable & reliable investment solutions by integrating various financial products into their investment portfolios to help them achieve their investing goals, secure their future financial needs, and put their families first.

Sector(s) of experience: Buildings, Capacity-building and training, Community-based, End-use energy efficiency, Energy Efficiency, Energy production, Governance and planning (policy, regulatory systems), Innovation, research, development and demonstration, Renewable energy, Transport, Transport
Level of expertise:
15+ years
Region of expertise
  • Africa
  • Eastern Africa

Kailash Dhunnoo is currently serving as Senior Manager [Technical Services] at the Mauritius Ports Authority. With a keen focus on the energy transition and sustainable development of ports, Mr. Dhunnoo has been instrumental in driving initiatives towards greening the port in Mauritius, more specifically from a Small Island Developing States perspective. 

Sector(s) of experience:
Level of expertise:
10-15 years
Region of expertise
  • Latin America and the Caribbean
  • South America

I am an international development expert with over 15 years of academic and professional experience in gender, human security, and community empowerment. I hold a Master’s degree in International Relations from Sookmyung Women’s University, specializing in Human Security and International Organizations, and a Bachelor’s degree in Child Education and Family Science with a second major in Psychology from Kyungpook National University.

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Background

Chile is among the countries most vulnerable to climate change impacts, with severe and prolonged drought emerging as one of its most critical challenges. Decreasing rainfall and reduced river flows have led to high levels of water stress, making Chile the most affected country in Latin America in this regard. This situation poses a significant risk to urban water security, particularly in the central regions between Coquimbo and Biobío, where most of the population is concentrated.

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Level of expertise:
15+ years
Region of expertise
  • Africa

Dr. Oche Joseph Otorkpa is a seasoned development and public health professional with over 20 years of experience working across Africa and Europe, particularly in fragile and conflict-affected contexts. He holds advanced academic qualifications in public health and human resource management, complemented by extensive practical expertise in Integrated Disease Surveillance and Response (IDSR), climate resilience, and gender-sensitive programming. Dr.