Hi everyone, My name is Maria Alejandra Gonzalez and I am from Colombia. I am Chemical and Environmental Engineer, passionate about sustainability and the transition to a circular economy, with a particular focus on the plastics sector. Currently, I work in international environmental policy, where I am deeply interested in the connections between science and policy to inform decision-making in the development of a new Multilateral Enviromental Agreement on plastic pollution. This is a relatively new experience in my professional career. Previously, I worked as a climate change and environmental management specialist with extensive experience in climate change mitigation policies and projects in the energy, industry, and infrastructure sectors. I enjoy both the policy development and the implementation of projects on the ground.
I thoroughly enjoy working in multicultural settings and collaborating with people from diverse backgrounds and experiences. I enjoy traveling for both work and pleasure because it allows me to discover new places while also learning about different cultures.
Outside of work, I enjoy being in nature, particularly hiking and exploring natural areas, with a preference for mountain landscapes. I also like to dance and do yoga.
