Brazil
Pathways to Tariff Justice
Pathways to Tariff Justice in the Brazilian Electricity Sector, a new report from Global Energy Alliance and PSR, draws on data and interviews from across the sector to identify the main challenges and opportunities to ensure access to electricity at fair and equitable prices.
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Brazil is making strides toward universal energy access
While millions have gained electricity over the past two decades, over a million people in the remote Amazon still live without reliable power, and more than 3 million rely on costly, high-emission diesel generation. As the country advances its energy transition, there is growing focus on scaling renewable energy, promoting the productive use of clean technologies, and ensuring energy equity. Overcoming regulatory, technical, and infrastructure challenges will be essential to improving livelihoods, supporting conservation, and delivering a just and inclusive transition.
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Isabel BeltranIsabel BeltranVice President, Latin America and the CaribbeanLatin America & Caribbean
Isabel Beltran
Vice President, Latin America and the CaribbeanLatin America & CaribbeanIsabel Beltrán is Vice President at Global Energy Alliance, leading efforts in Latin America and the Caribbean to expand energy access, foster green economies, and support the energy transition. Previously, she was a Director at The Rockefeller Foundation’s Power Initiative, working on energy resilience. With over 15 years of experience in economic development, she has worked at The World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank, focusing on Sub-Saharan Africa and Latin America. Isabel holds master’s degrees in Economics from the Catholic University of Ecuador and Public Administration from Syracuse University, bringing deep expertise in sustainable energy solutions to her role.
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Hali McKinley LesterHali McKinley LesterAssociate, ProgramsLatin America & Caribbean
Hali McKinley Lester
Associate, ProgramsLatin America & CaribbeanHali is the Program Associate for the Latin America and Caribbean team at GEAPP, focusing on productive energy uses for economic development. A fellow in Columbia’s Women in Energy program, she advocates for gender inclusion and Indigenous representation. Hali holds a degree in History and International Studies from the University of Florida.
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Gabriela Gutierrez MoralesGabriela Gutierrez MoralesDirector, Partnerships, Latin America and the CaribbeanLatin America & Caribbean
Gabriela Gutierrez Morales
Director, Partnerships, Latin America and the CaribbeanLatin America & CaribbeanGabriela is the Director of Partnerships for Latin America and the Caribbean at Global Energy Alliance. With over 10 years of experience in international affairs, energy policy, and diplomacy, she leads engagement strategies to enhance energy access. She holds a Master’s in Development Practice and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration.
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Roberto EstevezRoberto EstevezDirector, Country Delivery - Latin America and the CaribbeanLatin America & Caribbean
Roberto Estevez
Director, Country Delivery - Latin America and the CaribbeanLatin America & CaribbeanRoberto Estevez has 10+ years of experience in the energy sector, focusing on renewable energy and energy access across Latin America and beyond. He has led projects in Argentina, India, Brazil, Colombia, Paraguay, and Chile, and currently develops and implements Global Energy Alliance’s renewable energy, BESS, and decarbonization projects in LAC.
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Erika BuffaErika BuffaProgram Administrator, LACLatin America & Caribbean
Erika Buffa
Program Administrator, LACLatin America & CaribbeanErika Buffa is the Program Administrator for Latin America and the Caribbean at Global Energy Alliance based in New York. With a decade of experience, she holds a degree in Business and Communications from Clarkson University. Fluent in three languages, Erika is passionate about advancing sustainable energy solutions and supporting Global Energy Alliance’s global mission.
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Eric GayEric GayHead Of CommunicationsGlobal
Eric Gay
Head Of CommunicationsGlobalA global communications strategist with nearly two decades of experience leading teams across the energy, technology, and development sectors, Eric guides the collaborative communications of Global Energy Alliance’s 50+ partners. While building Global Energy Alliance’s communications approach he also led Communications, Policy and Advocacy for The Rockefeller Foundation’s Power initiative and launched award-winning campaigns to end energy poverty with clean energy. Prior to joining the Foundation in New York, he spent a decade in emerging markets in the Middle East and Asia. As co-founder and Managing Director of Eye On, and Regional Director of The Energy Year he led market research, editorial, and event teams across these regions, creating sector-leading content and conferences in partnership with government, the private sector, and media.