Experts & Staff
WRI brings together nearly 1,900 staff and experts who are leaders in their fields. Their work spans topics such as food and land use, energy, cities, economics, finance, governance and more. Our staff and researchers work globally and in 12 focus countries to meet people’s essential needs, to protect and restore nature, and to stabilize the climate and build resilient communities. Contact our media team to arrange an interview with any of our experts.
Program Experts & Staff
Anderson Ngowa
Finance Associate, Energy Access

Carolina Hernandez
Engagement Manager, Climate and Energy, WRI Mexico
Benson Ireri
Africa Lead, Energy Access

Kimathi Ikiao
Senior Associate - Renewable Energy Finance & Investment

Adugna Nemera
Senior Associate, Energy Access Finance, WRI Africa

David Njugi
Program Specialist, Productive Use of Renewable Energy (PURE), WRI Africa

Victor T. Otieno
Research Associate Energy Access, WRI Africa

Douglas Ronoh
GIS Analyst, Energy Access Explorer

Meron Tesfamichael
Director, Africa Energy
