Dr. Paulina Jaramillo

Biography

Paulina Jaramillo is a Professor in the Department of Engineering and Public Policy at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU). Originally from Medellín, Colombia, Jaramillo is a naturalized U.S. citizen who has lived more than half her life in the United States. She is a fellow at the Wilton E. Scott Institute for Energy Innovation and holds a courtesy appointment at CMU-Africa. Jaramillo is a lead author of the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change’s 6th Assessment Report, focusing on climate change impacts and mitigation strategies in energy systems. Her past research has emphasized life cycle assessment and the socio-economic and environmental implications of energy policies, particularly in the Global South. Over the past five years, her work has expanded to address energy access issues, involving historically disenfranchised communities to ensure equitable energy planning. Jaramillo aims to create knowledge that addresses global energy needs while contributing to climate mitigation efforts. Her educational background includes a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from Carnegie Mellon University, as well as an M.S. and B.S. in the same field from CMU and Florida International University, respectively.

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