Gonçalo is the interim coordinator for the Lusophone Transparency Network for the Belgium-funded “Enhancing Climate Transparency” project under the Climate Promise.
With 25 years of experience on climate change, he has worked with more than 16 countries, as well as in regional and global projects. Over the years, he has provided consultancy services, technical assistance, training and facilitation of events. He has both lead teams larger than 30 members and delivered highly complex products working alone.
Throughout his career he has dealt with a wide array of topics related to climate change, including mitigation, adaptation, transparency and climate finance. He has prepared and reviewed several national reports, including national communications to the UNFCCC since 1999. His tireless efforts to deliver effective products to clients and beneficiaries are driven by the urgent need to address the climate emergency.
He is passionate about social issues, dedicating as much time as possible to social cause, namely corporate social responsibility, corporate volunteering and diversity and inclusion. He has an academic background in International Relations and Political Science.