Maria is a passionate advocate for Climate tech with 18 years of experience in the energy and environmental sectors. She has worked as an engineer, consultant, and investor, and has served as the founder and Director of Klima fund (Alantra Group) and Investment Director of Demeter Partners. Maria currently holds board memberships in 4 companies. In addition to her professional roles, Maria works as an independent advisor to entities supporting climate tech entrepreneurs, such as the European Commission, EIT, and energy corporates like Enagas (Spanish Gas TSO). Maria holds a Master's degree in Energy Technologies and is an industrial engineer.