RodrigoBellezoni | Environmental Science | Best Researcher Award
Dr. RodrigoBellezoni , Getulio Vargas Foundation (FGV), Brazil.
Dr.Rodrigo Augusto Bellezoni is a seasoned environmental and energy policy expert with over a decade of experience. Based in St. Catharines, Ontario, Rodrigo has made significant contributions to sustainable solutions and climate policies globally. He specializes in policy planning, deforestation mitigation, and stakeholder engagement. His extensive academic background includes a Ph.D. in Energy Planning and Policy from UFRJ and UTS, and postdoctoral research at Yale and EAESP/FGV. Currently, he is a Senior Specialist at the Center for Territorial Intelligence, focusing on climate and agri-environmental policies. Rodrigo is dedicated to fostering sustainable development and inclusive growth.
Education
Dr.Rodrigo Augusto Bellezoni holds a Ph.D. in Energy Planning and Policy from UFRJ and UTS, an MSc in Civil and Environmental Engineering from UNESP, and a BS in Ecology from UFRN. He has completed postdoctoral research at EAESP/FGV and Yale. Currently, Rodrigo is a Senior Specialist in Climate and Agri-Environmental Policies at the Center for Territorial Intelligence in Brazil. His previous roles include postdoctoral researcher at EAESP/FGV and Yale, Ph.D. researcher at UTS, and project manager at IVIG. Rodrigo’s extensive experience spans environmental, energy, and climate sectors, with a focus on sustainable solutions.
Professional Development
Dr.Rodrigo Augusto Bellezoni has advanced his career through diverse and impactful roles. As a Senior Specialist at the Center for Territorial Intelligence, he supports climate and agri-environmental policies. His postdoctoral research at EAESP/FGV and Yale focused on urban sustainability and nature-based solutions. He developed energy and environmental models during his Ph.D. at UFRJ and UTS, and managed waste-to-energy projects at IVIG. Rodrigo’s professional journey reflects his commitment to innovation, sustainability, and effective stakeholder engagement, contributing significantly to environmental and energy policy development worldwide.
Research Focus
Dr.Rodrigo Augusto Bellezoni’s research focuses on innovative approaches to environmental and energy challenges, with an emphasis on sustainability and policy impact. He explores the intersection of urbanization, climate change, and resource management, aiming to enhance environmental resilience and promote sustainable development. His work includes assessing the impacts of green infrastructure on the food-water-energy nexus, evaluating energy savings from green projects, and developing models for urban nature-based solutions. Rodrigo’s research contributes to understanding and implementing strategies for a more sustainable and inclusive future.
Publication Top Notes:
- Bellezoni, R.A., Sharma, D., Villela, A.A., Junior, A.O.P. (2018). “Water-energy-food nexus of sugarcane ethanol production in the state of Goiás, Brazil: An analysis with regional input-output matrix.”
- Bellezoni, R.A., Meng, F., He, P., Seto, K.C. (2021). “Understanding and conceptualizing how urban green and blue infrastructure affects the food, water, and energy nexus: A synthesis of the literature.”
- Alves, W.F., Mota, A.S., De Lima, R.A.A., Bellezoni, R., Vasconcellos, A. (2011). “Termites as bioindicators of habitat quality in the Caatinga, Brazil: is there agreement between structural habitat variables and the sampled assemblages?”
- de Oliveira, J.A.P., Bellezoni, R.A., Shih, W., Bayulken, B. (2022). “Innovations in Urban Green and Blue Infrastructure: Tackling local and global challenges in cities.”
- Hunt, J.D., Zakeri, B., Nascimento, A., Garnier, B., Pereira, M.G., Bellezoni, R.A., et al. (2020). “High velocity seawater air-conditioning with thermal energy storage and its operation with intermittent renewable energies.”
- Bellezoni, R.A., Iwai, C.K., Elis, V.R., da Silva Paganini, W., Hamada, J. (2014). “Small-scale landfills: impacts on groundwater and soil.”