Emil Sirén Gualinga
About Emil Sirén Gualinga
Emil Sirén Gualinga is an Impact Finance Analyst specializing in the extraction of transition minerals for the renewable energy sector. He has a background in sustainable finance and Indigenous rights, with experience at various organizations including Ethos and Amazonia Impact Ventures.
Work at Amazonia Impact Ventures
Emil Sirén Gualinga serves as an Impact Finance Analyst at Amazonia Impact Ventures since 2023. In this role, he focuses on integrating sustainable finance practices with Indigenous rights, particularly in the renewable energy sector. His work supports the development of projects that prioritize Indigenous ownership and co-ownership, ensuring that local communities benefit from renewable energy initiatives.
Current Role at Business & Human Rights Resource Centre
Since 2023, Emil has been employed as a Natural Resources Researcher at the Business & Human Rights Resource Centre. His research primarily addresses the intersection of natural resource extraction and human rights, with a specific emphasis on the extraction of transition minerals. This role aligns with his commitment to promoting sustainable practices within the renewable energy industry.
Previous Experience at Ethos
Emil worked as a Sustainable Finance Associate at Ethos from 2022 to 2023 in Stockholm, Sweden. During his tenure, he contributed to projects that focused on sustainable finance strategies, enhancing the integration of environmental considerations into financial decision-making processes.
Educational Background
Emil holds a Bachelor of Science in Business and Economics from Lund University School of Economics and Management, which he completed from 2015 to 2019. He further pursued a Master of Science in Accounting and Financial Management at Uppsala University from 2019 to 2020. Additionally, he obtained another Master of Science in Business and Development Studies from Copenhagen Business School, completing his studies in 2022.
Research and Focus Areas
Emil specializes in the extraction of transition minerals within the renewable energy sector. His research interests include the integration of Indigenous rights with sustainable finance initiatives. He aims to support Indigenous-owned or co-owned renewable energy projects, ensuring that these initiatives contribute positively to local communities and the environment.