Beatriz Santos
About Beatriz Santos
Beatriz Santos is an Associate Editor at Crain Communications, where she focuses on alternatives to oil-based plastics and contributes to Sustainable Plastics. She has a background in journalism, having previously worked at pv magazine Global and pv magazine Brasil, and holds degrees in Philosophy from The University of Manchester and the University of Oxford.
Work at Crain Communications
Beatriz Santos serves as an Associate Editor at Crain Communications, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for the online daily news coverage at Sustainable Plastics, a magazine published by Crain Communications. Her focus includes writing about alternatives to oil-based plastics, emphasizing policy, materials, and technology that support a circular economy.
Previous Experience at pv magazine Global
Prior to her current role, Beatriz Santos worked at pv magazine Global as Editor from 2020 to 2023 in Berlin, Germany. During her tenure, she covered news related to the solar photovoltaic industry, contributing to the publication's insights and reporting on industry developments. She also briefly worked at pv magazine Brasil as a Jornalista in 2023 for three months.
Education and Expertise
Beatriz Santos has a strong academic background in Philosophy. She earned her Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree from The University of Manchester, studying from 2014 to 2017. Following this, she pursued further education at the University of Oxford, where she obtained a Master of Philosophy (BPhil) from 2017 to 2019. Her educational foundation supports her analytical and writing skills in her current editorial roles.
Focus on Sustainable Plastics
In her role at Sustainable Plastics, Beatriz Santos focuses on alternatives to oil-based plastics. Her work encompasses various aspects of the circular economy, including policy implications, material innovations, and technological advancements. This focus aligns with her commitment to sustainability and environmental issues.