Liliana Diaz
Adjunct Lecturer
About
Dr. Liliana Diaz is an internationally renowned expert in energy and climate economics, bringing over 15 years of strategic consulting experience at the intersection of public policy, energy markets, and global sustainability. A distinguished advisor to companies, investors, and governments, she specializes in developing innovative policy and economic frameworks and actionable solutions for navigating the complex transition to a zero-carbon economy.
Dr. Diaz's expertise spans a comprehensive range of energy sectors, including renewable energy, emerging clean technologies, oil and gas, power generation, and energy efficiency. Her innovative approach combines deep technical knowledge with sophisticated economic analysis, enabling her to provide actionable solutions for addressing climate change and developing sustainable energy strategies.
With senior leadership roles at prestigious firms like McKinsey and Company–Vivid Economics, APCO Worldwide, FTI Consulting, Berkeley Research Group, and Navigant Consulting (currently Guidehouse), she has cultivated a robust international portfolio of projects encompassing economic and financial analysis, public policy design and formulation, regulatory assessments, strategic investments, and climate policy and carbon credit evaluations across North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
As a thought leader in decarbonization strategies and environmental policy, Liliana brings unparalleled insight into the intricate relationships between energy economics, technological innovation, and global climate challenges.
Dr. Diaz holds a Ph.D. in International Economics and Energy Policy (with honors) and MA in International Economics (with distinction) from The Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) at Johns Hopkins University and a BA in Finance and International Affairs from Universidad Externado in Colombia.
Liliana is fluent in English and Spanish and proficient in Portuguese.
Dr. Diaz's expertise spans a comprehensive range of energy sectors, including renewable energy, emerging clean technologies, oil and gas, power generation, and energy efficiency. Her innovative approach combines deep technical knowledge with sophisticated economic analysis, enabling her to provide actionable solutions for addressing climate change and developing sustainable energy strategies.
With senior leadership roles at prestigious firms like McKinsey and Company–Vivid Economics, APCO Worldwide, FTI Consulting, Berkeley Research Group, and Navigant Consulting (currently Guidehouse), she has cultivated a robust international portfolio of projects encompassing economic and financial analysis, public policy design and formulation, regulatory assessments, strategic investments, and climate policy and carbon credit evaluations across North America, Latin America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
As a thought leader in decarbonization strategies and environmental policy, Liliana brings unparalleled insight into the intricate relationships between energy economics, technological innovation, and global climate challenges.
Dr. Diaz holds a Ph.D. in International Economics and Energy Policy (with honors) and MA in International Economics (with distinction) from The Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) at Johns Hopkins University and a BA in Finance and International Affairs from Universidad Externado in Colombia.
Liliana is fluent in English and Spanish and proficient in Portuguese.