🌍 Emília Inês Come Zebra, born on December 14, 1979, is a Mozambican 🇲🇿 sustainability expert. She is a PhD candidate in Energy & Sustainability at the University of Groningen 🇳🇱, with a strong background in renewable energy 🌱. With over a decade of experience in Mozambique’s energy sector, she is known for her leadership in alternative energy initiatives ⚡. She played a pivotal role as Country Coordinator for the ICAT Mozambique Phase 2 Project 🌐 and as National Coordinator of the EEP Project 🌿. Currently a lecturer and researcher at Eduardo Mondlane University 📚, she remains committed to sustainable energy development and climate action 🌱.
Profile
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Education🎓
PhD Candidate: Energy & Sustainability – University of Groningen, Netherlands 🇳🇱 (Present) MSc: Sustainable Energy Engineering – Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden 🇸🇪 (2015) BSc: Physics (Renewable Energy) – Eduardo Mondlane University, Mozambique 🇲🇿 (2005) Her academic journey combines physics, engineering, and sustainability, preparing her to tackle global energy challenges.
Experience👩🏫
Lecturer/Researcher: Eduardo Mondlane University 🇲🇿 (2017–Present) Head of Alternative Energies: National Directorate of New & Renewable Energy 🇲🇿 (2011–2015) Officer: Ministry of Mineral Resources & Energy 🇲🇿 (2005–2017) Country Coordinator: ICAT Mozambique Phase 2, UNEP-DTU 🌍 (2020 National Coordinator: Energy & Environment Partnership (EEP) Project 🌱 (2015–2017)
Awards and Honors 🏆
Recognized for her contributions to Mozambique’s renewable energy sector 🇲🇿 Honored for leadership in sustainable energy projects ⚡ Commended by international organizations for advancing climate transparency and action Recognized for excellence in academic research and energy innovation
Research Focus 🔬
Emília focuses on renewable energy technologies 🌞, sustainable energy policies ⚖️, and climate action 🌍. She is dedicated to transparency in energy data through projects like ICAT 🌐 Her work integrates energy access, rural electrification, and policy development for Mozambique 🇲🇿 She promotes innovation in clean energy solutions to combat climate change
📚 Publications Top Notes
Scaling up Electricity Access & Sustainable Operation of Solar PV Mini-Grids
📄 Title: Scaling up the electricity access and addressing best strategies for a sustainable operation of an existing solar PV mini-grid: A case study of Mavumira village in Mozambique
👩🔬 Authors: Zebra, E.I.C., van der Windt, H.J., Olubayo, B., Nhumaio, G., Faaij, A.P.C.
📚 Journal: Energy for Sustainable Development, 2023, 72, pp. 58–82
📊 Focus: Explores sustainable strategies for scaling solar PV mini-grids in rural Mozambique 🌞, enhancing energy access and operational sustainability ⚡.
2. Hybrid Renewable Energy Systems in Mini-Grids for Off-Grid Electrification
📄 Title: A review of hybrid renewable energy systems in mini-grids for off-grid electrification in developing countries
👩🔬 Authors: Come Zebra, E.I., van der Windt, H.J., Nhumaio, G., Faaij, A.P.C.
📚 Journal: Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews, 2021, 144, 111036
📊 Citations: 234
📊 Focus: Comprehensive review of hybrid renewable systems 🌍 for off-grid electrification, addressing technological, economic, and social impacts 🌱.
3. Assessing the Greenhouse Gas Impact of Renewable Energy Feed-in Tariff Policy
📄 Title: Assessing the greenhouse gas impact of a renewable energy feed-in tariff policy in Mozambique: Towards NDC ambition and recommendations to effectively measure, report, and verify its implementation
👩🔬 Authors: Zebra, E.I.C., Mahumane, G., Canu, F., Cardoso, A.
📚 Journal: Sustainability (Switzerland), 2021, 13(10), 5376
📊 Citations: 4
Emília Inês Come Zebra is a strong candidate for the Women Researcher Award due to her academic achievements, leadership in renewable energy policy, and dedication to climate action and sustainability. Her work reflects a deep commitment to advancing global energy solutions, making her a role model for women in research and sustainability. By enhancing her international research presence and public engagement, she can further solidify her standing as a leader in the renewable energy sector.