The Energy Matrix is a dynamic research and policy consultancy, founded by Dr. Maria Kottari, that transforms cutting-edge academic insights and real-world expertise into impactful solutions. The mission of the Energy Matrix is to accelerate the clean energy transition and empower various stakeholders to thrive in the face of climate change, driving meaningful progress in mitigation and adaptation.
At the crossroads of politics, economics, and society, energy and climate action come alive. The Energy Matrix brings these forces together, weaving them into balanced, forward-thinking decisions that unlock innovative solutions and turn vision into action.
The Energy Matrix is currently taking a break as Dr. Kottari has started a collaboration as Principal Consultant at Technopolis Group(Dutch office)
“Decoding” the matrix
15 years of experience in energy & climate policies, sustainability, innovation & social challenges.
Highly skilled in communication, social media, project management, & design thinking, able to communicate in 6 languages (EL, EN, FR, DE, NL, AR).
Was for 2 years a part-time Researcher & Teaching Associate (Climate Cluster) at the School of Transnational Governance of the European University Institute & currently a visiting Lecturer at the University of Amsterdam.
Collaborated with the European Commission (EC) as External Expert & multiyear experience at the EC's Joint Research Centre, focusing on research & innovation (SET Plan)
Collaborated with the Food & Agricultural Organisation of the United Nations (FAO) as an Independent Consultant for projects on climate change adaptation.
A solid, global network of experts, practitioners, academia, civil society, public & private sectors.
Based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands, with area expertise in the EU, MENA region, Balkans, South-Caucasus & Sub-Saharan Africa.
Domains of expertise
Innovation
Clean Energy Technologies
Social Innovation in the Energy Transition and Climate Governance.
Energy Poverty
Metrics & Definition, Alleviation, Buildings Renovation, Financing, Energy Access.
Women Empowerment
Mentor at WomenOnTop, Member of the Global Women’s Network for the Energy Transition (GWNET), UN Women Certifications, 75inQ Project Teams Member.
Youth Engagement
Co-founder of the award-winning NGO Youthnet Hellas.
Just Transition
Socio-economic aspects of the decarbonization process with a focus on jobs & skills.
Smart Cities
Digitalisation, Transport sector, Buildings sector, Smart Grids, Prosumers/Energy Communities
“This is what drives me in my career: the dynamic and perpetually changing nature of the energy field. It is an ever-expanding field of new knowledge, which despite its daunting complexity, offers the excitement of the undiscovered, of innovative thinking, of the consolidation of knowledge across seemingly unrelated studies, binding together to fulfil a common vision.”
— Dr.Maria Kottari, Interview for FSR’s “Lights on Women”
Get in touch.
To get more information about my background, to discuss a project collaboration, a talk/lecture, a workshop/training proposal or to just debate about the most effective pathways towards green energy transition and climate-neutral economy.