Duarte Cordeiro is a Portuguese economist and politician, former Minister for the Environment and Climate Action (2022–2024). Recognized for his central role in shaping public policies on energy transition and climate change, he stood out for his ability to align national measures with European and international commitments. He is currently a Partner at Shiftify – Sustainability Strategies, where he works with organizations to accelerate green strategies and create value in hard-to-decarbonize sectors.
He holds a degree in Economics from ISEG and a postgraduate degree in Business Management from ISCTE. His political career began in the Socialist Youth, where he served as Secretary-General. He was a Member of Parliament, City Councillor, and later Deputy Mayor of Lisbon, with responsibilities in areas such as economy, innovation, sports, and public space. In 2019, he joined the Government as Deputy Secretary of State for Parliamentary Affairs and subsequently as Secretary of State for Parliamentary Affairs. From 2022 to 2024, he served as Minister for the Environment and Climate Action, leading national policies on decarbonization, renewable energy, sustainable mobility, and water resource management.
Duarte Cordeiro’s talks are focused, technical, and results-oriented. He addresses topics such as energy, climate transition, decarbonization, and public sustainability policies. His interventions combine analytical rigor with clear and accessible language, engaging diverse audiences – from policymakers to business leaders and academics – while fostering debate on concrete solutions to accelerate the green transition
• Lisbon Energy Summit & Exhibition– Participation in the ministerial program on energy transition
• COP28– Contributions to international climate negotiations
• “Energy for the Future” Conference– Debate on Portugal’s role in leading Europe’s energy transition
• Shiftify Launch Event– Presentation of the new sustainability consultancy, as founding partner
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