is a prominent environmental scientist and project officer specializing in urban climate action, energy poverty, and sustainable development. She currently serves as a Scientific Project Officer at the European Commission Joint Research Centre (JRC) . Her work primarily focuses on supporting local governments worldwide in developing and implementing Sustainable Energy and Climate Action Plans (SECAPs) . Professional Roles and Focus
Palermo has authored several guidebooks and scientific papers aimed at bridging the gap between theoretical climate goals and local implementation: Valentina PALERMO | Scientific Project Officer | PhD valentina palermo
At the Joint Research Centre , she leads capacity-building activities and provides tailor-made support to cities in various regions, including Sub-Saharan Africa, Southeast Asia, and Mexico. is a prominent environmental scientist and project officer