why
why
The world is facing great environmental, social, ethical and economical challenges. More than ever, the world needs a new approach to development and well being. The recovery from the Covid-19 crisis must lead to a different reality: an inclusive, green and circular economy that respects the limits of the Planet and puts the well being of the communities in the centre of the decision making process.
“Covid-19 has shown us that overnight transformational change is possible. A different world, a different economy is suddenly dawning. This is an unprecedented opportunity to move away from unmitigated growth at all costs and the old fossil fuel economy, and deliver a lasting balance between people, prosperity and our planetary boundaries.” Club of Rome
It is clear that Governments, Municipalities, Universities, Companies and Banks need to have the courage and foresight to implement policies and activities that are aligned with the 2050 carbon neutrality goals, with the Sustainable Development Goals and are able to respect biodiversity and the equilibrium of the ecosystems.
At SystemicSphere, we act as agents of change, helping organizations to better understand how these issues can impact their businesses and what should they do to become more resilient organizations.
Sustainability is key. Sustainable Management is needed. Sustainable and climate finance will become the new normal.
Our Areas of Expertise
Development Projects in Africa on Climate Finance and Sustainability
Guinea-Bissau. Sahara and Sahel Observatory
Green Climate Fund (GCF)
2019/2020
International consultant to conduct trainings for the National Designated Authority and key stakeholders and elaborate a guidebook on the coordination procedure to access to the Green Climate Fund, under the Readiness & Preparatory support to Guinea Bissau.
Portugal. Minister of Environment and Climate Transition Cabinet.
2018/2019
Advisor to the Minister of Environment on sustainable finance issues and green financial products. Coordination of the creation process and activities of the Portuguese Think Tank on Sustainable Finance.
Cape Verde. Luxembourg Agency Development. Partnering with S317
2019
Co-Develop (in a team with other consultants, led by Carbon Bonds Initiative) the framework needed to issue green bonds in Cabo Verde. Project under a Luxemburg Agency Development call
Cape Verde. Luxembourg Agency Development. Partnering with S317
2018
Improve the capacity of public and private stakeholders to develop successful project proposals to climate and sustainable energy funds. Elaboration of the Resource Mobilization Strategy for Climate Funds and Sustainable Energy
Cape Verde. French Agency for Development
2010-2012
Develop environmental, social and governance policies and procedures for 4 banks
Angola. Port of Cabinda
2013
Develop the Sustainability Strategy of Port of Cabinda
Most recent work in Portugal
Grupo Crédito Agricola
2020 - Present
Responsible for the Implementation of the Sustainability Policy and Action Plan
Companhia das Lezírias
2020- Present
Developing the Vision and Mission for Sustainability in 2030, Sustainability Strategy, SDGs, Action Plan, and Sustainability Reporting
Herdade dos Grous, partnering with NBI
2019 - Present
Training about defining Sustainability Strategies based on the key SDGs for the company
ANEME, partnering with 3Drivers
2018-2019
Developing a Circular Economy Strategy for the Metalomechanics Sector
Beacon
2019 - Present
Train Municipalities on the relevance of SDGs and circular economy. Promote engagement between the municipalities and the local private sector
Weneration
2019-Present
Developing a Sustainable Innovation Hub in Alenquer
SustainAzores
2008-2020
Several training sessions on how to identify the key SGDs in companies, and how the sustainability strategy should be linked with those SDGs
PME Sustentável
2018
Design of the Project and Co-Author of the book “Economia Verde e Economia Circular”
Main team

SOFIA SANTOS
PHD ON SUSTAINABLE FINANCE
Partner and Senior Consultant @ SystemicSphere
More than 20 years of working experience.
Key areas of expertise:
- Sustainable finance and climate finance
- ESG risk analysis
- Non Financial information
- SDGs
- Sustainability strategy and governance models

INÊS MARTINS
MSc in Ecology and Environmental Management
Applied Researcher @ SystemicSphere
3 years of working experience
Key areas of expertise:
- Ecosystem Services
- Biodiversity
- Bioeconomy
- SDGs

MIGUEL MARTINS
MBA
Independent Consultant @SystemicSphere
More than 20 years of working experience
Key areas of expertise:
- Sustainability
- Innovation
- Sustainable Vaue Chains
- New Business Models
- New Metrics

CATARINA FURTADO
Environmental Engineer
Independent Consultant @SystemicSphere
More than 20 years of working experience
Key areas of expertise:
- Climate Change
- Carbon footprint
- Environmental Indicators
- Sustainability Reporting
Sofia Santos, PhD, MSc
Sustainable & Conscientious Economist
Inês Martins, MSc
Applied Researcher