Carlos Cordova is the Director of Environmental Solutions for the Americas at S&P Global Commodity Insights, where he spearheads strategic initiatives across governments, standards bodies, and environmental programs.

Based in Washington, DC, he leads the development and implementation of cutting-edge solutions for the Environmental Registry and Meta Registry platforms, driving innovation and integrity in global carbon markets.

With over 15 years of leadership experience in environmental sustainability, Carlos has played a pivotal role in advancing global forestry, REDD+, carbon pricing mechanisms, and market-based climate solutions. His career spans high-impact positions at the World Bank Group and the Inter-American Development Bank, where he contributed to transformative projects both in Washington, DC, and on international field assignments.

Carlos holds dual degrees in Economics and International Development, as well as an MBA from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA). Fluent in Spanish and Portuguese, he is a recognized thought leader committed to fostering sustainable solutions and advancing global climate action.