J. Andrea Herrera Jaramillo
Leiden University
Roches Noires, Mauritius
Member ID 4996
Member since Jun 27, 2025
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Circular Economy Product Design Engineer | PhD Candidate in Industrial Ecology

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I am a product design engineer with 11+ years of experience advancing sustainable practices in Latin America and the Caribbean, focusing on innovative product design and circular economy strategies. I hold a Master’s in Industrial Design Engineering with Cradle to Cradle focus, and am pursuing a PhD in Industrial Ecology. I’ve led projects in Colombia, Panama, and Trinidad & Tobago, including national and sectoral diagnostics and redesign of products for specific sectors. As a former associate professor, consultant, and project leader, I develop circular strategies, products, and services, fostering collaborations among stakeholders and local growth. Now based in Mauritius, I’m passionate about creating impactful implementation of a circular economy.

Research Interests

Circular Economy, Circular Design, Material Flow Analysis.