Barbara Samartini Queiroz Alves

Nature-based Solutions Technology Lead @Shell

Led RD & I initiatives to develop NBS for climate mitigation and improved living standards. Oversaw a USD 10M budget and a team of 100 researchers, delivering scalable technologies in biochar; enhanced rock weathering; recovery of degraded pasture; afforestation and revegetation; sustainable agriculture.o Led the strategic integration of NBS into Shell´s decarbonization roadmap. o Developed scalable NBS Technologies; championed cross-functional collaboration between technology, sustainability and external partners.o Established Shell’s internal NBS technology framework, including governance, KPIs, and digital tools for monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV), improving transparency and accountability.o Mentored and empowered a diverse team of specialists, promoting gender equality and inclusive innovation within the NBS space.o Secured funding and executive sponsorship for pilot projects that demonstrated both climate and community co-benefits, contributing to Shell’s ESG performance and stakeholder trust.o Actively engaged with start-ups and innovation ecosystem, fostering partnerships with climate tech ventures and incubators to accelerate NBS deployment.