Sofia Fontanils
Las Arenas (Getxo)
Summary
Environmental Specialist at Siemens Energy with a proven track record in leading complex compliance initiatives, particularly CSRD implementation, and fostering stakeholder engagement. Expert in environmental reporting and data analysis, driving organizational understanding in sustainability standards. Demonstrated ability in team leadership and problem-solving, successfully implementing strategies that align with corporate sustainability and decarbonization goals.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
CSRD Specialist
Siemens Energy
05.2024 - Current
- Led the implementation of environmental standards ensuring compliance with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
- Drafted and refined disclosure texts to ensure full compliance with qualitative reporting requirements.
- Analyzed quantitative requirements, developing and implementing processes for data collection to meet CSRD standards.
- Provided guidance and interpretation on CSRD requirements to internal stakeholders across various departments.
- Developed and delivered training programs to foster organizational understanding in CSRD compliance.
Head of Sustainability Implementation
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Provided strategic direction and leadership to a multidisciplinary team in achieving decarbonization goals minimizing the organization's Scope 1 and 2 footprint.
- Coordinated initiatives to integrate circular economy principles across the organization.
- Managed environmental reporting activities, ensuring accurate and timely data collection, analysis, and reporting to relevant stakeholders and regulatory bodies, aligned with sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, CDP).
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams across various Business Units (BUs) to embed environmental criteria into corporate and operational activities.
Project Manager
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
03.2021 - 01.2023
- Led the implementation of the new environmental management and reporting tool within Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy,
- Effectively engaged with key internal and external stakeholders to collect requirements and maintain regular communication.
- Developed a comprehensive project plan, outlining clear objectives, timelines, and resource allocation.
- Monitored project activities closely, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgetary constraints.
Environmental Specialist
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
07.2015 - 03.2021
- Implemented the corporate sustainability strategy within the onshore division, contributing to global environmental objectives.
- Monitored, analyzed, and reported ESG indicators in alignment with GRI Standards.
- Acted as a key point of contact for ISO 14001 external environmental audits in the onshore division, ensuring certification compliance.
- Delivered accurate and timely reports to sustainability indexes, including the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and CDP.
- Calculated and verified GHG emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3), adhering to ISO 14064 and GHG protocol.
- Developed and implemented a Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) and Environmental Product Declarations (EPD) instructions within the onshore division.
Education
Master of Science - Project Management
Project Management Institute
Bilbao, Spain06-2023
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of The Basque Country
Bilbao, Spain09-2014
Skills
- Analytical thinking
- Stakeholder engagement
- Problem-solving
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Adaptability and flexibility
Languages
Spanish
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
English
Advanced (C1)
Timeline
CSRD Specialist
Siemens Energy
05.2024 - Current
Head of Sustainability Implementation
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
01.2023 - 05.2024
Project Manager
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
03.2021 - 01.2023
Environmental Specialist
Siemens Gamesa Renewable Energy
07.2015 - 03.2021
Master of Science - Project Management
Project Management Institute
Master of Science - Chemical Engineering
University of The Basque Country
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