Dr. De Blasio is a Senior Fellow leading Harvard Kennedy School Belfer Center research on energy technology innovation and the transition to a low carbon economy and serves as a board member and adviser to companies, startups and non-profit organizations. With more than 25 years of global experience in the energy sector, Nicola is an expert in navigating the challenges of strategic development and technology innovation toward sustainable commercial success. Nicola spent 18 years at Eni, one of the world’s leading energy companies, most recently as Vice President and Head of R&D International Development, where he was also responsible for the start-up group.