RODRIGO GUERRERO

Rodrigo Guerrero is a pre-doctoral researcher at Rey Juan Carlos University, where he is currently pursuing a PhD focused on the design, modeling, and optimization of low-cost atmospheric moisture harvesting technologies. His research aims to advance sustainable and accessible water solutions, particularly in contexts affected by water scarcity and limited infrastructure, contributing to the development of resilient and decentralized water supply systems.

He holds a Bachelor's degree in Physics from Universidad Complutense de Madrid and a Master's degree in Energy at the same institution. Throughout his academic career, Rodrigo has gained research experience in several institutions, including the Membrane and Renewable Energies Group at Universidad Complutense de Madrid and the Instituto de Carboquímica (CSIC). His work has addressed sustainable membrane fabrication, desalination technologies, proton transport modeling in low-temperature fuel cells, and numerical simulations using computational fluid dynamics (CFD) tools.

Rodrigo is strongly interested in international development cooperation and the application of water and energy technologies to support sustainable development. In this context, he has participated in cooperation projects focused on water treatment technologies, including a research stay in Paraguay, where he contributed to capacity-building activities and the application of membrane-based solutions adapted to local needs. He is also an active member of the Young Water Professionals (YWP) network, engaging in international collaboration, sustainability initiatives, and knowledge exchange within the water sector.

In parallel, Rodrigo is deeply involved in youth political advocacy and science–policy interfaces, particularly in the fields of water and climate governance. He has taken part in COP30 as a young delegate, gaining direct experience in multilateral negotiations and policy dialogue. Additionally, he is actively involved in the organization of youth-led climate spaces, including the Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) in Spain, and is committed to strengthening the role of young people in evidence-based decision-making and transformative public policy processes.

Research profiles: 

• ORCID: 0009-0009-2120-5092
• URJC

Keywords: 

Air water harvesting, porous materials, thermal solar energy