Fiona O'Brien is a Master of Science and Technology (MSc&T) student at École Polytechnique, where she specializes in smart city economics and climate policy. A Fulbright France scholarship recipient, she graduated from Yale University with a degree in environmental engineering. A climate and sustainability professional, Fiona has over four years of consulting experience in France and the United States.
Her work focuses on quantitative climate risk analysis, developing decarbonization pathways, and integrating climate scenarios into strategic planning and investment. She also teaches climate change adaptation.
Her academic and professional work explores the role of data, spatial analysis, and digital tools in accelerating the climate resilience of cities.
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