Mariana Martinez del Rio

Programme Officer - UNEP-WCMC

Mariana Martinez del Rio is a Programme Officer with the Nature Economy team at UNEP-WCMC. She plays a key role in delivering the ENCORE tool strategy, leading associated projects, including the SUSTAIN and Nature-3B Horizon initiatives. Mariana also co-leads work focused on coastal-related risks and has contributed to economic transformation efforts, particularly across Latin America.
With over a decade of experience at the intersection of nature, people, and the economy, she has worked with UN agencies, national governments, the private sector, and community-led initiatives. Mariana believes in a future where nature, people and the economy can thrive together.