Bio:
Maria Morales is a Solar Development Associate at Davis Hill Development. She supports the Development team with creative problem solving and design skills. Morales graduated Cum-Laude with a B.S. in Business Analytics and Information Systems and a minor in Environmental Policy from the University of South Florida in 2020. Moreover, she holds a Photovoltaic Associate Certification from the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners. She previously worked with the United Nations Development Programme as a Digital Transformation intern for the Nature, Climate, and Energy team in the New York hub. In her role, Morales cleaned datasets and created visualizations assisting the Directorate with research and analysis.
A native of Venezuela, she and her family migrated to the United States to start a new life. She learned English and challenged herself through advanced courses earning a spot at the University of South Florida. Proving that dreams come true with discipline, courage, and determination; Morales was awarded several academic scholarships and recognitions.
Morales’ interest in clean energy began after witnessing the effects of oil spills in her hometown, Maracaibo, Venezuela. In college, she explored her passion for environmental action by volunteering and interning with non-profits such as Citizens Climate Lobby, OurClimate, Rethink Energy Florida. Ultimately, Maria’s objective is to advance the transition to renewable energy and plans of formalizing her passion by becoming a Clean Energy and Sustainability professional.
