Francisco Gafaro

Francisco Gafaro

Francisco Gafaro

Team Lead Power Sector Transformation Innovation and Technology Centre
IRENA

Francisco Gafaro is the Team Lead on Power Sector Transformation at IRENA IITC in Bonn, Germany. He holds a master’s degree in electrical power engineering from RWTH-Aachen, Germany. With over 20 years of experience in power system planning, operations, and renewable energy integration, Francisco has led key power system transformation efforts across Latin America, Europe, and the Pacific Islands, contributing to national and international energy strategies. Francisco has overseen updates to grid planning, connection, operational and market practices to support the integration of more renewable energy. His leadership continues to play a significant role in advancing the global energy transition.