Eric F. Salamanca
Providenciales,TCI
Summary
Energy Analyst with significant experience in GIS mapping and project coordination within Energy and Utilities Department. Demonstrated success in leading environmental initiatives and fostering community engagement. Combines technical expertise with effective communication skills to achieve impactful results in renewable energy and environmental conservation.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
Work History
Energy Analyst
Energy and Utilities Department (EUD)
11.2020 - Current
- Perform the functions of the Commissioner as defined in the Electricity Ordinance.
- Perform all administrative works for the EUD.
- Coordinate and serve as secretary to the Electricity Board and Water and Sewerage Boards.
- Review Business applications in the area of electricity/renewable energy, fuel and water.
Environmental Research and Development Officer
Department of Environment and Coastal Resources, TCI Government
12.2013 - 11.2020
- Oversee mangrove restoration initiatives and issue CITES permits.
- Draft Terms of Reference for Environmental Impact Assessments (EIA).
- Review Environmental Impact Statements (EISs).
- Review development applications requested by the Invest TC.
- Conduct site visits and monitor various development projects.
Scientific Officer
Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR), TCI Government
01.2007 - 12.2013
- Review and issue scientific research permits.
- Conduct and monitor environmental sites in the protected areas and in the coast/beaches.
- Conduct field monitoring on birds, iguanas and different plants.
Professor
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, La Union, Philippines
01.2005 - 01.2007
- In the above capacity, perform duties on the mandate of the University in instruction (teaching), research and extension (public awareness and community engagement).
Mangrove Forest Consultant
UP PLANADES, Quezon City, Philippines
10.2005 - 12.2005
Associate Professor
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, La Union, Philippines
01.1998 - 01.2005
Post-Doctorate Research Fellow
Faculty of Life and Environment, Shimane University, Japan
01.2003 - 12.2004
Consultant/Professional Assistant
Philippines-World Bank Water Resources Development Project
01.2001 - 12.2002
Director
Institute of Environmental Studies, Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University
01.1999 - 12.2001
Post-Doctorate Research Fellow
Department of Soil Biology and Plant Nutrition, University of Kassel, Germany
01.2000 - 12.2000
Assistant Professor
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, La Union, Philippines
01.1987 - 01.1998
Instructor
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, La Union, Philippines
01.1984 - 01.1987
Education
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Forest Resources Science (Forest Ecology)
Tottori University
Japan01.1998
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Forest Ecology and Silviculture
Shimane University
Japan01.1995
Master of Forestry (M.F.) - Social Forestry/Silviculture
University of the Philippines at Los Baños (UPLB)
Philippines01.1987
Bachelor of Science in Agroforestry (BSAF) -
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU)
La Union, Philippines01.1984
Skills
- Photography and image editing
- GIS mapping and aerial photography
- Website management
Externally Funded Projects Involvement
- EU-RESEMBID – Towards Green Energy in TCI (Ongoing)
- Pre-Feasibility Study of Offshore Wind Energy in TCI (EU-Green Overseas)
- National Climate Change Adaptation Plan for TCI (Ongoing)
- Multiple completed projects funded by the FM, UNDP, and JNCC, focusing on habitat restoration and biodiversity.
Contact
+1 (649) 341 0703, +1 (649) 246 0703, ericfsalamanca@gmail.com, efsalamanca@icloud.com, efsalamanca@outlook.com
Passport Type
Holder of a Philippine Passport
Relevant Training
- Quantum GIS (QGIS) – Beginner and Intermediate Level, Darwin Plus (UK), 2022
- Building GIS applications in Support of Disaster Management, 2012
- IMO OPRC Introductory Course and National Oil Spill Contingency Plan Workshop, 2012
- Introduction to Public Policy, Turks and Caicos Island Government, 2022
- Principle of Sustainable Finance, Erasmus University Rotterdam (through Coursera), 2024
- Investment Fundamental, International Business Management Institute, Germany, 2024
- Financial Performance, International Business Management Institute, Germany, 2024
- Basics of Strategic Management, International Business Management Institute, Germany, 2024
- Basics of Project Management, International Business Management Institute, Germany, 2024
- Accounting Principles, International Business Management Institute, Germany, 2024
- Introduction to Artificial Intelligence (AI), IBM through Coursera, 2024
- How to Manage a Terminal Evaluation, CARICAD, 2024
- Tools and Techniques for Commissioning and Maintaining PV Systems, NABCEP, 2023
- ISO/IEC17025:2017, CARICOM Regional Organization for Standards & Quality, 2024
- Energy Audit, UDEMY, 2024
- Introduction to Energy Auditing, SUSTEMY, 2022
- ISO 45001:018- Principles of Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems, Alison/CPD, 2022
- Understanding Basic Electricity, Alison/CPD, 2022
- Introduction to Basic Electrical Drawing and Test Equipment, Alison/CPD, 2022
- RE 100: Introduction to Renewable Energy, Solar Energy International, 2022
- RE 101: Fundamental Math for Solar Applications (Grid-Direct), Solar Energy International, 2023
- PVOL 101: Solar Electric Design and Installation (Grid-Direct), Solar Energy International, 2022
- PVOL 202: Advanced PV Electric Design and NEC (Grid-Direct), Solar Energy International, 2024
- PVOL 203: PV System Fundamental (Battery-based) Electric Design and NEC (Grid-Direct), Solar Energy International, 2023
- Geographical Information Systems (GIS) in using High Resolution Imagery, DDME, 2024
- Economic Tools for Conservation, Conservation Strategy Fund, Center for Conservation Biology, Wood Institute for Environment, Stanford University, California, USA, 2015
- Protocol and Diplomacy Courtesy, TCI Government, 2021
- Energy Efficiency Training, CARILEC, 2023
- EU-Green Overseas – Various Programs, 2024
- Energy Transition - Policy & Regulation, 2024
- Climate Finance, 2024
- Climate Change Resilience Mainstreaming, 2024
- Energy Efficiency Standards and Labelling, 2024
- Communicating for Success, International Centre for Parliamentary Studies (ICPS), UK, 2024
- Leading for Success, International Centre for Parliamentary Studies (ICPS), UK, 2024
- Effective Writing for Success, International Centre for Parliamentary Studies (ICPS), UK, 2024
- Innovation and Change for Success, International Centre for Parliamentary Studies (ICPS), UK, 2024
- Documentation Verification and Fraud Prevention (Certificate of Achievement), DOD Training Limited, UK, 2022
Personal Information
Immigration Status: Permanent Residence Certificate Holder, TCI (PRC # 4846)
Timeline
Energy Analyst
Energy and Utilities Department (EUD)
11.2020 - Current
Environmental Research and Development Officer
Department of Environment and Coastal Resources, TCI Government
12.2013 - 11.2020
Scientific Officer
Department of Environment and Coastal Resources (DECR), TCI Government
01.2007 - 12.2013
Mangrove Forest Consultant
UP PLANADES, Quezon City, Philippines
10.2005 - 12.2005
Professor
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, La Union, Philippines
01.2005 - 01.2007
Post-Doctorate Research Fellow
Faculty of Life and Environment, Shimane University, Japan
01.2003 - 12.2004
Consultant/Professional Assistant
Philippines-World Bank Water Resources Development Project
01.2001 - 12.2002
Post-Doctorate Research Fellow
Department of Soil Biology and Plant Nutrition, University of Kassel, Germany
01.2000 - 12.2000
Director
Institute of Environmental Studies, Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University
01.1999 - 12.2001
Associate Professor
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, La Union, Philippines
01.1998 - 01.2005
Assistant Professor
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, La Union, Philippines
01.1987 - 01.1998
Instructor
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University, La Union, Philippines
01.1984 - 01.1987
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) - Forest Resources Science (Forest Ecology)
Tottori University
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Forest Ecology and Silviculture
Shimane University
Master of Forestry (M.F.) - Social Forestry/Silviculture
University of the Philippines at Los Baños (UPLB)
Bachelor of Science in Agroforestry (BSAF) -
Don Mariano Marcos Memorial State University (DMMMSU)
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