Driving the Transition: Global Lessons in Electric Bus Deployment 

Cristina Albuquerque is an urban mobility and sustainable transport specialist with nearly 15 years of experience, including as Global Director of Electric Mobility at WRI. Throughout her career, Cristina has led projects in Brazil and internationally to accelerate the shift toward cleaner, more inclusive, and more efficient transport systems — with a strong focus on electric buses. She is currently working as a consultant for the World Bank and the Inter-American Development Bank (IDB), supporting the city of Rio de Janeiro in integrating electric mobility into its public transport system. Cristina is passionate about people-centered urban solutions that address climate challenges with ambition and innovation.