Nouhoun Diarra is an energy specialist with expertise in energy transition, sustainable development, and international cooperation. He has gained experience in advising on energy and climate policies as well as in energy planning for government decision-makers and multilateral organizations. Passionate about energy modeling and assessing financial implications, he is committed to advancing sustainable, modern, and accessible energy solutions for all.
His skills include data analysis, energy scenario modeling (demand and investment), international development, policy research and analysis, and writing.
Convinced that youth remains a key pillar of development, he is actively involved in several youth networks dedicated to sustainable development: the SDG7 Youth Constituency (Energy), the ELIT Association (Education), and the YOUNGO Energy Working Group (Energy).
Professional Experience· 3
Energy Analyst
International Energy Agency
2023-Present
Strategic oversight of electricity access data in EMDEs, including validation of key reports and expertise in modelling, policy analysis, and tracking international climate scenarios. Institutional representation and coordination of a global summit that mobilized USD 2.2 billion toward universal energy access in Africa, in partnership with major donors and governments.
Energy Analyst Intern
International Energy Agency
2022-2023
Energy access analysis in Sub-Saharan Africa, with continuous improvement of databases and affordability assessments to support modelling and policy work. Contributed to research, publications, and external outreach through data-driven insights, workshops, and stakeholder engagement.
Junior Energy Engineer
Ivorian Refining Company-Côte d'Ivoire
2021-2022
Coordinated feasibility studies for a solar plant to reduce emissions and optimize electricity costs. Improved thermoelectric data collection strategy and contributed to risk analysis for modular power and H₂S treatment projects.
Education· 6
Modelling, Policy and Political Economy
Climate Compatible Growth
2024
Google Fundamentals of project management
McKinsey Forward Program
2024
Global Energy and Climate Policy
University of London
2023
Politics and Economics of International Energy
Sciences Po-Paris
2023
Specialised Master in Renewable Energy Technologies and Project development
Ecole Polytechnique de Paris
2021-2023
Energy Engineering
Polytechnic University of Man-Côte d'Ivoire
2018-2021
Awards & Honors
Climate Ambassador-Global Youth Climate Network
2025
Affiliations· 2
World Energy Council
Young Energy Professionnal
2025ELIT
Member of the Industry Club and the Economics Club
2023
