Searcher
Nara González
Nara González
BBVA Research - Economist

I have a degree in Economics from the Autonomous University of Barcelona, which is complemented with an exchange programme in Maastricht University. Subsequently, I completed a Master's in Economics at Carlos III University of Madrid, where I was able to learn advanced tools in macroeconomics, microeconomics and econometrics.

Additionally, I have worked in the Independent Authority for Fiscal Responsibility (AIReF) with a research scholarship in Economic Analysis, where I have been able to deepen my vocation in climate change, an area in which I develop my professional activity in BBVA Research.

Latest publications

The EU's aspirations for sustainability, competitiveness, and resilience hinge on its ability to close the innovation gap with the US in disruptive technologies. This requires a dual approach: significantly increasing targeted public funding and creating a more inviting environment for private investment.
Climate investment needs depend on both the definition of what is needed and the reference scenario for climate change. All in all, for keeping “net zero” within the realm of possibility there is a funding gap to close by both public and, mainly, private sources. Appropriate incentives for private funding are key.
The cost of capital is vital for renewable energy projects due to high investment needs, policy uncertainty, and early-stage risks. De-risking strategies can lower costs, particularly in developing economies. However, for emerging cleantech, these strategies must balance innovation and competition.