Claudia Baranzelli - (OECD)

Claudia Baranzelli leads the Geospatial Analysis team and the Geospatial Lab at the OECD’s Centre for Entrepreneurship, SMEs, Regions and Cities, where she manages projects in various fields related to territorial development. Claudia previously worked at the EC-JRC as a project leader for the development of spatial analysis tools and indicators applied to land use and urban dynamics, energy, transport, and Africa-EU Strategic Corridors. She holds an MSc in Environmental Engineering and a PhD in Urban, Regional and Environmental Planning.

How geospatial data can unlock value from critical raw materials

13 February 2025 Claudia Baranzelli - (OECD)

Reading Time: 3 minutesThe global demand for critical raw materials is surging, with rare earth metals and lithium expected to increase significantly by 2030 and 2050. Learn how geospatial data can aid local governments in balancing economic growth with environmental risks amid this transition.

How Climate Change is Reshaping our Regions

05 December 2024 Claudia Baranzelli - (OECD) and Alexandre Banquet - (OECD)

Reading Time: 4 minutes2024 is projected to be the hottest year on record, surpassing 1.5 degrees Celsius of warming above pre-industrial levels. Urgent action is required to address climate risks, particularly in vulnerable polar and tropical regions, to mitigate severe impacts.