Kaitlyn Ramirez is a manager in RMI’s Climate-Aligned Industries Program, where she works with industry leaders, policymakers, and partners to accelerate the deployment of next-generation decarbonization technologies across key heavy industrial sectors. She specializes in hydrogen and its application in iron and steel production, supporting strategies that strengthen industrial competitiveness while reducing emissions.
Kaitlyn has co-led techno-economic optimization analyses of green hydrogen production projects and developed economic and emissions assessments for steel asset decarbonization strategies across global markets. She has supported the design and development of hydrogen and industrial hubs and works closely with industry frontrunners worldwide to evaluate first-of-a-kind plants and technologies, identify effective derisking strategies, and advance projects toward final investment decision.
In the United States, Kaitlyn leads policy analysis to accelerate steel decarbonization, exploring innovative approaches that channel investment toward cleaner, more efficient production pathways while maintaining long-term flexibility. She has also contributed to cross-sectoral research on energy security, affordability, and asset lock-in risks in growing economies, with a particular focus on the power sector transition and opportunities to leverage next-generation clean technologies to support country-level goals.
Background
Prior to joining RMI, Kaitlyn studied at Stanford University, where she earned a B.S. in Chemical Engineering and an M.S. in Civil and Environmental Engineering in the Atmosphere/Energy Program. She served as a teaching assistant, leading the “Extreme Energy Efficiency” course, an immersive class focused on the power of integrative design, taught by Amory Lovins. Kaitlyn is passionate about the intersection of energy, environment, and equity, deepening her knowledge in coursework on racial equity in energy during her master’s program.
Education
MS, Civil & Environmental Engineering, Atmosphere/Energy, Stanford University
BS, Chemical Engineering, Stanford University
