Rafael Parras

Rafael is the R&D&I Manager at re.green, where he works on developing initiatives focused on innovation, ecological restoration, and generating strategic value for large-scale restoration projects. He has a Ph.D. and a degree in Agricultural Engineering from UNESP – Jaboticabal, and has a track record working at the intersection of science, agribusiness, ESG, and new business development. He is a co-founder of the Inova.jab/UNESP incubator and a researcher with the PolUS group, with experience in connecting universities, companies, startups, and public and private partners. Throughout his career, he has worked on structuring innovative business models and evaluating startups, combining applied research, strategic vision, and innovation to generate sustainable and scalable impact.