Denisse Ortez is a Director within the Energy, Biomaterials, and Circularity division. She holds a degree in Chemical Engineering and a Master's degree in Business Administration. Her professional career began as an advisor on cleaner production processes in different sectors, pioneering the implementation of the Sugarcane Farming Initiative Production Standard (BSI at the time, now BONSUCRO) in El Salvador. With over a decade of experience as an auditor in the Bonsucro, ISCC, and RSPO programs, Denisse has gained expertise in sugarcane, oil palm, sustainable fuels, bio and circular materials, and agribusiness.

In addition to her technical expertise, Denisse is the global leader for teams that provide assessment and audit services according to the Bonsucro and Proterra benchmark standards, and regionally for the full range of ISCC options. Her experience in these disciplines has allowed her to acquire knowledge and skills in each, and she has also served as an international panelist and speaker, demonstrating her commitment and experience in sustainability and certifications in the region.