Aline Grondin

Aline was Eco Innovation's first intern, from May to October 2005. Aline has a Master (BAC +4) in international trade and development from the International Business and Development School (3A) in Lyon. She specialises in finance, South America and development, with particular interests in International trade, fair trade, sustainable development and solar energy.

In her time with Eco Innovation, she worked on the proposals for the GEL and Grassroots projects. She also undertook most of the original administrative work to set up Eco Innovation, including the implementation of an accounting system, registration for VAT and Tax payments, general organisation of the Eco Innovation office and the creation of a database of contacts and partner organisations. She also researched funding opportunities and general thematic information on the concept of Eco Innovation, as well as participating in the creation of a business plan and leaflet and writing a report on her time with Eco Innovation.