• CERAWEEK 2025 | March 10-14, 2025
  • CERAWEEK
  • March 10 - 14, 2025

Alexandra Dimitrijevic

S&P Ratings Services

Global Head of Research & Development

Alexandra Dimitrijevic is a senior executive at S&P Global Ratings with more than 25 years of experience in finance and a deep understanding of global credit markets across multiple industries and cycles. As the Global Head of Research and Development at S&P Global Ratings and Founder-Chair of the S&P Global Research Council, she leads research to assess the global implications of macro-credit and market trends and emerging risks. She drives change and innovation through new product development, particularly in sustainable finance as the business lead for the acquisition and integration of Cicero Shades of Green—which positioned S&P Global Ratings as the market leader for Second Party Opinions on green bonds. Her research team leverages the depth and breadth of a unique network of 1,500 rating experts to produce thought leadership articles on a range of topics including credit cycle, climate change, energy transition, cybersecurity and the digitalization of markets. Alexandra chairs the flagship Credit Conditions Committee, a global risk monitoring platform that assesses macro, credit and market trends and key risks, underpinning the house view across the company. During her career at S&P, she held a range of leadership roles, including Head of Corporate Ratings in EMEA and Criteria Officer in charge of the methodology for sovereign ratings. As such, she developed extensive experience across asset classes. Alexandra is a senior spokesperson with a wide range of stakeholders, including the media, investors, policymakers, and regulators. As a passionate advocate for social equity, she is the co-founder of the S&P Global Diversity Research Lab, and is a member of the Women in Research organization in Paris and the Women in Fixed Income in London. she serves as a board member of the economic policy think tank Bruegel.  

Sessions With Alexandra Dimitrijevic

Monday, 18 March

  • 03:30pm - 04:10pm (CST) / 18/mar/2024 08:30 pm - 18/mar/2024 09:10 pm

    Breakthrough Applications of AI
    Digitalization/AI/Machine Learning/Robotics/Cybersecurity

    Digital technologies have significant potential to accelerate clean energy transitions across the energy sector as digitalization helps to reduce costs and emissions and improve efficiency. For example, in the power sector, digital technologies can help integrate increasing shares of variable renewables and improve the reliability of grids. Where are the new opportunities to use digital technologies to accelerate energy transition?  What are the barriers to implementation? 

Wednesday, 20 March

  • 10:30am - 11:15am (CST) / 20/mar/2024 03:30 pm - 20/mar/2024 04:15 pm

    S&P Global | Women in Leadership: What’s the holdup?
  • 03:40pm - 04:10pm (CST) / 20/mar/2024 08:40 pm - 20/mar/2024 09:10 pm

    Symbiosis or Standoff: U.S.-China relations and climate action
    Climate & Sustainability

    As the world’s two largest economies and carbon emitters, the U.S.-China relationship holds significant implications for global efforts to combat climate change. What is the potential for symbiotic collaboration and what are the risks of standoff between these key players? How can shared climate goals foster cooperation in areas such as clean energy technology development, emissions reduction targets and international climate agreements? Join the conversation as we analyze the opportunities and challenges in U.S.-China climate relations and explore pathways for constructive engagement towards a sustainable future. We'll also discuss the geopolitical tensions and policy differences that may hinder effective collaboration. From trade disputes to political differences, understanding the complexities of US-China relations is crucial for advancing meaningful climate action on a global scale.