Meet the Team Behind the Oasis Cone
Ariel Christian Heredia Jimenez
Chief Executive Officer, Co-Founder Of Carbon Blue Solutions
Ariel is the visionary leader behind Carbon Blue Solutions. With a deep passion for environmental innovation and sustainable development, he drives the company’s mission to create real, measurable climate solutions.
His leadership fuses strategic insight, business acumen, and a relentless commitment to transformation. Under Ariel’s guidance, Carbon Blue is redefining what’s possible in arid-zone reforestation and carbon capture.
Docent Maria Shuklina
Chief Science Officer
Based in Spain, Docent Maria Shuklina leads scientific research at Carbon Blue with unmatched expertise in agricultural systems, salinity management, and dryland irrigation.
From 1990 to 1996, she served as Senior Researcher at the Scientific Production Association "Irrigation," pioneering methods to optimize crop yields under saline stress.
With deep credentials in environmental science, auditing, and crisis management, Maria brings both technical rigor and practical wisdom to every project — helping turn theory into field-ready impact.
Alexey Idrisov
Co-Founder & Strategic Communications Lead
Alexey is the creative force behind Carbon Blue’s public voice and global partnerships. As co-founder, he oversees media strategy, storytelling, and investor outreach — making complex science understandable, and bold ideas irresistible.
With a background spanning environmental advocacy, international business, and political communication, Alexey bridges the gap between technology and influence. His work ensures Carbon Blue doesn’t just innovate — it inspires.