For more than 10 years Roberta has been working in as science officer for the World Climate Research Programme, coordinating scientific efforts worldwide to address the knowledge gaps in understanding Earth climate system. She lead a team of scientists advancing in the application of climate change research to develop climate adaptation strategies, which contributed to shaping the vision of the UN lead initiative lead by the WMO – Global Framework for Climate Services (GFCS). The aim is to enable society to better manage the risks and opportunities arising from climate variability and change through the provision of science-based climate information and prediction. Roberta currently leads the WMO effort in implementing climate services for the energy sector, particularly in developing countries.