Christian Salles

I am a Technical Director at PreScouter, where I help clients in the Natural Resources and Energy sector align their sustainability, efficiency, and financial goals with the latest innovations. My work focuses on disruptive technologies in Carbon Capture & Utilization, Waste Management, Biofuels, Oil & Gas, Mining, and Renewable Energy, ensuring that clients stay ahead of emerging trends and solutions.

With a background in Materials Engineering and Science, I bring years of experience in the energy industry, particularly in aging management, failure analysis, and technical consultancy. My expertise spans special alloy manufacturing, corrosion monitoring, and degradation assessment in critical infrastructure, including nuclear power plants.

At PreScouter, I lead the Natural Resources vertical, mentoring project managers, driving business development, and developing roadmaps for CO₂ reduction across industries. I specialize in modeling mass, energy, and carbon flows to evaluate the cost-effectiveness of decarbonization strategies. Additionally, I contribute to thought leadership by publishing industry insights, reports, and white papers.

Beyond my role at PreScouter, I have held academic positions, teaching Materials Science at UTN Facultad Regional General Pacheco, Instituto Tecnológico de Buenos Aires, and Instituto Sabato. My passion for innovation and technical excellence extends to my previous role at CNEA, where I worked on corrosion monitoring, failure analysis, and materials selection for nuclear applications.

Through my work, I aim to bridge the gap between cutting-edge research and real-world applications, helping industries transition toward a more sustainable future.