Pete Antico is a macro-economic scholar with a deep understanding of the rapidly changing velocity of capital and its effects on the global marketplace.  A passionate advocate for Amazon Forest conservation, sustainability and green finance structures, Antico brings with him a wealth of experience with regards to structuring socially responsible investment opportunities in the field of renewable energy, recycling and economic development. A consummate academic, Antico not only offers extraordinary insight into financial instruments, but is currently involved with broad research interests in environmental technology including aspects of the subject relating to materials science, energy systems, transportation and transportation energy use, and economics.  As a devout environmentalist, Antico is a member of the founding circle of Artists for Amazonia, and also serves on the Board of Directors of Indigenous Celebration. Both nonprofits provide support for the Ecuadorian and Amazonian indigenous peoples in protecting its Rainforests and building a sustainable infrastructure.