Claudio Kriegel is a writer, interpreter, and sustainability advocate whose career spans more than 15 years across language services, writing, and cross-cultural communication. He earned dual Bachelor of Arts degrees in Psychology and Anthropology from North Carolina State University, where he was actively involved in the NC State Sustainability Stewards program — a leadership group dedicated to environmental education and campus stewardship.
Claudio’s interests center on how human behavior, culture, and community shape the natural world. His work has included community-driven sustainability initiatives in El Salvador, where he contributed to building environmentally responsible fishing supplies, securing funding, and coordinating project logistics. Today, he brings that same passion and curiosity to UtilitiesForMyHome.com, writing about sustainable living solutions and the relationship between everyday choices and environmental impact.
Bachelors of Science in Psychology/Anthropology from North Carolina State University
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