Ecopetrol Shuffles Top Leadership in Energy Transition and Innovation
Event summary
- Sergio Andrés Moreno Acevedo steps down as Corporate Vice President of Science, Technology and Innovation on August 31, 2026.
- Diana Marcela Acero Rojas appointed Acting Corporate Vice President of Science, Technology and Innovation effective September 1, 2026.
- Henryk Manuel Porras Villamil named Acting Executive Vice President of Energy Transition, replacing Ernesto Alfonso Gómez Cabarcas.
- Gómez Cabarcas to take statutory leave before pursuing new professional opportunities.
The big picture
Ecopetrol's leadership changes come as the Colombian energy giant navigates dual priorities of maintaining hydrocarbon dominance while expanding into energy transition and innovation. With operations spanning Colombia, the U.S., Brazil, and Mexico, and significant stakes in energy transmission through ISA, these shifts could signal strategic realignment in a volatile energy market. The company's ability to balance traditional oil & gas with emerging energy sectors will be critical to its long-term positioning.
What we're watching
- Transition Execution
- How Henryk Manuel Porras Villamil's leadership will impact Ecopetrol's energy transition strategy.
- Innovation Continuity
- Whether Diana Marcela Acero Rojas can sustain momentum in science and technology initiatives.
- Governance Dynamics
- The pace at which Ecopetrol finalizes permanent appointments for these key roles.