Environment & Cleantech

Skilled professionals dedicated to innovative technologies and practices that reduce environmental impact and promote sustainability

Sophie Kempston

Sophie Kempston

Sophie Kempston (she/they) is a current PhD candidate in the School for Cross-Faculty Studies at the University of Warwick. Her research focuses on measuring the sustainability impacts of the increase of demand for critical raw materials as a result of the UK's increasing demand for electric vehicles. This includes forecasting scenarios for electric vehicle uptake and battery market shares in the UK, and developing a framework to assess the holistic sustainability impacts of these scenarios. They are also a Graduate Teaching Assistant in the School for Cross-Faculty Studies at their University and are kindly funded by the Leverhulme Trust through the TRANSFORM Doctoral Programme.

Sophie Kempston (she/they) is a current PhD candidate in the School for Cross-Faculty Studies at the University of Warwick. Her research focuses on measuring the sustainability impacts of the increase of demand for critical raw materials as a result ... Show more

Ankita Prakash

Ankita Prakash

Ankita is currently part of the Founders' Office at Mavarick AI, a climate-tech startup based in the EU. The company leverages AI to help manufacturing companies address Scope 3 emissions and drive sustainable impact.

Previously, Ankita worked at Invact, an ed-tech startup focused on upskilling unemployed graduates from Tier 2+ cities in India. At Invact, she was part of the Founders' Office, managing a wide range of B2C initiatives, including strategy, marketing, product development, and daily operations.

Now working in the B2B sector, Ankita brings her experience from both B2C and B2B contexts to her role at Mavarick AI. As a generalist, she supports initiatives across strategy, product development, and daily operations.

Ankita is currently part of the Founders' Office at Mavarick AI, a climate-tech startup based in the EU. The company leverages AI to help manufacturing companies address Scope 3 emissions and drive sustainable impact. Previously, Ankita worked at ... Show more

D. Beth Griffith

D. Beth Griffith

Beth Griffith, BAP, GIP, HIC, LEED, is the founder of Renewable Renegades and ANEC Ventures, where she helps mission-driven organizations responsibly adopt AI, automation, and clean energy strategies that strengthen people, systems, and communities.

Working at the intersection of responsible AI, workforce development, renewable energy, and inclusive business growth, Beth brings a practical, human-centered lens to emerging technology. Her work focuses on helping governments, nonprofits, NGOs, public sector teams, and small businesses build AI capacity without losing sight of trust, accountability, and human dignity.

Beth brings a people-first perspective on agentic AI: how organizations can design AI agents with the right guardrails, increase human capital through AI capital, and build systems that elevate workers, leaders, and the communities they serve.

Beth Griffith, BAP, GIP, HIC, LEED, is the founder of Renewable Renegades and ANEC Ventures, where she helps mission-driven organizations responsibly adopt AI, automation, and clean energy strategies that strengthen people, systems, and communities. ... Show more

Gaetan Costa-Mula

Gaetan Costa-Mula

I am an executive with 15+ years of experience and a core conviction: sustainable transformation is never about technology alone. It is about the equilibrium between People, Tools, and Processes.

I approach the current AI shift with that same pragmatic lens. AI is a strategic lever that only delivers ROI when supported by robust governance and a profound evolution of organizational culture. My mission is to ensure that "Digital" translates directly into measurable impact, operational resilience, and long-term business value.

I am an executive with 15+ years of experience and a core conviction: sustainable transformation is never about technology alone. It is about the equilibrium between People, Tools, and Processes. I approach the current AI shift with that same prag... Show more

Andrew Lehren

Andrew Lehren

Andy Lehren is investigations editor for Mongabay, a leading global environmental news organization. He is director of investigative reporting at CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism. On the IRE Board of Directors. Former investigative reporter for The New York Times and NBC News. Won 100+ journalism honors, including Polk, Peabody, Emmys, multiple IRE awards, contributed to a Pulitzer and part of a Pulitzer finalist team. Works extensively in data journalism, including for NICAR.

Andy Lehren is investigations editor for Mongabay, a leading global environmental news organization. He is director of investigative reporting at CUNY’s Graduate School of Journalism. On the IRE Board of Directors. Former investigative reporter for T... Show more

Carolin Lange

Carolin Lange

Carolin Lange is a research associate at the Institute of Production Science (wbk) at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). Her work focuses on quality assurance, sustainable electronics and eco-design, as well as remanufacturing, combining technical innovation with sustainable production approaches. Carolin studied Mechanical Engineering at KIT, where she developed a strong passion for future-oriented and sustainable manufacturing systems.

Carolin Lange is a research associate at the Institute of Production Science (wbk) at the Karlsruhe Institute of Technology (KIT). Her work focuses on quality assurance, sustainable electronics and eco-design, as well as remanufacturing, combining te... Show more

Srungarapati Abhilash

Srungarapati Abhilash

I'm a Graduate Engineer with the City of Houston Public Works, specializing in wastewater infrastructure operations and environmental compliance. My work focuses on addressing complex urban challenges such as sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), infrastructure constraints, and system reliability within one of the largest municipal utility systems in the United States.
I bring a strong field-oriented perspective, working closely with inspection teams, analyzing CCTV data, and supporting risk-based maintenance strategies to improve system performance. My interests include sustainable infrastructure, data-driven decision-making, and enhancing resilience in public utility systems.
I actively engaged in professional development and knowledge-sharing initiatives and is committed to contributing practical, scalable solutions to the evolving challenges in environmental engineering and urban infrastructure.

I'm a Graduate Engineer with the City of Houston Public Works, specializing in wastewater infrastructure operations and environmental compliance. My work focuses on addressing complex urban challenges such as sanitary sewer overflows (SSOs), infrastr... Show more

Anu Ranade

Anu Ranade

I am an Associate Professor of Anatomy and Cell Biology at the College of Medicine, University of Sharjah, with over thirty years of experience in medical education and academic leadership. I hold a Ph.D. in Anatomy from Manipal University, India, and specialize in clinical anatomy, reproductive biology, and molecular pathology. I teach across medical, dental, pharmacy, and allied health programs and serve as Course Chair, Unit Coordinator, and Lead Faculty within the integrated MBBS curriculum. I am a highly published researcher and a recipient of multiple awards for academic and teaching excellence.
In addition to my academic responsibilities, I provide leadership in community engagement and sustainability initiatives. I lead the LEAF (Linking Education and Farming) initiative at the University of Sharjah and spearhead multidisciplinary projects focused on food‑waste composting, plastic recycling, organic farming, and zero‑waste campus practices. Through these initiatives, I facilitate experiential learning and have trained many students in applied sustainability and environmental stewardship. Notably, I guide the first successful cultivation of black wheat in the UAE, contributing to national food security and sustainable agricultural practices. Through sustained collaborations with governmental organizations, non‑governmental agencies, and community outreach programs, I continue to advance sustainability education, social responsibility, and environmental awareness within the University of Sharjah and the wider community.

I am an Associate Professor of Anatomy and Cell Biology at the College of Medicine, University of Sharjah, with over thirty years of experience in medical education and academic leadership. I hold a Ph.D. in Anatomy from Manipal University, India, an... Show more

Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli

Meredith Danberg-Ficarelli

Meredith is the co-founder + COO of WATS. Meredith is a TRUE Zero Waste Advisor, sat on the Board of Directors of the US Composting Council from 2020-2025, and was recognized with the 2019 Recycling Leadership award by the New York State Association of Reduction, Reuse, and Recycling. Meredith holds a BA in Anthropology from the University of Virginia and a MS in Urban Policy and Sustainability Analysis from the New School, plays ice hockey, and loves sandwiches.

Meredith is the co-founder + COO of WATS. Meredith is a TRUE Zero Waste Advisor, sat on the Board of Directors of the US Composting Council from 2020-2025, and was recognized with the 2019 Recycling Leadership award by the New York State Association ... Show more

Peter Kipkosgei

Peter Kipkosgei

Peter Kipkosgei is a Senior Technical Trainer with Kenya’s Ministry of Education – State Department of TVET, where he has been training and mentoring the next generation of geospatial and surveying professionals since 2021. He specializes in delivering competency-based training in surveying, mapping, planning, GIS and remote sensing, while also setting and marking national examinations.
Beyond the classroom, Peter is an accomplished Environmental and GIS Specialist with extensive experience in spatial data analysis, geodatabase design, land use mapping, remote sensing, and environmental projects. He has worked across private sector, consultancy, and climate-focused initiatives, including project management, technical operations oversight, and capacity building.
He is an all-rounded professional who values teamwork, strategic planning, and disciplined time management. He bridges technical expertise with practical training to strengthen Kenya’s human capital in the geospatial and environmental sectors.

Peter Kipkosgei is a Senior Technical Trainer with Kenya’s Ministry of Education – State Department of TVET, where he has been training and mentoring the next generation of geospatial and surveying professionals since 2021. He specializes in deliveri... Show more

Xantha Bruso

Xantha Bruso

Xantha Bruso is a Principal on PG&E’s Clean Energy Transportation team, where she identifies and implements strategies to mitigate the impact of EV load on the grid as PG&E advances towards its goal of serving three million EVs by 2030.
Xantha previously coordinated the transportation electrification practice at Energy & Environmental Economics, managed transportation electrification projects at Cadmus, and led automated vehicle policy and partnerships at AAA. While at PG&E from 2006-2018, she held roles covering clean transportation strategy, climate policy, energy procurement, corporate sustainability, and renewable energy and carbon offset programs. Xantha earned a Master of City Planning degree from MIT, an MBA from Presidio Graduate School, and a BA from Dartmouth College. Outside of work, Xantha serves as the Board President of the Marin County Bicycle Coalition.

Xantha Bruso is a Principal on PG&E’s Clean Energy Transportation team, where she identifies and implements strategies to mitigate the impact of EV load on the grid as PG&E advances towards its goal of serving three million EVs by 2030. Xantha prev... Show more

Bernice Notenboom

Bernice Notenboom

The Climate Adventurer
Bernice Notenboom is one of the world's most prominent explorers focusing on the climate crisis. She translates complex scientific data from the Earth's most remote regions into compelling stories for a global audience. She splits her time between the Netherlands and the mountains of Fernie, British Columbia. Bernice Notenboom's latest work and documentaries focus heavily on the intersection of extreme survival and climate action. Here is the summary of her newest book and where to find her films:

New Book: Survival Mind (2025)
Released in October 2025, Survival Mind moves beyond technical survival gear to explore the "inner equipment" of the human brain.

The Core Question: Why do some people survive extreme life-and-death situations while others do not? Is it instinct, mental strength, or pure luck?

Scientific Insight: Notenboom combines hair-raising personal stories from her expeditions (including a near-fatal accident in Siberia) with neuroscience to explain how the brain makes decisions under intense pressure. Key Takeaway: The book is designed to help readers build resilience and "mental vitality" for everyday life and the growing challenges of the climate crisis. It has been praised by physiologists and critics for its clear, personal style that makes you feel like an expedition member yourself.

The Climate Adventurer Bernice Notenboom is one of the world's most prominent explorers focusing on the climate crisis. She translates complex scientific data from the Earth's most remote regions into compelling stories for a global audience. She sp... Show more

Nancy Wayua

Nancy Wayua

I am a GIS and Remote Sensing Analyst with a passion for using geospatial data to analyze environmental and spatial challenges. I specialize in spatial analysis, satellite imagery interpretation, and map visualization to support data-driven decision-making. I am motivated by turning complex geospatial data into clear insights that drive sustainable and impactful solutions.

I am a GIS and Remote Sensing Analyst with a passion for using geospatial data to analyze environmental and spatial challenges. I specialize in spatial analysis, satellite imagery interpretation, and map visualization to support data-driven decision... Show more

David Gyulnazaryan

David Gyulnazaryan

David based in Nice, France is a Data Centre
Decarbonisation and Heat Reuse consultant with many years of experience in district heating, HVAC and data centre cooling. He worked for global heat transfer companies during the last 20 years and has a comprehensive approach for data
centre design.
David is committed to offer technical & ownership consulting services to his clients, with a special focus on the data centre industry and heat reuse applications for
different climates. His support based on carbon footprint analysis and climate profile provide the transparency and avoid the “greenwashing”.
He is well-known for representing the Open Compute Project Foundation (OCP) in the EMEA region and active participation in OCP Cooling Environments Project. He is also a member of Technology Committee at Infrastructural Masons (iMasons).

David based in Nice, France is a Data Centre Decarbonisation and Heat Reuse consultant with many years of experience in district heating, HVAC and data centre cooling. He worked for global heat transfer companies during the last 20 years and has a c... Show more

Bhavik Shah

Bhavik Shah

I am an environmental engineer specializing in water and wastewater treatment design, process optimization, and regulatory compliance. I hold an M.S. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Southern California and currently work as a Staff Engineer at NCS Engineers, delivering RO, produced water reuse, and uranium removal projects for municipal and industrial clients.

I am an environmental engineer specializing in water and wastewater treatment design, process optimization, and regulatory compliance. I hold an M.S. in Environmental Engineering from the University of Southern California and currently work as a Staf... Show more

Sarang Sarage

Sarang Sarage

PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER | Seminars for Global Sustainable Development
IM: 917218150760 & Email: creatorsarangprojectyogworld@gmail.com

PROFESSIONAL SPEAKER | Seminars for Global Sustainable Development IM: 917218150760 & Email: creatorsarangprojectyogworld@gmail.com Show more

Anne Dhir

Anne Dhir

Anne is a service designer and creative strategist.
She is passionate about achieving sustainable growth by tackling complex systems and balancing the interests of organisations, customers, staff, and the planet. She helps organisations find the path from intention to delivery and learn to design for themselves.
She is a ‘design magpie’, sharing insights across sectors and pushing the boundaries of design by learning from other disciplines.

Anne is a service designer and creative strategist. She is passionate about achieving sustainable growth by tackling complex systems and balancing the interests of organisations, customers, staff, and the planet. She helps organisations find the pat... Show more

Adam Katongole

Adam Katongole

Katongole Adam is a Civil Engineering student at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), Uganda, and an emerging AI innovator passionate about building technologies that give African communities a voice in the digital age. Beyond his engineering studies, Adam is leading pioneering work in low-resource speech technologies, currently developing a Luganda text-to-speech (TTS) system designed to produce natural, intelligible voices for one of Uganda’s most widely spoken languages.

He is the President of the Mbarara University Engineering Society (MUES), a Mastercard Foundation Fellow, and a finalist at the IEEE Africa Entrepreneurship Summit, where he has pitched projects ranging from AgriTech solutions to AI-powered EdTech platforms. His work bridges technical innovation and social impact, with a strong focus on how AI can empower local languages, education, and entrepreneurship in Africa

Katongole Adam is a Civil Engineering student at Mbarara University of Science and Technology (MUST), Uganda, and an emerging AI innovator passionate about building technologies that give African communities a voice in the digital age. Beyond his eng... Show more

Dian van Heijningen

Dian van Heijningen

I'm a Product Owner of a Cloud Engineering & Enablement team at a Governmental Software company called Wigo4it, which builds Social Security software. I was part of the digital transformation Wigo4it made from a old-fashioned traditional company to a fully focused Cloud and DevOps organization.

With my enthusiasm and creativity, I like to help organizations gain new insights to become more Cloud and DevOps-oriented. I'm fascinated by the fact that people have a fixed mindset and I always try to inspire others in a unique way to be more successful.

I'm a frequent speaker at various conferences. Last year I delivered sessions at events like Techorama, Microsoft Belgium Government Day, International Product owner Day, Azure Meet-ups, and many more. Microsoft often asks me to give customer case presentations about our transformation.

Lately the greening of IT has gained more of my interest. A topic that seems to not be considered while we're all building new software and services. It's time for the World to add the greening of IT to our digital transformations as well.

You can always contact me to talk about subjects like: DevOps, Cloud Computing, Sustainable IT, and Growth Mindset.

I'm a Product Owner of a Cloud Engineering & Enablement team at a Governmental Software company called Wigo4it, which builds Social Security software. I was part of the digital transformation Wigo4it made from a old-fashioned traditional company to a... Show more

Carlos Octavio Graffi

Carlos Octavio Graffi

Cordobés. Diseñador en lo profesional y en la vida. Tengo más de 10 años como diseñador, cerca de 6 años como UX y Product Designer. Hace más de 3 años que lidero el área de Product Design, y actualmente estoy a cargo de la vertical de "Product Impact" en Open Earth Foundation, una non-profit internacional que colabora con organizaciones como la ONU, donde nos dedicamos a construir tecnología open-source para que más ciudades y países puedan reducir y hacer frente al impacto del cambio climático.
Fundé Rediseñar: un blog y comunidad abierta que explora la intersección entre diseño, tecnología y ambiente, desde una perspectiva ética y humanista. Subimos contenido y organizamos espacios para que más personas diseñadoras conozcan cómo generar un impacto positivo a través del diseño.
Lidero el capítulo local en Córdoba de la comunidad de The Interaction Design Foundation. Una de las organizaciones de e-learning sobre Diseño UX más grandes a nivel mundial.

Cordobés. Diseñador en lo profesional y en la vida. Tengo más de 10 años como diseñador, cerca de 6 años como UX y Product Designer. Hace más de 3 años que lidero el área de Product Design, y actualmente estoy a cargo de la vertical de "Product Impac... Show more

Chris Dean

Chris Dean

A frustrated scientist at heart, with over 25 years’ experience in cross-sector digital innovation, transformation and software development for award winning start-ups, SME's and blue-chips. Now leading GreenCode and consulting on/developing solutions for AI and climate/sustainability applications.

A frustrated scientist at heart, with over 25 years’ experience in cross-sector digital innovation, transformation and software development for award winning start-ups, SME's and blue-chips. Now leading GreenCode and consulting on/developing solution... Show more

Abelaïd Soilihi

Abelaïd Soilihi

Après une expérience en tant que Responsable Environnement chez Vinci, Abelaïd s’est spécialisé dans l’accompagnement des entreprises vers une responsabilité sociétale plus engagée et durable. Consultant en RSE avec une forte expertise dans les enjeux énergétiques, il aide les PME à structurer et mettre en œuvre des stratégies alignées avec les attentes réglementaires et les exigences du marché.

Son approche couvre les piliers de la RSE – environnement, social et gouvernance –, avec un focus particulier sur l’optimisation de la performance énergétique et la transition vers des modèles plus durables. Il intervient auprès des départements RH, QSE et marketing pour intégrer des pratiques responsables et optimiser leur impact. Il propose des missions stratégiques et opérationnelles, allant de la sensibilisation à la mise en conformité, en passant par l’élaboration de plans d’actions concrets.

En parallèle, Abelaïd partage son savoir en tant que formateur en RSE dans plusieurs écoles de commerce. Il enseigne aussi bien à des étudiants en Bachelor qu’en Master, en mettant un accent particulier sur les enjeux énergétiques et la transition écologique dans le cadre de la RSE.

Engagé dans des projets à impact, il est le fondateur de Tajiri Farm, une initiative qui promeut une agriculture durable grâce à l’intelligence artificielle. Ce projet vise à optimiser les ressources, améliorer les rendements et favoriser des pratiques agricoles responsables en s’appuyant sur les nouvelles technologies.

Après une expérience en tant que Responsable Environnement chez Vinci, Abelaïd s’est spécialisé dans l’accompagnement des entreprises vers une responsabilité sociétale plus engagée et durable. Consultant en RSE avec une forte expertise dans les enjeu... Show more

Astrid Wynne

Astrid Wynne

Astrid is Head of Public Sector and Sustainability at Techbuyer, which specialises in sustainable solutions for Enterprise IT hardware. She is a Chartered Environmentalist and full member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (IEMA). Astrid has co-authored a number of academic papers on circular economy and energy efficiency in the IT sector and also lead the development of the Sustainability Best Practice whitepaper for the UK data centre sector through the DCA. Her current focus is industry training on sustainability and net zero through the delivery of IEMA certified courses at Techbuyer.

Astrid is Head of Public Sector and Sustainability at Techbuyer, which specialises in sustainable solutions for Enterprise IT hardware. She is a Chartered Environmentalist and full member of the Institute of Environmental Management and Assessment (I... Show more

Bharat Raj Thukral

Bharat Raj Thukral

Bharat Raj Thukral is an architect, industrial designer, worldbuilder, and founder of Dasein Lab, a multidisciplinary worldbuilding studio working across architecture, material research, circular systems, ecological futures, and experimental arts. He graduated in Architecture from CEPT University, Ahmedabad, and has professional training experience from Japan, having worked with Shigeru Ban Architects and Meglab, Tokyo. He has also been part of the Healthy Materials Lab programme at Parsons School of Design, New York, where his interests in healthy materials, climate-responsive design, and circular construction systems deepened.

Bharat’s practice bridges speculative imagination with real-world material and ecological urgencies. He is the recipient of the Saint-Gobain Transparence Grant for DebrisCrete, a hyper-local material solution developed using construction and demolition waste and agricultural residues. He also received the Nirmal Dhingra Trust Scholarship for his bamboo joinery innovation, developed through his research on assembly-based temporary structures. Through Dasein Lab, he is developing studio frameworks that connect CLI-FI worldbuilding, speculative infrastructures, biomimicry, vernacular knowledge systems, and circular material practices into tangible design propositions for climate-resilient futures.

His work has been exhibited and presented across platforms including the London Design Festival, Serendipity Arts Festival, BLR Hubba, and other cultural, ecological, and design-led contexts. Alongside his studio practice, Bharat is developing a worldbuilding curriculum that brings together architecture, climate fiction, systems thinking, storytelling, and spatial design. He also conducted India’s first Worldbuilding Hackathon at École Intuit Lab, Calcutta, positioning worldbuilding as a practical design method for imagining and prototyping futures that are contextually grounded, materially aware, and socially transformative.

Bharat Raj Thukral is an architect, industrial designer, worldbuilder, and founder of Dasein Lab, a multidisciplinary worldbuilding studio working across architecture, material research, circular systems, ecological futures, and experimental arts. He... Show more

Dave Barbier

Dave Barbier

Dave is a professional administrator, educator and facilitator with expertise in sustainability, project development and completion, Higher Education and Experiential Education. He has been an environmental advocate for over 35 years and is currently directing the Office of Sustainability at University of Wisconsin of Stevens Point.

Dave is a professional administrator, educator and facilitator with expertise in sustainability, project development and completion, Higher Education and Experiential Education. He has been an environmental advocate for over 35 years and is currentl... Show more

Katerina Brandes

Katerina Brandes

Katerina Brandes hat einen Bildungshintergrund in Ressourcenmanagement und Entwicklungszusammenarbeit und verfügt über Forschungserfahrung zu globalen Nachhaltigkeitsthemen, unter anderem in Tansania und Indien. Ihre freiberufliche Arbeitserfahrung in der Erwachsenenbildung führten sie an das Zentrum für Lehrentwicklung der TH Köln. Dort arbeitet sie in einem Karriereentwicklungsprogramm für Wissenschaftler*innen früher Karrierestufen mit dem Schwerpunkt transformative Wissenschaft. Ihr besonderes Interesse liegt in der Gestaltung kreativer, interaktiver Workshopformate mit körperorientierten und theaterpädagogischen Methoden.

Katerina Brandes hat einen Bildungshintergrund in Ressourcenmanagement und Entwicklungszusammenarbeit und verfügt über Forschungserfahrung zu globalen Nachhaltigkeitsthemen, unter anderem in Tansania und Indien. Ihre freiberufliche Arbeitserfahrung i... Show more

Peter Yeltulme Mwinlaaru

Peter Yeltulme Mwinlaaru

Peter Y. Mwinlaaru is a Data Scientist at the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) specializing in environmental statistics, alternative data sources, and innovative approaches to official statistics production. He leads Ghana's pioneering AIS-based maritime emissions monitoring initiative, applying the IMO Fourth GHG Study methodology to quantify CO₂ emissions from vessels in Ghana's territorial waters—the first such system implemented by a National Statistical Office in West Africa.
His expertise spans the full data science pipeline: from processing millions of AIS vessel tracking records to developing interactive R Shiny dashboards for policy-ready visualization. He is proficient in R, Python, and Quarto, with advanced skills in spatial data analysis, machine learning, and Reproducible Analytical Pipelines (RAP) for transparent and sustainable statistical production.
Peter has extensive experience working with alternative and large-scale data sources, including satellite imagery (night-time lights), Automatic Identification System (AIS) data, and call detail records (CDRs), integrating these with traditional survey and administrative data to expand the scope of official statistics. He was a member of the winning team at the 2023 UN Datathon.
He holds an MPhil in Economics, a Bachelor of Education in Economics and Mathematics, and is currently pursuing a PhD in Economics at the University of Cape Coast. Peter is passionate about building statistical capacity across Africa and believes that open-source tools and knowledge sharing are essential for data-driven climate action on the continent.

Peter Y. Mwinlaaru is a Data Scientist at the Ghana Statistical Service (GSS) specializing in environmental statistics, alternative data sources, and innovative approaches to official statistics production. He leads Ghana's pioneering AIS-based marit... Show more

Inusa Kendja mpia

Inusa Kendja mpia

I am a Senior IT Project Manager and the founder of the Kin Clean project, an initiative addressing two major challenges in Kinshasa: inefficient urban waste management and deforestation caused by widespread use of traditional charcoal.

The Kin Clean project, currently in progress, combines technology, ecological solutions, and citizen engagement to create a sustainable and profitable system. Our approach includes:

A mobile application allowing citizens and businesses to register, track, and pay for waste management services,
Production of eco-charcoal from organic waste,
Conversion of plastic waste into fuel through pyrolysis,
A monthly enrollment system for households and institutions.

So far, Kin Clean has engaged over 100 active subscribers, with plans to scale participation to thousands of citizens. The project has already collected over 200 tons of waste and monitored 50 hectares of forest areas. We are actively seeking partners and investors to fully scale this initiative.

I have over 5 years of experience in IT project management, including leading cross-functional teams, implementing digital transformation projects, and deploying software solutions for public and private clients. I am passionate about practical ways to use technology to solve real-world problems and create measurable social and environmental impact.

I am a Senior IT Project Manager and the founder of the Kin Clean project, an initiative addressing two major challenges in Kinshasa: inefficient urban waste management and deforestation caused by widespread use of traditional charcoal. The Kin Cl... Show more

Jean Roman

Jean Roman

Ingénieur spécialisé en environnement, devenu expert en définition et implantation de stratégie bas-carbone au sein des organisations, du bilan carbone au plan d'action opérationnel, au sein de Toovalu, éditeur de logiciel ayant créé Impact, un outil de suivi et de pilotage de sa stratégie Climat & RSE.

Ingénieur spécialisé en environnement, devenu expert en définition et implantation de stratégie bas-carbone au sein des organisations, du bilan carbone au plan d'action opérationnel, au sein de Toovalu, éditeur de logiciel ayant créé Impact, un outil... Show more

Valeria Stromtsova

Valeria Stromtsova

I'm a climate tech product manager/owner with >4 years of PM experience who prospers in mission-led teams. I love turning ambiguity into clarity and helping teams move forward with focus and empathy.

With a background in fintech and experience as an engineer, I bring a structured, technical mindset to product work. My skill set spans product, UX, user research, and implementation, allowing me to collaborate deeply with both design and engineering teams. I care about meaningful impact, transparent communication, and connecting product work to real-world change.

Beyond work, I’m involved in ecological and humanitarian projects and enjoy collaborating with others who are building for people and the planet.

I'm a climate tech product manager/owner with >4 years of PM experience who prospers in mission-led teams. I love turning ambiguity into clarity and helping teams move forward with focus and empathy. With a background in fintech and experience as ... Show more

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