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Regenerative Agriculture: Market Dynamics

by | Jul 21, 2025 | Research

Regenerative Agriculture - Market Dynamics
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Executive Summary

Agriculture stands at the crossroads of critical global challenges, from climate change and biodiversity loss to food insecurity and economic disparities. While traditional agricultural practices have focused on maximizing short-term yields, they have often done so at the expense of long-term environmental sustainability. Regenerative agriculture, by contrast, offers a transformative approach that seeks to restore degraded ecosystems through practices that enhance soil health, increase biodiversity, and build resilience against environmental pressures. This dynamic system not only mitigates the environmental impacts of agriculture but also ensures economic and social benefits for communities worldwide.

The global market for regenerative agriculture underscores its increasing importance and potential. According to projections from the North America Regenerative Agriculture Market Report by Apollo Research, the market value is expected to grow from $75 billion in 2023 to $145 billion by 2033 globally, with North America’s market increasing from $30 billion to $65 billion over the same period. This growth trajectory reflects a rising demand for sustainable practices and products, driven by heightened consumer awareness, corporate climate initiatives, and government incentives.

Figure 1: Regenerative Agriculture Market Growth (2023-2033) (Source: Apollo Reports, 2024).

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The steady growth of both global and regional markets demonstrates the financial viability and scalability of regenerative agriculture. As depicted in Figure 1, the consistent upward trend provides a compelling case for policymakers, private investors, and agricultural stakeholders to prioritize regenerative practices as a sustainable and profitable solution for the future.

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Scope and Purpose

The purpose of this paper is to examine the obstacles to adopting regenerative agriculture and to propose practical strategies for overcoming them. It aligns with global sustainability objectives, including the Paris Agreement and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, while also considering the role of regional initiatives like the U.S. Climate-Smart Commodities Program and the European Union’s Farm-to-Fork Strategy, as outlined in Scaling Regenerative Agriculture: Economic and Policy Considerations and the Strategic Pathways for Advancing Regenerative Agriculture.

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Key Challenges

  1. Market Failures: Traditional economic analysis often undervalues the societal and ecological benefits of regenerative systems. Ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration and biodiversity are rarely quantified or factored into decision-making processes, creating a gap in understanding their long-term value, according to Scaling Regenerative Agriculture: Economic and Policy Considerations.

  2. Barriers to Adoption: Small-scale farmers face financial and technical challenges, including limited access to regenerative technologies, funding, and education, which restrict their ability to transition to these practices. As discussed in Strategic Pathways for Advancing Regenerative Agriculture, these barriers are particularly evident in regions where subsidies and financial incentives favor conventional farming.

  3. Policy Fragmentation: Disparate regulatory frameworks hinder coordinated efforts to promote regenerative systems, making it challenging to standardize practices such as soil health management and carbon credit systems. Strategic Pathways for Advancing Regenerative Agriculture highlights how fragmented policies at the national and regional levels create inconsistencies in implementation and investment.

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Opportunities for Value Creation

Regenerative agriculture is gaining momentum across North America, with both Canada and the U.S. witnessing significant market expansion. While both regions share common drivers, such as increasing consumer demand for sustainable products and government incentives, key differences exist in policy frameworks, adoption rates, and investment patterns.

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Figure 2: North America Regenerative Agriculture Market Growth (Source: Apollo Reports).

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Figure 3: Canada’s Regenerative Agriculture Market Growth (Source: Apollo Reports).

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​Market Growth in North America


The North American market for regenerative agriculture has been steadily expanding, driven by corporate sustainability commitments, increased investor interest, and government-backed programs such as the USDA Climate-Smart Commodities Program. Large-scale food producers and retailers have begun integrating regenerative supply chains, with financial incentives accelerating adoption.

Sector-Specific Growth Trends

  • Agroforestry, silvopasture, and aquaculture/ocean farming currently dominate regenerative agriculture in North America.

  • By 2033, agroforestry is expected to decline slightly from 19.2% (2023) to 17.5%, indicating a shift in investment priorities.

  • Meanwhile, biochar and holistically managed grazing are seeing the fastest growth, projected to increase from 8.6% to 9.5% and 9.4% to 10.7%, respectively (Figure 3).

  • No-till and pasture cropping are also expanding, growing from 10.3% to 11.7%, reflecting broader adoption among large-scale farmers.


Economic Growth and Investment

  • The North American regenerative agriculture market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 12.02% through 2033, indicating strong long-term confidence in the sector.

  • The U.S. leads in private sector investment, with agribusiness firms funding soil health initiatives and carbon credit programs, particularly in the no-till and agroforestry segments.


Market Growth in Canada

Canada’s regenerative agriculture sector is also growing steadily, though adoption rates remain slightly lower than in the U.S. due to differences in policy incentives and financial structures. Programs like Canada’s Agricultural Climate Solutions (ACS) Program are crucial in driving adoption by supporting on-farm climate mitigation practices.

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Sector-Specific Growth Trends

  • Agroforestry and silvopasture are the dominant practices, with agroforestry currently at 19.4% of the market share, projected to decrease slightly to 17.8% by 2033 (Figure 10).

  • Holistically managed grazing and no-till cropping are expected to see the highest growth rates, increasing from 9.5% to 10.9% and 10.5% to 11.9%, respectively, aligning with government incentives toward sustainable grazing and soil conservation.

  • Biochar and diversified cropping systems are also growing, reflecting Canada’s emphasis on carbon sequestration projects.

Market Expansion and Investment

  • The Canadian regenerative agriculture market is projected to reach $178.1 million by 2033, with a CAGR of 12.65%, surpassing the North American average.

  • Unlike the U.S., where corporate-driven regenerative supply chains dominate, Canada’s government plays a stronger role in direct funding, particularly in carbon sequestration projects.


Comparing U.S. and Canada

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Table 1: Comparing U.S. and Canada.

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Both the U.S. and Canada are experiencing significant growth in regenerative agriculture, but their approaches differ. The U.S. market is primarily driven by corporate investment, with agribusinesses and ESG funds playing a central role in scaling regenerative practices. In contrast, Canada’s growth is largely government-led, with direct funding and policy incentives supporting adoption. Despite these differences, both regions are seeing increasing adoption of no-till farming and grazing-based systems, reflecting a broader shift toward sustainable agricultural methods. Looking ahead, the Canadian market is projected to outpace North America’s overall growth rate, with a CAGR of 12.65% compared to 12.02% in the U.S., signaling a deepening commitment to long-term sustainability and climate resilience.

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Global Context

The transition to regenerative agriculture aligns with global sustainability frameworks, including the Paris Agreement and the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), particularly SDG 2 (Zero Hunger), SDG 13 (Climate Action), and SDG 15 (Life on Land). These commitments emphasize the urgency of climate-resilient agricultural systems that enhance food security while mitigating environmental degradation.

To accelerate this transition, national and regional initiatives have been established to bridge financial and policy gaps. In the United States, the USDA Climate-Smart Commodities Program provides targeted funding to support farmers in adopting climate-smart practices. Meanwhile, in the European Union, the Farm-to-Fork Strategy—a core component of the EU Green Deal—focuses on reducing pesticide use, improving biodiversity, and expanding organic farming initiatives. Together, these initiatives reflect the growing recognition of agriculture’s central role in achieving global sustainability goals.

Market Failures

A key challenge limiting the adoption of regenerative agriculture is the dominance of short-term economic frameworks that prioritize immediate financial returns over long-term environmental and societal benefits. Traditional economic models often fail to quantify the full value of ecosystem services such as carbon sequestration, improved water filtration, and enhanced biodiversity, leaving these critical benefits undervalued or entirely omitted from decision-making processes.

As highlighted in Scaling Regenerative Agriculture: Economic and Policy Considerations, this disconnect between economic evaluations and environmental realities creates a market failure, discouraging investment in regenerative practices. Without accurate financial incentives or policy mechanisms to reflect the true economic value of ecosystem restoration, policymakers and investors remain hesitant to support widespread adoption. Addressing this gap will require revised valuation models, market-driven solutions, and policy interventions that align economic incentives with sustainable agricultural transformation.

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Barriers to Adoption

Based on research from Scaling Regenerative Agriculture: Economic and Policy Considerations and Strategic Pathways for Advancing Regenerative Agriculture, several key challenges hinder the widespread adoption of regenerative agriculture. These barriers can be broadly categorized into economic, policy, and technological constraints, each playing a role in shaping farmers’ decision-making.

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Economic Barriers

One of the most significant challenges is the high upfront cost associated with adopting regenerative practices. Farmers often face financial uncertainty when transitioning away from conventional farming methods, as regenerative systems require investments in new techniques, such as cover cropping, rotational grazing, and agroforestry. Additionally, current market structures tend to prioritize short-term profitability over long-term sustainability, discouraging investment in regenerative systems. Many financial models fail to account for the long-term benefits of improved soil health, water retention, and biodiversity, leading to limited access to financing and credit for farmers looking to make the shift.

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Policy and Regulatory Barriers

Inconsistent government policies and subsidies create a fragmented policy landscape that does not consistently incentivize regenerative practices. Many agricultural subsidy programs still favor conventional farming techniques, making it financially unattractive for farmers to transition. Additionally, the lack of standardized carbon credit markets and insufficient financial incentives for ecosystem services further deter adoption. Clear, long-term policy commitments are needed to provide stability for farmers and investors looking to support regenerative agriculture.

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Technological and Knowledge Gaps

A major barrier to adoption is the lack of technical knowledge and access to data-driven tools that help farmers transition effectively. Many regenerative techniques require specialized knowledge of soil health management, crop rotations, and biodiversity integration. Furthermore, limited access to real-time agricultural data, decision-support tools, and technical assistance makes it difficult for farmers to implement and scale regenerative practices successfully. The adoption of precision agriculture and sustainability tracking systems could help address these challenges, but widespread accessibility remains an issue.

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Overcoming These Barriers

Despite these challenges, targeted policy reforms, financial incentives, and education programs can accelerate the adoption of regenerative agriculture. Aligning economic, policy, and technological solutions will be critical in scaling regenerative practices, ensuring both financial viability and environmental sustainability for the agricultural sector.

Scaling regenerative agriculture requires overcoming financial and policy barriers, ensuring that incentives and market structures reward long-term sustainability. JPMorgan ESG Flash Note (2024) emphasizes that carbon pricing mechanisms and investment in ecosystem services can accelerate adoption.

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Table 2: Regenerative Agriculture Framing.

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These measurable benefits underscore the importance of scaling regenerative practices by removing economic, policy, and technological barriers. By supporting farmers through financial incentives, knowledge-sharing programs, and standardized policy frameworks, regenerative agriculture can be integrated into mainstream markets, fostering long-term sustainability and resilience.

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Opportunities for Transformation

​The long-term financial case for regenerative agriculture is strengthening, with increasing evidence that regenerative practices improve farm profitability. Cost-saving measures like no-till farming and cover cropping not only reduce reliance on synthetic inputs but also enhance land resilience, leading to more stable yields and lower input costs over time.

To strengthen the business case for regenerative agriculture, advanced sustainability metrics—such as carbon sequestration valuation and ecosystem service modeling—can provide investors and policymakers with measurable outcomes. These tools enable a data-driven transition, demonstrating that regenerative practices are not just environmentally beneficial but also financially viable in the long run.

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Quantifying Benefits

Environmental and Economic Benefits of Regenerative Agriculture

The USDA’s Climate-Smart Commodities Initiative is a major federal initiative supporting the transition to regenerative agriculture. With an investment of $3.1 billion across 141 projects, the program incentivizes climate-smart practices such as cover cropping, no-till farming, rotational grazing, and agroforestry. It also incorporates Indigenous knowledge and sustainability practices, ensuring a diverse and inclusive approach to soil health and carbon sequestration. The program aims to reduce agricultural emissions while enhancing farm profitability and building climate resilience.

Figure 4: USDA’s Climate-Smart Commodities Initiative – Project Investments and Environmental Impact.

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These measurable benefits underscore the importance of scaling regenerative practices by removing economic, policy, and technological barriers. By supporting farmers through financial incentives, knowledge-sharing programs, and standardized policy frameworks, regenerative agriculture can be integrated into mainstream markets, fostering long-term sustainability and resilience.

Additionally, USDA projects emphasize climate resilience and emissions reductions. Over the projected lifetime of these initiatives, an estimated 60 million metric tons of CO₂ equivalent will be sequestered, a reduction comparable to removing 12 million gasoline-powered vehicles from the road for one year. This underscores the critical role of regenerative and climate-smart agricultural practices in global climate mitigation efforts.

Beyond environmental benefits, climate-smart agriculture enhances producer resilience by reducing input costs. Many projects focus on improving soil health, optimizing fertilizer use, and increasing drought resistance, leading to lower operational costs and higher long-term profitability for farmers. Farmers who adopt cover cropping and no-till farming report notable reductions in input costs, while also enhancing soil fertility and water retention.

These measurable benefits highlight the economic and environmental viability of transitioning to climate-smart and regenerative agricultural systems. By aligning financial incentives with sustainability goals, USDA’s initiative sets a precedent for integrating regenerative agriculture into mainstream markets while ensuring long-term agricultural resilience.

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Case Studies: Diamond Family Farm

Case studies such as the Diamond Family Farm provide a localized perspective on the benefits of regenerative practices. Through their Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) model, the farm has reduced reliance on large-scale supply chains while fostering stronger ties to local communities. This approach not only supports environmental goals but also creates a sustainable economic model for small-scale farmers, ensuring their profitability and resilience to external market pressures.

The quantifiable improvements in water retention, carbon sequestration, and supply chain resilience underscore the transformative potential of regenerative agriculture. By aligning environmental stewardship with economic incentives, these practices provide a clear pathway for governments, private investors, and farmers to build resilient and sustainable agricultural systems.

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Rising Consumer Demand

Global consumer preferences are increasingly shifting toward organic and sustainably produced foods, driven by growing awareness of the environmental and health impacts of conventional agriculture. According to Strategic Pathways for Advancing Regenerative Agriculture, the global organic food market is projected to grow significantly over the next decade, fueled by demand from environmentally conscious consumers and higher-income demographics. This trend presents a lucrative opportunity for businesses to differentiate their products through sustainability certifications and regenerative practices that align with evolving consumer expectations.

Leadership-driven investments are also playing a pivotal role in advancing regenerative agriculture. The Agriculture Innovation Mission (AIM) for Climate Summit highlights how innovative approaches and leadership—especially from women—are catalyzing progress in this field. By bringing together diverse stakeholders, including private sector leaders, the AIM for Climate Summit showcases the importance of collaboration and innovation in driving climate-smart practices that address consumer demands while mitigating environmental challenges.


Collaborative Stakeholder Engagement

Stakeholder collaboration is essential for bridging gaps between policy, practice, and community needs. A compelling example of this is the work of the Minnesota Food Association (MFA), which empowers local communities to adopt regenerative agricultural practices. Through workshops and tailored support, MFA helps immigrant farmers learn sustainable farming methods suited to local conditions. This collaborative model promotes local food systems and demonstrates how grassroots efforts can complement larger initiatives. By aligning community needs with regenerative practices, MFA creates a pathway for empowering small-scale farmers and advancing sustainable agriculture.

These examples underscore the transformative potential of regenerative agriculture when supported by leadership, collaboration, and rising consumer awareness. By combining stakeholder efforts with innovative practices, the agricultural sector can meet growing demand for sustainable food systems while fostering long-term resilience and environmental stewardship.

Technological Innovation

​Emerging technologies provide significant opportunities for scaling regenerative agriculture. According to Strategic Pathways for Advancing Regenerative Agriculture, artificial intelligence (AI) can monitor soil health, optimize crop rotations, and predict weather patterns, enabling farmers to make data-driven decisions for efficient resource management. Similarly, precision irrigation systems can reduce water usage by targeting specific areas, conserving resources, and preventing overwatering. In addition, remote sensing and satellite technologies allow for landscape-level tracking of regenerative practices, providing real-time data to inform management decisions.

Pilot projects that incorporate these technologies can serve as proof of concept, demonstrating their feasibility and effectiveness in real-world conditions. As highlighted in Strategic Pathways for Advancing Regenerative Agriculture, these initiatives showcase how combining cover cropping with precision irrigation can enhance yields while reducing water use and emissions. Such projects build stakeholder confidence and create scalable models for adoption across different agricultural contexts.

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Recommendations



Policy Harmonization

​Harmonizing policies across regions and countries is essential for creating a cohesive framework to advance regenerative agriculture. Fragmented policies create barriers to adoption, as farmers and stakeholders face inconsistent rules and incentives. The lack of standardized carbon credit systems across U.S. states limits the scalability of carbon markets. Implementing unified soil health benchmarks, such as organic matter content and water retention capacity metrics, would provide measurable goals for farmers and policymakers alike. Standardized frameworks would also enable cross-border carbon trading systems, aligning efforts to sequester carbon and reduce emissions with global climate goals. Greater policy standardization simplifies compliance, reduces confusion, and fosters greater participation in regenerative initiatives.

Strategic Funding

​Financial barriers remain one of the biggest challenges for farmers transitioning to regenerative practices. Governments can address this by offering targeted subsidies for cover cropping, composting, and rotational grazing. Funding programs could also support farmers in acquiring drought-resistant seeds, building infrastructure for rotational grazing, or implementing precision irrigation systems.

Beyond direct subsidies, governments could establish loan guarantees or public-private partnerships to lower financial risk for smallholder farmers. Strategic investments in renewable energy infrastructure, such as solar-powered irrigation systems, could further reduce operational costs while promoting climate-smart agriculture. In India, for instance, subsidies on drip irrigation systems have successfully reduced water use while increasing yields in arid regions. A similar approach in regenerative agriculture could showcase economic viability, encouraging adoption across diverse geographies.

Regional Collaboration

​Agriculture’s environmental and economic impacts often transcend borders, making regional collaboration vital. Watershed-based partnerships could coordinate efforts to reduce nutrient runoff, improving water quality in shared rivers and lakes. These collaborations can also tackle cross-border issues like pest control and soil erosion by aligning policies and resources.

The Chesapeake Bay Program in the U.S., which brings together multiple states to combat water pollution, serves as a model for how regional partnerships can effectively tackle shared challenges. Expanding such frameworks to support regenerative practices could ensure that efforts to rebuild ecosystems and sequester carbon are scaled efficiently and effectively.

Supply Chain Innovations

​Corporations hold significant influence in driving regenerative agriculture by transforming their supply chains. Companies like General Mills have committed to sourcing from farms using regenerative practices, signaling a broader shift in the industry. By working with suppliers to implement diversified cropping systems, no-till farming, and agroforestry, corporations can reduce their environmental footprint while enhancing supply chain resilience.

Innovations in supply chain traceability tools, such as blockchain, can further improve transparency, allowing companies to communicate their sustainability efforts to consumers and investors. This not only builds trust but also helps companies mitigate risks associated with climate change, such as supply disruptions due to extreme weather.

Market Differentiation

​Consumer demand for sustainable products has grown substantially, with surveys showing that shoppers are willing to pay premiums for goods produced using ethical and environmentally friendly practices. Companies adopting regenerative principles can leverage this trend by earning certifications such as “Regenerative Organic” or “Climate-Smart.”

For instance, Patagonia’s regenerative agriculture initiative not only strengthens its brand image but also attracts environmentally conscious consumers. Businesses can further differentiate themselves by offering detailed product labeling that highlights sustainability metrics, such as carbon sequestration or water savings achieved through regenerative practices.

Investments in Innovation

​Advancing research and development (R&D) in regenerative agriculture technologies can unlock new opportunities for scalability and efficiency. Emerging AI-powered soil sensors and drones for monitoring crop health are revolutionizing resource optimization and yield enhancement.

Corporations investing in pilot projects for these technologies can demonstrate their effectiveness, driving adoption across the agricultural sector. Additionally, partnerships with research institutions can accelerate breakthroughs in regenerative agriculture. For example, Google’s AI collaboration with agriculture organizations showcases how tech companies can contribute to solving complex challenges in regenerative farming, such as predicting water needs or identifying soil nutrient deficiencies.

Grassroots Empowerment

​NGOs play a critical role in bridging the gap between top-down policies and grassroots implementation. By developing training programs tailored to local contexts, NGOs can empower small-scale farmers to adopt regenerative practices. For example, composting workshops can teach farmers how to recycle organic waste into valuable soil amendments, while agroforestry training can help them diversify income streams by integrating fruit-bearing trees into their crops. These programs not only enhance the economic viability of regenerative practices but also build farmer confidence by showcasing practical benefits such as improved yields and reduced input costs.

Successful examples of such initiatives include Heifer International’s agroforestry programs in East Africa, which have helped smallholder farmers increase their incomes while improving soil health. Adopting similar models could enable NGOs to scale regenerative practices globally, ensuring that farmers in diverse regions can benefit from these innovations.

Capacity Building

​Field demonstrations and workshops provide hands-on opportunities for farmers to witness the benefits of regenerative agriculture. For example, demonstrating the impact of cover cropping on soil health through pilot plots can persuade skeptical farmers of its value. These demonstrations also serve as platforms to share best practices, such as integrating livestock into crop rotations to improve nutrient cycling.

Additionally, NGOs can foster community collaboration by facilitating farmer cooperatives or peer-to-peer learning networks, enabling knowledge sharing and collective problem-solving. These efforts not only build capacity but also create a sense of shared ownership, encouraging widespread adoption of regenerative practices.


Facilitation of Partnerships

​Collaboration is a cornerstone of advancing regenerative agriculture, and organizations specializing in sustainability are uniquely positioned to facilitate partnerships across sectors. By connecting governments, corporations, and NGOs, these organizations create platforms for shared learning and co-creation of solutions. For example, they can bring together stakeholders to align public policies with private sector investments, ensuring that efforts are mutually reinforcing and impactful.

Governments benefit from partnerships that provide technical expertise and funding for large-scale initiatives, such as climate-smart agriculture programs. Corporations gain access to knowledge networks and tools for integrating sustainability into their operations, while NGOs leverage partnerships to amplify their grassroots efforts. Collaborative projects, such as pilot programs for agroforestry or rotational grazing, showcase the potential of regenerative practices and encourage broader adoption

By fostering these partnerships, sustainability-focused organizations build ecosystems of trust and cooperation, accelerating the transition to resilient, regenerative agricultural systems that benefit all stakeholders. This ability to align diverse interests and facilitate collaboration is a key factor in achieving transformative change.

Call to Action

​The urgency of transitioning to regenerative agricultural systems cannot be overstated. Climate change, biodiversity loss, and soil degradation are accelerating at an alarming pace, threatening global food security and the livelihoods of millions. Regenerative agriculture offers a proven pathway to address these challenges, fostering resilient ecosystems, sustainable livelihoods, and a healthier planet. However, realizing its full potential requires immediate and coordinated action from governments, corporations, and civil society.

Organizations with expertise in sustainability and data-driven analytics are uniquely positioned to drive this transition. By providing tailored solutions that integrate policy, technology, and stakeholder needs, such organizations enable decision-makers to design and implement impactful, scalable strategies. Whether it’s quantifying the carbon sequestration potential of regenerative practices, optimizing supply chains for sustainability, or fostering multi-stakeholder collaborations, these efforts ensure that initiatives are both effective and measurable.

Stakeholders are encouraged to engage with organizations that bring deep expertise, actionable insights, and a commitment to measurable progress. By leveraging advanced analytics, facilitating partnerships, and delivering customized strategies, such organizations can empower stakeholders to make informed decisions and accelerate the transition to regenerative systems. Now is the time for bold action and collaboration to create a sustainable future for all.


Join this transformative effort and take the next step toward regenerative agriculture. Together, we can build systems that not only sustain but regenerate, ensuring long-term resilience and prosperity for generations to come.

Dr. Anant Jani

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Anant is a Research Fellow who works on understanding how we can improve the value of healthcare services by optimizing resource utilization, improving population health and by addressing social determinants of health. Prior to his position at the University of Oxford, Anant worked in Europe and the Middle East to help healthcare systems within these countries to focus more on value-based healthcare. Anant has a PhD in immunology from Yale University.

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Chiyedza Heri is an inter-disciplinary professional with experience spanning biodiversity conservation, carbon markets, sustainability reporting, policy advisory and innovative financing mechanisms. Her work focuses on helping governments, financial institutions, businesses and development partners mobilise capital for climate-resilient, nature-positive and inclusive economic development across Africa.

Chiyedza is the Founder and CEO of Ubuntu Alliance, where she works with public and private sector partners to improve sustainability data, reporting and access to alternative finance for environmental and social outcomes.
Her experience includes policy and advocacy leadership with BirdLife Zimbabwe, where she supported nature and climate-policy alignment, ecosystem-restoration finance and stakeholder capacity building; and service as Vice Chair of the Zimbabwe Carbon Association, where she contributed to carbon-market coordination, regulatory benchmarking. She has also facilitated carbon-finance learning for conservation practitioners, policymakers and finance professionals through Africa Leadership University.

Chiyedza brings practical knowledge of TNFD, TCFD, carbon-crediting programmes, impact measurement, biodiversity-finance planning, ESG-related standards and the interlinkages among the Rio Conventions. She has contributed to Zimbabwe’s National Biodiversity Strategy and Action Plan and has engaged in major regional and global policy forums, including UNFCCC COP28 and 30, UNCBD COP16, UNCCD COP16, Ramsar COP15, the Africa Climate Summit one and two and the 2024 UNEP FI Africa Regional Roundtable.

Zsófia Ságodi

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Zsófia Ságodi is an International Relations student at Leiden University with experience in business development, policy research, and data analysis. She is interested in international political economy, sustainability, and using research and data-driven insights to support strategic decision-making.

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William Morrissey is an environmental science and policy professional who thrives at the intersection of climate, finance, and policy. As an Associate at Responsible Alpha, William leads the US federal and state contracting effort, liaising with federal partners, identifying public partnerships, and opportunities for growth. He also assists on contracts, using his project management, natural resource management, and scientific research experience. 

With 5+ years of experience as a natural resource biologist, William has worked across sectors to solve complex environmental problems. At Versar Inc., he had the opportunity to contribute to many environmental projects, such as freshwater habitat surveys and IDDE inspections. He has managed environmental and wetland permitting for the Maryland State Highway Association and served as a field biologist for the MD Department of Natural Resources.  

Recently, he obtained his MPA in Environmental Science and Policy from Columbia University School of International and Public Affairs, where he studied climate science, environmental policy, and sustainable finance. In his undergraduate career, he studied Biology at the University of Delaware with a primary focus on ecology.  

Outside of the office, William spends a lot of his time with his family, traveling abroad or to the New Jersey shore, and cooking delicious vegetarian recipes. 

 

Dr. Emily Senay, M.D., MPH

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Dr. Emily Senay, MD, MPH, is the Interim Executive Manager at the Climate Health Society. Dr. Senay is also a lecturer in the Department of Environmental Health Sciences at the Yale School of Public Health. She serves as a clinician with the Queens World Trade Center Health Program, providing care to first responders and volunteers who supported the 9/11 response. Dr. Senay’s scholarship centers on how healthcare organizations contribute to and respond to the climate crisis, with an emphasis on healthcare sustainability, transparent environmental accounting in the health sector, and climate communication for clinicians. Her clinical work highlights interventions with co-benefits for patients and the planet, including Lifestyle Medicine approaches that promote health while reducing environmental impact. Prior to her academic and clinical roles, Dr. Senay spent more than two decades as a medical broadcast correspondent for CBS News and PBS News, where she reported on health and science topics for national audiences.

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Director Product Development

Raj Soni advises enterprise leaders on capturing AI value. Over twenty years Raj has launched and scaled B2B SaaS and enterprise products globally and built teams across four continents. He works with leadership on the decisions that matter, which workflows to redesign, how to structure adoption, and how to measure and deliver against the AI value promise.

Mr. Soni has held director of product development and similar roles at Gartner, Glasswing, SEQR, and European Union Delegation to India and South Asia. He has worked at firms including Tata Consultancy. He also participated on product, delivery and engagement leadership roles with Bank of America, Boeing, JPMorgan Chase, National Bank of Greece and ABN AMRO on enterprise launches.
Career highlights include:

  • 20 years launching and scaling B2B SaaS and enterprise products across research, logistics, retail, financial services and higher education.
  • Fortune 500 and high-growth startup experience on product strategy and go-to-market.
  • Global teams of 60+ across four continents. 1M+ paying enterprise users shipped. One founder/exit.
  • Deep expertise in product market fit, retention and expansion revenue models.

Raj graduated with an MBA from the Ross School of Business, University of Michigan.

Dr. Tom Achoki, M.D., Ph.D.

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Dr. Tom Achoki, M.D., Ph.D. is a seasoned physician executive with over 15 years of global experience leading innovation in healthcare and social impact initiatives. His work spans strategic partnerships across public, private, and nonprofit sectors, driving transformative change in health systems and development programs worldwide. He is a co-founder of the Africa Institute for Health Policy, a leading research organization based in Nairobi, Kenya.

Tom is a medical doctor and has completed a PhD from Utrecht University in the Netherlands and an MBA from the M.I.T Sloan School of Management, where he focused on finance and healthcare innovation. He did his post-graduate training at the Institute of Health Metrics and Evaluation, University of Washington where he also held a faculty position. He brings deep expertise in corporate venture investing and operational model design to advance business goals while creating shared value and mitigating risk. He is a recognized thought leader in global health, digital transformation, research, and data analytics—leveraging evidence to inform strategic decisions and execution.

Dr. Achoki’s work is grounded in a commitment to equity, sustainability, and measurable impact—making him a trusted advisor in shaping the future of healthcare and social innovation.

Francisco Lizcano Bazaldúa

Director

Francisco Lizcano Bazaldúa is an impact investing professional with a background spanning venture acceleration, institutional finance, and sustainable technology-enabled supply chains across Latin America. He holds an MSc in Astrophysics from UNAM — where he developed advanced skills in statistical modelling, quantitative data analysis, and evidence-based reasoning — which he brings to investment analysis, ESG research, and sustainability advisory. Experienced structuring blended-finance mechanisms and advising early-stage impact enterprises on capital readiness and scalability, he has worked across the full capital stack from seed-stage ventures to institutional products. His supply chain traceability work at BanQu deepened his practical understanding of ESG compliance frameworks, sustainable sourcing standards, and the role of data integrity in credible sustainability reporting. Francisco is currently a Fellow of the New England Impact Investing Initiative (NEI3), deepening his expertise in sustainable finance and impact measurement across emerging markets.

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Cara Li

Ruonan (Cara) Li is passionate about sustainability and global development, with a interdisciplinary background in public administration, economics, and policy studies. Currently pursuing a Master’s degree in International Relations at Johns Hopkins University SAIS Europe in Bologna, she focuses on how data-driven insights and policy innovation can advance sustainable growth and international cooperation.

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Julianne Zimmerman

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Julianne Zimmerman is a social justice investor and systems-change leader with more than 30 years of experience putting technology and capital to work for the greater good. She currently serves on the Trust Stewardship Committee for Ona Perpetual Purpose Trust and previously served as Co-CEO of Adasina Social Capital. Julianne has held leadership and advisory roles across impact investing, energy, biofuel, water purification, aerospace, and technology.

She previously served as Managing Director at Reinventure Capital, investing in US-based companies led and controlled by BIPOC and/or female founders. She is actively involved in advancing racial, social, and gender equity and serves on the board of the Criterion Institute and as an Ambassador for Global InvestHer.

She also mentors entrepreneurs and emerging leaders through organizations including MIT VMS, WPI, and Majira Project. Julianne holds two SB degrees from MIT, an MS in Aerospace Engineering from the University of Maryland, and an executive certificate in Sustainability Management from Presidio Graduate School. She is a 2020 Conscious Company World Changing Woman and a 2022 Forbes 50 Over 50 honoree.

Isabella Manzione-Dearborn

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Isabella Manzione-Dearborn is a graduate student at Johns Hopkins University’s School of Advanced International Studies pursuing a Master of Arts in International Affairs. Isabella currently serves on the project team as an analyst and works extensively with the Business Development and Marketing Team.  

Throughout her education, Isabella cultivated a strong interest in climate and sustainability issues, integrating global sustainability themes into her coursework and study abroad experience. Her professional background includes internships with the Department of Defense and the International Rescue Committee, where she supported federal operations and refugee resettlement efforts. Isabella’s interdisciplinary perspective and commitment to the environment align with Responsible Alpha’s mission to advance climate-conscious financial strategies. 

With over two years of study-abroad experience, Isabella demonstrates strong global citizenship skills. In addition to her passion for travel, Isabella enjoys training for half marathons and collecting many plants. 

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Paul Jonas

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Paul is a trained natural resource scientist studying at the School of Environment and Sustainability at the University of Michigan.

Emily Korlin

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Emily's interests lay at the intersection between data, environment, and public health. She has a Bachelor of Arts in Biology, Society, and Environment from the University of Minnesota.

Jimena Faz Garza

Analyst, Special Projects

Jimena’s management role includes project tracking and management, team coordination, online marketing, and supporting RA’s participation in working groups and partnerships. She is also an analyst who conducts research and assists in writing reports and deliverables for client projects. 

Jimena has previously interned at A Wider Circle (a social support nonprofit in the DC/Maryland area), and at the Chronicle of Philanthropy (a publication covering philanthropy and nonprofits in the US and worldwide). She has also worked as a summer camp counselor and as a state lead in Virginia for a voter turnout campaign in 2020. 

Jimena attended the College of William & Mary and earned a Bachelors degree in Sociology with a concentration in Social Problems, Policy, and Justice. She enjoys studying intersections between social dynamics, environmental patterns, and economic trends, and using iterative research processes to create lasting solutions that bridge gaps between sectors. She is passionate about translating technical information into clear, compelling narratives. 

Jimena has lived in Mexico City, DC, and Virginia, and is now based in Nairobi, where she enjoys spending time with her family, exploring the city, trying new foods, meeting people from around the globe, and bonding with her cat. 

 

Dr. Mike Kroll

Advisor

Dr. Mike Kroll is a risk management and quantitative finance specialist, combining advanced technical capability with deep financial services expertise. Holding a doctorate in Physics from Ruhr University Bochum, Germany, he delivers credit and operational risk frameworks, regulatory compliance programs, and ESG/climate risk solutions for banks, insurers, and institutional investors across Europe, North America, and emerging markets.

His work spans quantitative management advisory and climate risk modelling, underpinned by proficiency in programming languages and quantitative analytics.

Mike operates at the intersection of risk methodology and data-driven implementation as he translates technical requirements into operational delivery.

Mark Bershatsky, CFA

Advisor

Mark Bershatsky, CFA has been at the cutting edge of carbon reduction technologies since 2007. Currently, Mark is a senior credit and risk manager in the renewable energy sector.

Monique Aiken

Board Member

Monique Aiken is a strategist, systems thinker, author, founder and podcaster with nearly 25 years of experience in finance and impact.

 For the first 12 years of her career in traditional finance, Monique moved between New York, London and Houston, splitting time between Debt Markets at Bank of America and Citi and Commodity Derivatives at Deutsche Bank. Monique then focused her energies on advancing the impact economy, spending ~3 years each at the Clinton Global Initiative, Tideline, a boutique impact investing strategy advisor, and Mission Investors’ Exchange where she led programs for members looking to begin or deepen a practice of impact investing.
 
In 2020, she joined The Investment Integration Project (TIIP), as Managing Director. TIIP connects systems thinking with investing for institutional investors through custom consulting, applied research and recently launched SaaS platform, SAIL, the Systems Aware Investing Launchpad that allows investors to learn about “system-level investing” at their own pace.
 
Monique is also co-founder of Make Justice Normal, a growing collective seeking to open space for people working to move capital towards justice, for which she is host of their podcast, "Into the Record", and co-cofounder of the ReStarter Fund, an economic and climate justice initiative aiming to be a small business lifeline in these times of polycrisis.
 
A Contributing Editor at ImpactAlpha, Monique also serves on the boards of Responsible Alpha and the Institute for Nonprofit Practice. Other advisory board and committee service includes: the Steering Committee for the Intentional Endowments Network (IEN), the NYC Racial Equity Endowment Fund, the Investment Committee for the NYU Impact Investment Fund, the Advisory Board for the Global Bio Fund, focused on gendersmart biotech and wellness, the WELL Certified Sustainable Finance Task Force and the Community Advisory Board for New York Radio (WNYC).
 
Monique is a proud Toigo, SEO, and INROADS alum and holds an MBA from NYU Stern School of Business and a B.Sc. in Foreign Service from Georgetown University, where she studied Spanish and Portuguese. Her first children's book, a love letter to her son (and all children), was published in January 2024.

Justin Kew, CFA

Board Member

Justin who is a CFA holder and leads the ESG research function in an alternative investment firm. He has extensive experience in the financial services ranging from investment banking to asset management and venture capital funds management. Justin has worked on building up business units, ran global business change programs, and built ESG businesses up for multiple asset management. Justin has almost a decade of experience in sustainable investing.

Peter Fusaro

Advisor

Peter is a New York Times best selling author, global thought leader focused on climate change investment and the Energy Transition for many decades. Since Earth Day 1970, he has been focused on energy & environmental issues that enhance economic development & human health through innovative clean energy technology. He is passionate about ESG & impact investing, particularly in carbon emissions reductions. He has been involved in several cleantech startups as an Advisor, Judge in the Cleantech Open for the Northeast, & Entrepreneur-in-Residence for Columbia Tech Ventures. 

 Peter is Founder of the 25th Annual Wall Street Green Summit held on March 10 and 11, 2026 in New York & focused on the nexus of finance and technology. The Summit is one of the longest running & most comprehensive events in the Sustainable Finance in the world hosting over 9,000 participants.
 
Peter wrote the New York Times best seller, “What Went Wrong at Enron” as well as 16 other books on energy & the environment with noted global publishers such as Wiley, McGraw-Hill, & Oxford University Press. His 900 page book “Energy and Environmental Project Finance Law & Taxation” published by Oxford is used as a primer at graduate school courses throughout the world. 
 
Peter was a professor at Columbia University creating & teaching a course on Renewable Energy Project Finance to second year graduate students where he taught financial modelling. Peter has lectured at leading universities including MIT, Columbia, Yale, Carnegie-Mellon, Wharton, Northwestern, Univ. of Michigan, Oxford, Univ. of Chicago, Tufts & London Business School. His belief is that economic transformation to sustainability cannot occur without the massive engagement of young professionals & he has mentored over 300 college undergraduate & graduate students on career development & opened doors for their professional careers.
 
Peter has 50 years of experience in clean energy & environmental innovation, both in the private and public sectors & believes we are in the beginning stages of a Global Energy Transformation into sustainability. He is a recognized expert in ClimateTech, ESG, & Carbon Markets, & recognized with Lifetime Achievement Award in Who’s Who in America. He has a proven track record of sourcing capital from strategic investors, venture funds for revenue-generating companies that want to scale & commercialize their climate change technology. On the advisory boards of ClimaTwins, Global Green Street and Power to Hydrogen.

Gwen Bridge

Board Member

Gwen Bridge is an Indigenous consultant specializing in Indigenous-led conservation, natural resource management, and policy development. A member of the Saddle Lake Cree Nation, she brings a deep cultural perspective to her work, emphasizing the advancement of Indigenous knowledge within a transforming Western legislative context.

Gwen excels in facilitating collaboration between Indigenous communities, governments, and organizations to create sustainable land management solutions. With a Master of Science from the University of Alberta, her expertise extends to collaborative policy-making, Indigenous strategy, organizational reform, and community engagement. She is dedicated to empowering Indigenous communities to take leadership roles in conservation and to shape policies that reflect their cultural values and sustainable practices.
 

Gwen has worked with Tribal Nations in the US and First Nations in Canada and with national and international environmental NGOs to advance Indigenous led natural resource management projects and policy development. Gwen is the co-founder of the Indigenous Engagement Institute, an initiative to share knowledge and skills with those seeking to improve indigenous relations.

Musa Collidge-Asad

Board Member

Musa has been engaged with a broad range of sustainable finance and development, climate resilience, and related thematic areas for the bulk of his career.  His sustained commitment traverses his lengthy tenure with the World Bank Group overseeing a multi-billion-dollar portfolio of diverse sustainable development projects to U.S.-based entrepreneurial and green bank endeavors across diverse asset classes at the intersection of climate finance, renewable energy, real property, and impact capital. 

Additionally, the following highlights some of his unique contributions and capabilities based on relevant leadership roles in diverse organizational contexts:

  • Inclusive Prosperity Capital -- as CIO and a core member of IPC’s leadership team, roles included oversight of all capital formation, investment strategy and transactions, risk-portfolio management, team expansion and a $10M OpEx budget, for a ~$350M blended finance investment platform.

  • Montgomery County Green Bank and MD Clean Energy Center -- MCGB roles include BoD, Investment Committee, and Fin-Ops Committee; MCEC roles include Advisory Council (Governor's Office Appointment) and Energy Innovation Accelerator Exec-in-Residence.

  • Quantified Ventures -- led teams in an entrepreneurial culture to deliver environmental impact bond and fund solutions resolving climate resilience, water quality, and sustainable land use.

  • World Bank Group -- led numerous multidisciplinary teams for a multi-billion dollar portfolio of diverse sustainable development and Global Environment Facility programs delivering long-term impactful results.

  • High-Level Professional Network -- cultivated an extensive network of government, business, banking, NGO and academic leaders in the U.S. and globally who are deeply engaged with an array of renewable energy, climate finance, economic development, and impact investments.

  • Relevant Academic Background -- includes a J.D. (environmental law), an M.B.A. in Finance, and Harvard Executive Management Program.

Neil Hyman, Esq.

General Counsel and Corporate Secretary

Neil Hyman is the General Council at Responsible Alpha and the founder of the Law Office of Neil S. Hyman, LLC, where he practices employment law, commercial litigation and civil litigation. Neil represents workers and employers alike, in state and federal trial and appellate courts. He has argued on behalf of his clients before the United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Maryland Commission on Human Rights and the Montgomery County Office of Human Relations. He provides legal counsel to clients who wish to reduce their liability as employers. In service of this goal, he can draft protective contracts, employee handbooks, noncompete agreements and other documents that help shield employers from potentially damaging litigation.

Steve Zwick

Director

Steve Zwick produces the popular Bionic Planet podcasts and serves as director of media relations for standard-setting body Verra. Before this, he served as chief business correspondent for TIME Magazine from 1998 to 2006.

He built Ecosystem Marketplace into the world’s leading provider of freely available news and analysis on payments for ecosystem services covering all aspects of environmental finance – including carbon markets, but also mitigation banking, green bonds, and performance-based payments. He launched Bionic Planet in 2016 explicitly to break down information asymmetries among those on the front lines of the climate challenge.

Previously, he was the radio host and producer at Deustche Welle Radio reaching over 20 million listeners, a contributing writer to Time Magazine, and a futures trader and broker in Chicago.

Ashley Fritz, CFA

Advisor

Ashley Fritz has over 15 years of experience in the asset management industry, focusing on sustainability, global markets and data analytics. 

Most recently, she was a Senior Investment Analyst on the Emerging Markets Debt investment team at Loomis, Sayles & Company where she helped develop, implement and execute the team’s sustainability framework covering the investable universe.  Her work included aggregating relevant third party data to evaluate current and prospective holdings for portfolio inclusion as well as meeting with portfolio company management to learn more about sustainability efforts. She constructed several portfolios aligned to the International Energy Agency (IEA) climate scenarios using both current and projected industry relative carbon emissions.

Prior to this, she was a Vice President and Senior Portfolio Analytics Specialist at FactSet Research Systems, where she served as a subject matter expert in portfolio level products across the system. Her responsibilities during this time included assisting large asset managers, endowments and foundations create and analyze custom sustainability reports on the platform.

She is passionate about sustainable investing and has written several frequently cited blog posts detailing her work.

Ashley earned a BS from Bentley University. She is a CFA® Charterholder and holds a certificate in Sustainable Investing from the CFA Institute. She is active in her community and serves on the Board of Directors for her town’s Green Committee.

Chris Donn, MBA

Advisor

Chris thrives at the intersection of sustainability, communications, and business development—helping companies and investors grow, fund, and demonstrate their impact. With 20+ years’ experience across Asia, Europe, and the Americas, he excels at translating complex climate, sustainability, and ESG requirements into clear, compelling strategies that secure financing from investors and contracts with Fortune 500 companies. His track record includes $50 million in contracts and funding across corporates, governments, and investors.

Chris' core strengths:

    • Strategic communications & investor relations (impact storytelling, stakeholder engagement).
    • Fundraising & business development (winning contracts and funding at scale).
    • Sustainability, climate, and ESG reporting & regulatory alignment (CSRD, ISSB, GRI, TCFD).

Chris has an MBA (ESCP Business School) and Postgraduate Diploma in Digital Business (Columbia × MIT).

Peter Graham

Director

Peter Graham is a Director at Responsible Alpha, where he focuses on climate transition, nature-based solutions, sustainable finance, and ESG risk and opportunity. He supports clients and partners in developing strategies that enhance valuation, reduce risk, expand market opportunities, and contribute to a resilient, nature-positive circular economy.

Peter has more than 20 years of experience across government, international NGOs, consulting, and multilateral climate diplomacy, including roles with Climate Advisers, WWF, Natural Resources Canada, and Verdant Futures LLC. His work has focused on forest and land-sector climate policy, carbon markets, climate finance, corporate sustainability, nature-related financial risk, REDD+, and international negotiations, including chairing UNFCCC negotiations that produced the Warsaw Framework for REDD+.

Peter holds a Master of Forestry (Economics) degree from the University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Science in Forestry (Forest Resource Management) from the University of New Brunswick. He has authored and contributed to peer-reviewed publications on forest carbon, climate policy, REDD+, nature-based solutions, and the role of forests and land use in climate mitigation.

Liesel D'Souza, SCR

Project Team

Liesel D’Souza is a seasoned Risk Management and Sustainable Finance Strategist with over 20years of experience spanning global financial institutions and regional markets. She has held leadership roles at Standard Chartered Bank in Singapore, including Regional Director for ESG & Climate Risk, and previously worked at Goldman Sachs and Deutsche Bank in New York and London.

Liesel graduated from New York University with a degree in Finance and International Business and is certified by the Global Association of Risk Professionals in Sustainability and Climate Risk. She is passionate about enabling organizations to navigate the evolving sustainability landscape, and excels in driving Sustainability Policy, ESG Governance and leading cross-functional teams to deliver complex Decarbonization Strategies, Climate Scenario Analysis, and Regulatory engagement aligned with TCFD, ISSB, and Net-Zero frameworks.

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Liesel D'Souza, SCR

Managing Director

Liesel D’Souza is a Managing Director at Responsible Alpha, where she leads Energy Transition and Natural Capital advisory work focused on climate riskand supply chain resilience. She guides corporates, investors, and financial institutions on integrating climate and social risk into decision‑making, shaping resilience strategies, and mobilizing capital toward high‑impact outcomes. Her work spans risk diagnostics, portfolio‑level analytics, and executive‑level narrative development for clients across global markets. She previously served as Head of Climate and ESG Risk at Standard Chartered Bank, where she built and implemented operationalized frameworks across multiple jurisdictions and asset classes.

Her broader career includes deep Asia‑Pacific experience in banking, policy, and sustainability, with specialization in climate‑related financial risk, transition finance, and impact‑aligned capital allocation. She has advised multinational corporates, asset managers, and development institutions on risk transmission, regulatory alignment, and long‑term value creation. Liesel holds degrees in Finance and International Business from New York University, along with certifications in Sustainability and Climate Risk management.

Her academic background reflects a focus on financial systems, development, and environmental governance. Outside of work, she is engaged in community‑focused environmental initiatives and enjoys travel, contemporary art, and exploring nature across the Asia‑Pacific region.

Gabriel Thoumi, CFA, FRM, Certified Ecologist, LEED AP

President and CEO

Gabriel Thoumi, President and Founder of Responsible Alpha, is an award-winning sustainable finance research manager with over 20 years’ experience leading scientifically rigorous, replicable, and scalable approaches for capital deployment and impact. He has worked with financial institutions, banks, asset managers, corporations, civil society, and governments in more than 30 countries focusing on financing and modeling the necessary energy transition and nature transition pathways for a sustainable future.
In his career, he has spoken at or moderated more than 300 events including TV appearances from the NYSE; has published more than 120 sustainable investment research reports, chapters, peer review articles, and finance textbooks edited; and sat on numerous global boards and advisory committees including the S&P Global Sustainable Finance Scientific Council.
Mr. Thoumi has also participated on and led teams winning numerous awards, such as:
  • Rockefeller Foundation Bellagio Center – cohort of top 25 global natural capital leaders (2014, individual award)
  • Lipper Award: Best in Class Natural Resources Fund Globally for the Calvert Global Water Fund (2014, team award)
  • Environmental Finance: ESG innovation of the year (research) (2020, team award as co-author)
  • Global Innovation Lab for Climate Finance, Agricultural Supply Chain Adaptation Facility (2015, group award representing Calvert Investments co-won with the Inter-American Development Bank)
  • Gotham Network: Gotham Green Award (2021, individual award)
Since 2010, Mr. Thoumi has lectured on sustainable finance and impact investing, energy transition, and natural capital at various universities including Ross School of Business, University of Michigan, Smith School of Business, University of Maryland, Johns Hopkins University SAIS, and the University of Applied Sciences, Upper Austria. He has also frequently guest lectured at leading universities globally including Oxford University, Yale University, Columbia University, and others.
For 8 years, Thoumi was a political appointee supporting Washington DC regional energy transition, nature conservation, air quality, climate modeling, and urban planning.
As a trained scientist, he has experience at sea conducting oceanographic research and on land assessing forest and biodiversity health.
Mr. Thoumi has an MBA, MSc in Sustainable Systems, and a Graduate Certificate in Real Estate Development from the University of Michigan where he was both a Consortium and Erb Institute fellow. He has a MIM in International Finance from the University of St. Thomas where he was a NSHMBA fellow. He also has a B.A. in Art History and Archaeology and a B.A. in Studio Arts from the University of Maryland where he was Summa Cum Laude and Phi Beta Kappa.