John Okwaro is a dynamic environmental engineer and a sustainability advocate with over eight years of experience in environmental management, mining, and sustainable development. He currently serves as the Chief Executive Officer of the Centre for Sustainable Mining, Environment, and Climate Change (CESMECC), where he leads initiatives on sustainable mining and environmental conservation across Africa.
His work focuses on promoting occupational health and safety in artisanal and small-scale mining, restoration of degraded ecosystems, and strengthening environmental governance. John is deeply committed to integrating science, policy, and community-driven solutions to achieve sustainable and equitable environmental outcomes.