Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 31 years of experience in environmental management, the expert excels in EU environmental policy implementation, ISO certification, and strategic planning. Career highlights include leading the Estonian National Energy Technology Programme with a budget of MEUR 60 and introducing Life Cycle Assessment methodology in Estonia. The expert has provided policy advice and managed projects for international initiatives in countries like Serbia, Kosovo, and Russia. Responsibilities have included leadership roles in environmental auditing, consultancy, and project management, demonstrating a strong track record of successful environmental governance and compliance.

Project experience and donor exposure

Worked across diverse projects involving collaboration with international donors such as the European Commission, WHO, KfW, EBRD, and GIZ. The expert's involvement includes project implementation, technical assistance, and capacity building in environmental management and policy. These projects span regional and national levels in locations including Estonia, Serbia, Kosovo, Russia, and Jordan. Thematic areas of focus include environmental governance, infrastructure, and compliance with EU directives.

Sectors and geographic focus

With a background in energy, environment, pollution and waste management, fisheries and aquaculture, and program and resource management, the expert has held roles such as Environmental Adviser, Environmental Manager, and Consultant. Responsibilities have included policy development, strategic planning, project management, and ISO certification. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise integrates environmental technology with policy frameworks, and their work spans Estonia, Serbia, Russia, and Kosovo, reflecting a comprehensive approach to regional and sector-specific environmental challenges. Extensive geographic experience includes working in Estonia, Serbia, Kosovo, Russia, Jordan, and Brussels, with deep familiarity with local governance and regional development issues, particularly in Estonia and Serbia.

Languages and education

Background includes fluency in Estonian, English, and Russian, utilized extensively in professional contexts, international projects, and trainings. The expert has worked in multilingual teams and conducted environmental audits in Russian at Estonian power plants. Additionally, proficiency in Swedish, Finnish, and Serbo-Croatian supports work in diverse geographic and cultural settings. Educational qualifications include a Ph.D. in Environmental Technology from Tallinn University of Technology, an M.Sc. in Environmental Management from Tufts University, USA, and a B.Sc. in Biology from Tartu University, Estonia, reflecting a strong academic foundation in environmental sciences and management.