Key skills and expertise

Bringing over 19 years of experience in environmental sciences, the expert specializes in waste to energy, sustainability, and circular economy. They have successfully developed and managed numerous international and local projects, showcasing strong technical skills in biogas reactor design and GHG emission assessments. As a National Technical Expert for UNIDO and Co-Founder of Yuna Technology Co., they have led initiatives in resource efficiency and renewable energy, achieving significant advancements in waste management and carbon footprint reduction. Their leadership in project feasibility and due diligence has supported Turkey's green growth and sustainable development efforts.

Project experience and donor exposure

The expert has collaborated with international donors such as UNIDO and the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD). Their involvement includes providing technical assistance and project leadership in sustainable biomass technology projects and energy efficiency initiatives. The projects are primarily national in scope, focusing on resource management, waste to energy, and renewable energy sectors within Turkey. Their role involved feasibility studies, due diligence, and project implementation, contributing to Turkey's transition towards green growth and sustainable development.

Sectors and geographic focus

With extensive experience in sectors such as energy, environment, pollution and waste management, science and innovation, and agriculture, the expert has held roles including National Technical Expert and Technical Manager. Their work focuses on waste to energy, sustainability, and circular economy projects. The expert's interdisciplinary expertise includes integrating digital solutions in environmental engineering and resource management. Their work is primarily concentrated in Turkey, contributing to national and regional development through innovative and sustainable practices. They also have experience working in the USA and Switzerland, enhancing their ability to manage and implement projects across different regions effectively.

Languages and education

With fluency in English and advanced proficiency in German, the expert also possesses basic skills in Spanish and Russian. These language competencies have been utilized in various professional contexts, including international project collaborations and working with multilingual teams in countries such as Turkey, the USA, and Switzerland. The expert holds a PhD and an MSc in Environmental Sciences from Bogazici University, Istanbul, Turkey. Additionally, they obtained a BSc in Molecular Biology and Genetics from the same institution. This educational foundation underpins their extensive expertise in environmental and sustainability sectors.