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About Valentin Vasilyevich Emelin
Valentin Vasilyevich Emelin
Senior Advisor
Phone: +47 995 12 229

Reducing the impact of war and crime on the environment by strengthening governance, technology and innovation.

With over three decades dedicated to environmental management and communication, I have focused on finding and testing practical solutions to combat crime against the environment and develop transboundary cooperation. My work aims to bridge the gap between scientific data and public understanding, fostering informed decision-making.

What I Bring

Holding a PhD in chemistry (specializing in polymer technology) from the Leningrad Institute of Technology and a Master of Public Administration from Harvard University, I bring a multidisciplinary approach to environmental challenges. My expertise encompasses environmental crime, international development, capacity building for environmental authorities, and enhancing public participation. I specialise in the application of Earth Observation and remote sensing technologies, including the use of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles for environmental monitoring. I have a deep understanding of the environmental and administrative landscapes in developing countries, in particular in the Caspian region, EECCA countries and Sub-Saharan Africa.

My Focus Areas

  • Catalytic Knowledge & Insight Generation
  • Collaborative Facilitation & Transformative Engagement
  • Leadership in Governance & Policy Shaping

In My Own Words

″Effective environmental governance requires not just data, but the ability to translate that data into actionable insights for diverse stakeholders.″

Skills: Environmental Information Management Capacity building and public engagement Environmental Crime Prevention Negotiation and Diplomacy in Environmental Contexts Transboundary water resource governance Use of remote sensing for environmental monitoring

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