Networking & Collaboration

Technologies are vital to building climate-resilient, low-carbon societies. Many essential technologies already exist — the challenge is to get them deployed where they are needed, and to build the enabling environments to support technology innovation, adaptation and scale-up. An overwhelming number of developing countries’ Nationally Determined Contributions (NDCs) under the Paris Agreement indicate a requirement for technology support and capacity building in order to achieve their commitments. To meet this need, the CTCN serves as a demand-driven and trusted partner, matching the needs of developing countries for climate change-related equipment, methods, capacity development, and policy advice with the world-class expertise of its Network and our collaborators.

Gender and Climate Technology Expert Roster

At COP28 in Dubai, the Technology Mechanism introduced the Climate Technology and Gender Expert Roster, a global roster of female experts on climate technologies and female and male gender experts who can be called upon for various events, workshops, and activities, and for consultation during technical assistance implementation.

Technology Mechanism is looking for experts to engage

The Technology Mechanism invites professionals in the fields of climate technology and gender to join its Expert Roster.

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Ahmed Medhat Mohamed Ali

Sector(s) of experience: Agriculture, Agriculture and forestry, Agriculture, forestry, land-use, fisheries, Capacity-building and training, Carbon fixation and abatement, Coastal Zones, Communication and awareness, Community-based, Economics and climate finance, End-use energy efficiency, Energy Efficiency, Energy production, Gender, Governance and planning (policy, regulatory systems), Industry, Infrastructure and Urban Planning, Manufacturing, Renewable energy, Waste management, Water, Water supply and wastewater management

Level of expertise:

15+ years

Region of expertise

Africa
Northern Africa

Ahmed Medhat is a sustainability and environmental strategy leader with over 25 years of experience driving climate-resilient and gender-responsive development across the MENA region. His expertise spans ESG strategy, climate finance, and environmental compliance, helping organizations translate global climate goals into practical, technology-driven action.

Md Salman Rahman

Sector(s) of experience: Agriculture, Agriculture and forestry, Agriculture, forestry, land-use, fisheries, Capacity-building and training, Carbon fixation and abatement, Coastal Zones, Communication and awareness, Community-based, Disaster Risk Reduction, Early warning systems and Environmental assessment, Economics and climate finance, Ecosystems and biodiversity, End-use energy efficiency, Endogenous technologies, Energy production, Forestry, Gender, Governance and planning (policy, regulatory systems), Human health, Infrastructure and Urban Planning, Marine and Fisheries, Renewable energy, Solid waste management, Waste management, Water, Water supply and wastewater management

Level of expertise:

1-5 years

Region of expertise

Asia

I am a researcher and analyst specializing in climate change, environmental sustainability, and international relations. Currently, I serve as a Research Officer at the Forest Economics and Climate Change Division, Bangladesh Forest Research Institute under the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Bangladesh, focusing on ecosystem service valuation, climate resilience, and policy research aligned with SDGs and national adaptation strategies.

Ahmed Medhat Mohamed Ali

Sector(s) of experience: Agriculture, Agriculture and forestry, Agriculture, forestry, land-use, fisheries, Capacity-building and training, Carbon fixation and abatement, Coastal Zones, Communication and awareness, Community-based, Economics and climate finance, End-use energy efficiency, Energy Efficiency, Energy production, Gender, Governance and planning (policy, regulatory systems), Industry, Infrastructure and Urban Planning, Manufacturing, Renewable energy, Solid waste management, Waste management, Water, Water supply and wastewater management

Level of expertise:

15+ years

Region of expertise

Africa
Northern Africa

Johannes Goudjanou

Sector(s) of experience: Agriculture, Agriculture and forestry, Agriculture, forestry, land-use, fisheries, Capacity-building and training, Communication and awareness, Community-based, Disaster Risk Reduction, Early warning systems and Environmental assessment, Economics and climate finance, Ecosystems and biodiversity, End-use energy efficiency, Endogenous technologies, Energy Efficiency, Energy production, Gender, Governance and planning (policy, regulatory systems), Infrastructure and Urban Planning, Innovation, research, development and demonstration, Renewable energy, Solid waste management, Waste management, Water, Water supply and wastewater management

Level of expertise:

5-10 years

Region of expertise

Africa

Johannes Goudjanou is a Renewable Energy, Environment, and Sustainability Specialist with more than eight years of experience advancing sustainable transformation initiatives across Africa. His professional journey bridges clean energy systems, gender-responsive climate solutions, agroecology, and circular economy strategies, integrating technology, policy, and social inclusion to generate tangible and enduring impact.

Syed Ali Asghar Abbas Rizvi

Sector(s) of experience: Capacity-building and training, Communication and awareness, Community-based, Gender, Human health, Waste management

Level of expertise:

1-5 years

Region of expertise

Asia
South-Eastern Asia

Syed Ali Asghar is a community youth leader, climate advocate, and documentary filmmaker from Lahore, Pakistan. With over seven years of experience in health, climate, and social justice work, he currently serves with Dostana Male Health Society under the UNDP project, focusing on HIV prevention, treatment, and community empowerment.

Antoinette Moleele

Sector(s) of experience: Agriculture, Agriculture and forestry, Agriculture, forestry, land-use, fisheries, Buildings, Capacity-building and training, Communication and awareness, Community-based, Early warning systems and Environmental assessment, Ecosystems and biodiversity, End-use energy efficiency, Gender, Governance and planning (policy, regulatory systems), Human health, Innovation, research, development and demonstration, Renewable energy, Waste management, Water supply and wastewater management

Level of expertise:

5-10 years

Region of expertise

Africa
Southern Africa

Africa
Eastern Africa

Antoinette is a Climate Change Practitioner, an Advocacy and Capacity Development Consultant with a focus on Climate Smart Agribusiness and Food Systems, climate education and environmental sustainability for youth, Gender and vulnerable communities. Her record of accomplishment includes community engagement, public speaking, project coordination and facilitation, policy development, advocacy and implementation particularly in Climate Change and Food Systems.

Islam Khater

Sector(s) of experience: Agriculture, Agriculture and forestry, Agriculture, forestry, land-use, fisheries, Capacity-building and training, Carbon fixation and abatement, Coastal Zones, Communication and awareness, Community-based, Disaster Risk Reduction, Early warning systems and Environmental assessment, Economics and climate finance, Ecosystems and biodiversity, End-use energy efficiency, Endogenous technologies, Energy Efficiency, Energy production, Forestry, Governance and planning (policy, regulatory systems), Infrastructure and Urban Planning, Innovation, research, development and demonstration, Mining and metal production for climate action, Renewable energy, Solid waste management, Waste management, Water

Level of expertise:

15+ years

Region of expertise

Africa
Northern Africa

Curriculum Vitae

Prof. Dr. Islam Mohammed Monier Khater

Position: Professor of Agricultural Engineering, Head of Soil and Water Conservation Department, Desert Research Center (DRC), Cairo, Egypt
Email: [email protected]
Mobile: +201003062914
ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0002-3987-5763

Carolina Hedman

Sector(s) of experience:

Level of expertise:

1-5 years

Region of expertise

Latin America and the Caribbean
Central America

Carolina Hedman is a leader in emerging technologies, sustainability, and digital innovation. Born in Mexico and based in Sweden for the past two decades, she has transformed her migration experience into a driving force for inclusion and empowerment within European and global tech ecosystems. Her work bridges artificial intelligence, XR (extended reality), blockchain, and sustainability, always with a human‑centered and transformative approach.

Baya Aissaoui

Sector(s) of experience:

Level of expertise:

1-5 years

Region of expertise

Europe

As an engineer in hydraulics i gain an experience in water sector, previously as a scientific researcher at the Abdus Salam International Centre for Theoretical Physics (ICTP), I contribute to advancing global understanding of climate change impacts and hydrological systems. With over four years of experience, I specialize in climate modeling, sustainable water management, and adaptation strategies, leveraging my expertise to address pressing environmental challenges.

Anna Samwel

Sector(s) of experience: Agriculture and forestry, Agriculture, forestry, land-use, fisheries, Buildings, Capacity-building and training, Communication and awareness, Community-based, Disaster Risk Reduction, Economics and climate finance, Ecosystems and biodiversity, End-use energy efficiency, Endogenous technologies, Energy Efficiency, Energy production, Forestry, Gender, Governance and planning (policy, regulatory systems), Human health, Innovation, research, development and demonstration, Renewable energy, Water supply and wastewater management

Level of expertise:

15+ years

Region of expertise

Europe
Eastern Europe

I am a gender and environment specialist with over 17 years of experience at the nexus of climate action, gender justice, and sustainable development. My academic background in international development and organizational management is complemented by extensive practical work leading multi-country projects, managing partnerships, and advising on gender mainstreaming in climate and energy programmes.