Mohamed Nady

By Charlotte Owen-Burge | January 13, 2023

Nady Mahmoud is an Egyptian nature scientist based in Bonn, Germany. With extensive experience in nature and natural resources management, Nady has cultivated a diverse background spanning academia, research, and roles within international organizations. Currently, he serves as the Land-Use & Urban Nature Lead, spearheading work on the Land Use Breakthroughs with global partners and supporting commitments and delivery of actions with the  global initiatives aimed at the restoration, conservation, and management of land and forest systems.

Throughout his career, Nady has led pivotal international projects on land use and climate in the Mediterranean region and Europe, in universities and international organisations. His tenure with the European Commission notably included participation in global ecosystem valuation projects. Recognized as a leader among his peers, Nady was selected for the prestigious Climate Protection Fellowship, aimed at fostering young climate leaders in Germany. This experience further broadened his expertise in Nature, land and climate.

Nady holds a Master’s degree in Applied Ecology and Ecosystem Analysis from Kiel University in Germany and is presently pursuing a Ph.D. in Climate and Nature-Based Solutions at Bonn University. Nady is passionate about delivery and implementation of land, forest and urban-nature conservation actions through inclusive high quality mechanisms.