We are a team of senior experts of diverse and complementary expertise’s, deeply concerned by Climate Change.
Our seasoned team of experts, driven by climate change concerns, draws from extensive field experience witnessing the consequences of greenhouse gas emissions on rising temperatures, shifting climate patterns, and ecosystem disruption.
Acknowledging the imperative to balance « Sobriety » and « Development, » we advocate for sustainable economic development in emerging countries to alleviate the severe impacts of climate change on vulnerable populations.
We firmly believe that solutions lie in long-term Public-Private Partnerships, particularly through Degraded Land Restoration, offering a harmonious coexistence between environmental and economic imperatives.
The LDN Advisory Team, The Field experience
Alain Retière
Alain, a seasoned agronomist and sustainable landscape planner, leverages extensive expertise in tropical ecosystem restoration, local development planning, and cutting-edge technologies like digital mapping and remote sensing. With a remarkable career spanning contributions to technical assistance missions across 120 countries, he plays a crucial role since 2014 in supporting the “Land Restauration Neutrality” UNCCD strategy, driving impactful initiatives for large-scale carbon sequestration, biodiversity restoration, and the advancement of food security and agriculture sustainability.
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Alain Retière, distinguished as a senior agronomist and sustainable landscape planner, boasts extensive expertise encompassing the restoration and conservation of tropical ecosystems, local development planning, and proficiency in digital mapping and remote sensing technologies. With a rich career history spanning roles in NGOs, the United Nations, and private consultancy, he has made significant contributions to technical assistance missions across 120 countries. His impactful endeavors have focused on post-conflict rehabilitation, natural disaster recovery, disaster risk reduction, and spearheading low carbon economic development activities, notably in agriculture and agroforestry.
Since 2014, Alain has played a pivotal role in supporting the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification (UNCCD). His contributions extend to shaping target setting methodologies, impact indicators, and the design of Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN) transformative investments. This visionary work has resulted in substantial achievements, including large-scale carbon sequestration and biodiversity restoration. Simultaneously, Alain’s efforts contribute significantly to enhancing global food security and promoting sustainability in agriculture, aligning with the broader goals of environmental conservation and socio-economic advancement.
Pierre Delcroix
Pierre, an economist and ESSEC Business School graduate, boasts over 30 years’ expertise in Industrial Marketing, covering in particular waste management and agroforestry projects across Middle-East and Africa. As the owner of Delcroix Consulting, he leads interdisciplinary teams, specializing in waste recycling and industrial decarbonization with a focus on pyrogasification technology for syngaz production and biochar for soil fertilization.
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Pierre, a distinguished economist and ESSEC Business School graduate, possesses a rich professional journey spanning over 30 years, with a primary focus on industrial marketing. His expertise has been instrumental in spearheading waste management and agroforestry projects across various African countries, including Morocco, Egypt, Nigeria, Benin, Uganda, Kenya, and Tanzania. Having contributed significantly to renowned international companies such as Rhone-Poulenc, Suez, and Lafarge, Pierre has honed his skills as a versatile leader of interdisciplinary project teams.
Pierre is adept at fostering and advancing the development of strategic partnerships, showcasing a nuanced understanding of collaborative endeavors. As the owner of Delcroix Consulting, an Impact projects consulting firm, Pierre directs his efforts toward the decarbonization of industrial processes. His primary focus revolves around leveraging innovative pyrogasification technology for syngaz production, offering a sustainable alternative to natural gas. Additionally, Pierre is actively engaged in the utilization of biochar for soil fertilization, aligning his consultancy with eco-friendly and transformative solutions.
Dolapo Odulana
Dolapo, a seasoned forestry and environmental consultant with an academic background in Forestry Resources Management and MBA, brings over 24 years of experience from serving in various capacities within the Government of Ogun State, Nigeria. His notable roles include serving as Director at the Ogun State Forestry ministry, and as Permanent Secretary to the state. A distinguished ambassador of the Forestry Association of Nigeria, Dolapo represented Ogun State at the Conference of Parties on climate change (COP 21) in Paris in 2015.
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Dolapo, an esteemed forestry and environmental consultant, holds a B.Sc. in Forestry Resources Management from the University of Ibadan and an MBA from the University of Calabar, Cross Rivers State, Nigeria. His illustrious career spans over 24 years of dedicated service within the Government of Ogun State, Nigeria, where he played pivotal roles in the Forestry Ministry. Notably, he served as the Forestry Programs Director at the Ogun State Forestry Plantation Project, a significant undertaking assisted by IBRD/ADB, before concluding his service as a distinguished Permanent Secretary to the State.
Beyond his impactful governmental roles, Dolapo represented Ogun State at the Conference of Parties on climate change (COP 21) in Paris, France, in 2015, showcasing his commitment to global environmental initiatives. Additionally, he holds the prestigious title of a distinguished ambassador of the Forestry Association of Nigeria, further attesting to his profound contributions and influence within the forestry domain.
Olivier Follin
Olivier embarked on his business journey in the Automotive Industry at Renault Inc. in the USA before starting in 1992 an International Banking career in the French “Agence Française de Développement” – AFD – group). Serving at PROPARCO as CFO, Olivier then lead the Nigerian office from 2012, where he guided cumulative investments of USD 705 million across sectors like banking, Private Equity funds, infrastructure, agroindustry, and health in Sub-Saharan Africa.
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Olivier’s distinguished business journey commenced in the Automotive Industry at Renault Inc. in the USA and extended to the International Banking sector. In 1992, he made a significant move to the Agence Française de Développement (AFD group), marking the onset of his impactful career in development finance. As a senior Investment Officer at PROPARCO, Olivier played a pivotal role in financing industrial projects, showcasing his acumen for strategic financial management. His trajectory within PROPARCO continued to ascend as he assumed the role of CFO in 1997, further solidifying his expertise in financial leadership.
A defining chapter in Olivier’s career unfolded in 2012 when he assumed leadership of the Nigerian PROPARCO office. Under his guidance, the office achieved cumulative investments amounting to USD 705 million. These investments were strategically directed towards diverse sectors, including banks, private equity funds, infrastructure, agroindustry, and the health sector, exemplifying Olivier’s ability to navigate and contribute to multifaceted development initiatives.
Bala Haruna Gukut
Bala, is a seasoned Forester, Natural Resources and Environmental Management expert, graduated from the Nigerian universities of Jos and Bayero. Bala then rose through the ranks in the Federal Service to the position of Director. Notably, he played a key role in coordinating and establishing the Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN) Target for Nigeria and served as the National Focal Point for the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification from 2016 to 2019.
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Bala, a highly experienced Forester and expert in Natural Resources and Environmental Management, is a distinguished Nigerian professional. A graduate of the University of Jos with advanced credentials including a Post Graduate Diploma and a Master’s degree in Environmental Management from Bayero University in Kano, Bala has started his professional journey in the Federal Ministry of Environment, where he ascended through the ranks, attaining the prestigious position of Director.
His strategic vision and administrative prowess were further evident as he took on the role of Assistant Project Manager for the Integrated Ecosystem Management Project in the trans-boundary area between Nigeria and Niger Republic. Bala’s dedication to environmental stewardship reached an international scale when he served as the National Focal Point for Nigeria for the United Nations Convention to Combat Desertification from 2016 to 2019. In this capacity, he played a crucial role in shaping and implementing initiatives to combat desertification, showcasing his commitment to global environmental sustainability.
Ludwig Liagre
Ludwig holds an MScs in Rural Development & Environmental Economics and an MBA He is a Development Cooperation expert and founder of the Rio Impact consulting firm, with a focus on the implementation of the Rio conventions (UNFCCC, CBD, UNCCD). With a background as a forest policy and finance advisor for GIZ and roles with UN agencies, EIB, and the UNCCD, Ludwig has spearheaded impactful projects globally, demonstrating his commitment to environmental sustainability.
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Ludwig, an adept Development Cooperation expert and founder of the Rio Impact consulting firm, has dedicated his career to the specialized implementation of Rio conventions (UNFCCC, CBD, UNCCD). Ludwig’s academic credentials include MScs in Rural Development & Environmental Economics from AgroParisTech, France, and an MBA from Le College des Ingénieurs, France-Germany. Initiating his journey as a forest policy and finance advisor for GIZ across the Middle East, North Africa, and Latin America, Ludwig crafted and executed impactful projects at the intersection of the three Rio conventions, showcasing his commitment to holistic environmental solutions.
Transitioning into an international consultant, Ludwig collaborated with UN agencies such as UNDP and FAO, contributing his expertise to transformative projects in Africa and Asia. His journey also led him to pivotal roles, notably as a Climate Change Specialist at the European Investment Bank (EIB) and as a Program Officer at the Global Mechanism of the UNCCD. In these capacities, Ludwig spearheaded initiatives on Land Degradation Neutrality (LDN) Transformative Projects and Programs, highlighting his dedication to combatting land degradation on a global scale.
Sei Cabrol
Sei, a visionary leader and space engineer is dedicated to catalysing positive transformations in Sustainable Development, the Space Industry, and Public Health. With an impressive track record spanning more than a decade, he has been a stalwart advocate for the New Space start-up ecosystem, redirecting its focus towards environmental preservation. Sei’s expertise in New Space, Software Architecture, and Artificial Intelligence has globally influenced these fields.
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Sei, a visionary leader, and esteemed space engineer, has dedicated over a decade to catalyzing positive transformations in Sustainable Development, the Space Industry, and Public Health. His track record boasts exceptional contributions to renowned organizations such as Airbus Defense & Space, Keolis Group, and the United Nations. Since 2020, Sei has demonstrated unwavering commitment to the New Space startup ecosystem, instigating a pivotal shift from profit-seeking to a profound emphasis on the protection and restoration of natural ecosistemic services.
His profound impact extends from his extensive expertise in New Space, Software Architecture, and Artificial Intelligence, imprinting a lasting influence on a global scale. Sei’s holistic approach reflects a commitment to societal well-being, environmental stewardship, and the advancement of cutting-edge technologies for the betterment of our collective future.
