Maurits Kruisheer

Maurits Kruisheer is a skilled professional with extensive experience in climate, water, and agriculture project management. Currently serving as Climate Lead and Technical Project Manager at Akvo since November 2022, Maurits focuses on leveraging data and technology to facilitate climate action initiatives within a nonprofit context. Previously, from April 2019 to October 2022, Maurits worked as a Geoscience Specialist at 52impact, overseeing projects related to water and sustainability using satellite data technologies. Maurits's academic background includes a Master of Science in Earth Sciences with a track in Environmental Management from the University of Amsterdam, complemented by a Bachelor of Science in Future Planet Studies/Earth Sciences. Additional experience includes roles as a teaching assistant at the University of Amsterdam and a graduate research intern at FutureWater, where research focused on mapping global irrigated areas using advanced data techniques.