Leonardo Ribas Amaral

Leonardo Ribas Amaral is an experienced consultant specializing in forest restoration and community-based economic initiatives. Currently serving as a consultant at Forest Trends Association and BRAZBIO, Leonardo provides technical assistance for the Indigenous value chain of Brazil nuts and the implementation of regenerative agricultural systems in various Indigenous territories. Previous roles include consulting for Conservação Internacional on the economic viability of a Brazil nut processing agroindustry and facilitating leadership workshops for rural sustainable projects with IABS. With a strong background in socio-environmental projects, including recovery of permanent preservation areas through sustainable practices, Leonardo's educational credentials include a Master's in Environmental Sciences and several relevant specializations.