Walid Ali is a seasoned expert in environmental economics and climate change management, with a comprehensive career spanning over two decades. As a Senior Research Fellow at the Institute for Environment and Development (LESTARI), Walid led pioneering research on sustainability and environmental impacts. In subsequent roles at UNDP, including Regional Specialist for Climate Change and Environment and Programme Management Officer for Environment and Climate Change, Walid focused on policy development, strategic partnerships, and program management, successfully overseeing projects addressing climate challenges and advocating for low-carbon development. Notable achievements include managing over $50 million in GEF-funded projects and facilitating prominent collaborations with organizations like the World Bank and FAO. Additionally, Walid has contributed to climate policy and peacebuilding initiatives through strategic academies and thematic reviews. Walid holds a PhD in Environment and Development from the National University of Malaysia (UKM).
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