Dr. Humphrey Agevi



Dr. Humphrey Agevi serves as a Research Associate in Climate Change and Development at the Africa Research and Impact Network (ARIN). In this capacity, he plays a pivotal role in resource mobilization and collaborates closely with fellow scientists within the organization to design, implement, analyze, and summarize innovative research projects. Additionally, Dr. Agevi supports ARIN Press by contributing to the design, execution, writing, and dissemination of high-quality research findings through various mediums such as research papers, journal articles, reports, and policy briefs.

With a Ph.D. in Environmental Biology from Moi University and an MSc in Environmental Biology from Masinde Muliro University of Science and Technology (MMUST), Dr. Agevi brings a wealth of academic expertise to his role. His research interests primarily revolve around Biodiversity and Climate Change, with a particular focus on nature-based solutions (NbS), socio-ecological resilience, climate adaptation metrics, and biodiversity assessment. Moreover, he possesses extensive experience in terrestrial carbon cycle modeling, quantifying tree biomass, soil carbon, and CO2 emissions in agricultural systems, as well as analyzing climate, agronomic, and environmental data.

Dr. Agevi boasts over a decade of experience in both teaching and research. His work has been published in reputable journals, media outlets, and blogs, showcasing his contributions to the field. He is a key member of the Kenya Ecosystem Services Partnership (ESP) national network, contributing to the enhancement of science, policy, and practice related to ecosystem services for conservation and sustainable development. Furthermore, he is affiliated with prestigious organizations such as the African Forest Forum (AFF), British Ecological Society (BES), Ecological Society of Eastern Africa (ECSEA), Society for Conservation GIS (SCGIS), and International Association of Landscape Ecologists (IALE).