Mikey Mohan

Mikey Mohan is a prominent researcher and entrepreneur specializing in remote sensing, climate change, data science, and forest carbon management. He is currently a Researcher at Berkeley Lab, where he worked from August 2019 until August 2023. His research primarily focuses on the applications of NASA's GEDI (Global Ecosystem Dynamics Investigation) for understanding tropical forests' responses to climate change.12

In addition to his role at Berkeley Lab, Mikey is the CEO and Founder of Ecoresolve, a non-profit organization dedicated to ecosystem restoration and conservation through advanced technologies, particularly in the Middle East and North Africa regions. His work encompasses various areas including forest regeneration, biodiversity conservation, and sustainable practices.12

Mikey holds a PhD in Geography - Earth System Science from the University of California, Berkeley, and has published over 37 peer-reviewed articles, contributing significantly to the fields of environmental science and remote sensing.12 His academic background also includes two master's degrees from North Carolina State University in Forestry and Environmental Resources as well as Operations Research.1

He actively engages in collaborative projects globally, leveraging remote sensing technologies to enhance food and water security and promote ecotourism initiatives.1 Additionally, he serves as a Science Advisor/Lead for the United Nations Volunteers program, focusing on developing tools for spatial analysis in environmental conservation.12