Prof. John U. Osonwa

Professor John U. Osonwa is a U.S.-trained Climate Change, Environmental Health Law & Policy, Renewable Energy, and Organic Agriculture expert with over 30 years of experience spanning research, teaching, consultancy, policy drafting, media outreach, project design, and project management. He has played a pivotal role in shaping climate, environmental health, and sustainability policies in Nigeria and across Africa.

Educational Background

Institution	Qualification
University of Massachusetts, USA	Bachelor of Arts (B.A) in English Literature (Honors)
Boston University, USA	Juris Doctor (J.D) – Environmental Law & Policy

Professional Experience & Appointments

• Consultant Expert, National Assembly of Nigeria (Environmental Health & Climate Change Matters)
• Resource Professional, Africa Academy of Sciences (Climate Change and Health)
• Former Contributing Editor, American Journal of Law and Medicine, Boston University, USA
• Consultant Author to the United Nations Special Rapporteur on Human Rights (Climate Change, Conflict, Health & Food Security)
• Co-Regional Coordinator, Society for Occupational Safety and Environmental Health (SOSEH)
• Former Adjunct Professor of Climate Change Policy & Environmental Law, University of Abuja
• Lead Expert on Climate Action, Just Transition & Carbon Finance, Africa Climate Forum
• Lead Presenter, Climate Change & Inclusive Economic Growth, Africa Economic Summit Group
• Lead Consultant & Drafter, Nigeria Carbon Market Framework, Federal Ministry of Justice
• Contributor & Editor, Africa Carbon Market Outlook (CarbonFree Africa)
• Resource Professional & Trainer, Organic Food Standardization & Export, Nigerian Export Promotion Council (NEPC)
• Expert Media Analyst, AIT, NTA, CHANNELS TV & Radio Nigeria
• Drafter, Revised e-Waste Regulation for Nigeria (Electrical & Electronics Sector)
• Co-author, EPR Guidance Document for Electronics Sector (NESREA, UNEP & GEF)
• Lead Consultant, NET ZERO CLIMATE SOLUTIONS LTD
• Founder & Chairman, VIRGIN ORGANIC COMPANY LTD
• Senior Advisor, Climate Change Mitigation & Adaptation Initiative

Public Service & Contributions

Prof. Osonwa has contributed extensively to climate governance, environmental justice, carbon markets, circular economy frameworks, and sustainable agriculture in Africa. His work continues to influence national policy, international climate negotiations, and capacity-building initiatives across government, academia, and the private sector.

Email: johnosonwa@gmail.com