Martin Kaonga: Bridging Carbon Science and Faith for Climate Action | Gates Cambridge

Martin Kaonga, a Gates Cambridge scholar with a PhD in Carbon Biogeochemistry, has spent over two decades working on nature-based carbon projects, REDD+ due diligence, and forest restoration across Africa and beyond. His career spans roles at A Rocha International, Fauna & Flora International, ClimateCare, and BP, where he led technical work on carbon accounting, project validation, and compliance with international standards like Plan Vivo. Kaonga's work highlights the intersection of technical expertise and moral leadership in addressing ecological crises. He argues that technology alone is insufficient, emphasizing the need for ethical and spiritual perspectives. His current writing aims to unite science, theology, and sustainability, reflecting a career that bridges field-level carbon measurement with policy and market implementation.