The Jara Beekeepers Association (JBA) was created under the umbrella of the Ajara Chamber of Commerce and Industry, which has been the member of Georgian Beekeepers Union since 2019. The goal of the Jara Beekeepers Association is to strengthen, promote and protect the interests of its members, raise their awareness, provide essential information and assist in the bio certification and […]

Mamuka Gvilava is an expert specializing in a wide range of environmental issues, with 25 years of experience working in Georgia, the Caucasus, the Black Sea region, and Europe. His expertise covers Earth observations, climate change assessments, green design and construction, nature-based methods, and strategic (SEA) and environmental impact assessments (EIA). He has performed and reviewed SEA/EIA for numerous plans […]

Co-Founder – Nodar Sirbiladze Nodar Sirbiladze, co-founder of the Center for Economic Transformation, discusses the economic impact and benefits of climate-smart and high-tech agriculture, both in the short and long term. If you are interested, please contact the hub administration at info@jrc.ge

Executive Director – David Chipashvili Green Alternative is a non-governmental, non-profit organization founded in 2000. The organization focuses on improving environmental policies in the country, protecting the environmental, social, and economic rights of local communities during state property privatization, ensuring public access to environmental information, and promoting active civic engagement in decision-making processes. If you are interested, please contact the […]

Director – Irakli Macharashvili Sabuko is a nature conservation organization founded in 2014 by the Georgian Center for Wildlife Conservation. As the local partner of BirdLife International—the world’s largest nature conservation network—Sabuko is dedicated to protecting and preserving biodiversity. The organization strives to foster a deeper appreciation of nature within society and promote the sustainable use of natural resources. If […]

Director – Nino Chkhobadze The Georgian Greens Movement is a non-governmental organization dedicated to protecting the humanitarian and ethnocultural environment based on the principles of sustainable development. Its mission includes advocating for ecological awareness, improving environmental conditions, and promoting sustainable practices. The organization works to eliminate the technocratic, consumerist approach to nature, encourage the adoption of environmentally friendly technologies, and […]

Mikheil Sokhadze. Leader of the national team FAO Project Manager and veterinarian, Mikheil Sokhadze, discusses the impact of climate change on veterinary medicine, particularly in livestock and poultry farming. He emphasizes the increased risks of emerging veterinary diseases due to shifting climate patterns and underscores the necessity for enhanced knowledge in disease management. Sokhadze also highlights the crucial roles of […]