Ruben, Jr Amparado

President and CEO @Environmental Visionaries, Inc

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Dr. Ruben F. Amparado Jr, is a distinguished management consultant, trainer, and retired professor of Environmental Science and Sustainable Development with over 42 years of experience in teaching, research, and extension services. He specializes in climate change mitigation, mangrove ecology research, conservation agriculture, and bioremediation, demonstrating a strong commitment to academic excellence with over 60 publications in prestigious journals indexed by Web of Science and Scopus. He holds a Ph.D. in Applied Biological Sciences and has held significant roles, including President and CEO of Environmental Visionaries, Inc., where he conducts environmental impact assessments and biodiversity research. He served as a Professor at Mindanao State University – Iligan Institute of Technology, where he championed the development of advanced curricula and led projects promoting sustainable practices. Dr. Amparado’s recent book, "Investing for the Future: The Science of Climate Change and the Economics of Transitioning to Renewable Energy Sources," discusses the economic benefits of transitioning to renewable energy. His research contributions span various topics, including carbon stock assessments and ecosystem services valuation. Recognized for his analytical prowess, he is involved in environmental planning, solid waste management, and hydrological modeling, and notably in mangrove ecology research. With experience in training design and implementation, he actively collaborates with the National Resiliency Council of the Philippines to enhance local government resilience. His engagement with GNPower Kauswagan Ltd.Co. started when Engr. Juvelyn Demotica-Canaveral, Environmental Manager, Environment Division of GNPower Kauswagan Ltd Co. shared in April 22, 2025 the company’s experience with flooding in 2021 and how the flow of Larapan River affects, directly and indirectly, the operations of the plant and the community which is dependent on it. Based on the company’s need, he drafted a proposal titled, “Compre