Mr. Teklu Gebretsadik | Energy | Best Researcher Award

Teklu Gebretsadik Wana is a Ph.D. Fellow in Economics at the University of Aveiro, Portugal, specializing in climate-smart energy and agri-food systems. With over 14 years of professional and research experience, he has significantly contributed to the fields of agricultural economics, bioenergy, natural resources, and food security through his work at the Ethiopian Agricultural Research Institute and the Southern Agricultural Research Institute. His interdisciplinary expertise integrates economic policy, resource management, and rural innovation to address sustainable development challenges in Africa. He has authored 15+ peer-reviewed journal articles, 4 research-based books, and multiple reports focusing on value chain analysis, irrigation sustainability, biogas technology adoption, and ecosystem conservation. His Springer Nature publications demonstrate his global research visibility. Teklu has served as a journal reviewer and editorial board member, emphasizing his engagement in advancing scientific quality and knowledge dissemination. His Google Scholar metrics include an h-index of 8, 16 documents, and over 350 citations, reflecting consistent scholarly impact in environmental and agricultural economics. His ongoing doctoral research explores economic models for climate-resilient agri-food transitions, reinforcing his commitment to evidence-based policy and sustainable innovation.