design and innovation
Scaling Nature-Based Solutions for Regenerative Ecosystem Conservation
Nature-based innovations
Applied Research & Development is more than an Academic exercise - it’s a Catalyst for Regenerative Change.
Our Mission-driven research focuses on advancing Nature-Based Solutions that restore, protect, and regenerate ecosystems while addressing climate, biodiversity, and socio-economic challenges at scale.
Our research agenda is guided and peer-reviewed by an International Scientific Committee composed of leading experts from prestigious global institutions.
Through our University and Technology Partner Ecosystem, we co-develop pioneering tools, frameworks, and applied science that drive large-scale impact.
Our Nature Positive Certification formally recognize innovative Nature-Based Solutions that align with our Framework for Regenerative Ecosystem Greatness.
At Net Zero Nexus, we are not only generating knowledge—we are building a global research movement to restore the living systems that sustain life on Earth. We build the global coalitions needed to scale regenerative ecosystem solutions.
focus areas
Our Shaping the Future Global Conference brings together People to share knowledge on the following topics:
Regenerative Land Use Models – Developing and validating approaches for sustainable agriculture, agroecology, and landscape restoration.
Ecosystem Service Valuation – Quantifying the climate, biodiversity, and economic benefits of conservation efforts.
Monitoring & Verification – Using AI, satellite data, and sensor networks to track ecosystem health and carbon sequestration.
Community-Centered Innovation – Integrating Indigenous knowledge and local stewardship into scalable ecosystem management.
Finance-Ready Conservation Models – Designing Nature-Based Solutions that attract blended finance, carbon markets, and green investments.
science for impact
Our Research spans in-house strategic studies, multi-partner public-private collaborations, and contracted industrial R&D, allowing us to bridge innovation and application.
Every project contributes to our goal: proving that regeneration is both ecologically essential and economically viable.
At Net Zero Nexus, we don’t just study Nature - we work with it to Shape a more Sustainable Future.
Prof Alberto Tsamba, Eduardo Mondlane University, Mozambique
Prof Babu Sena Paul, University of Johannesburg (UJ), South Africa
Prof Daniel Madyira, University of Johannesburg (UJ), South Africa
Prof Darelle van Greunen, Nelson Mandela University (NMU), South Africa
Prof Esther Akinlabi, Northumbria University (NU), United Kingdom
Prof Khumbulani Mpofu, Tshwane University of Technology (TUT), South Africa
Prof Laetitia Adelard, University of Reunion Island, Reunion Island
Prof Maurice Forget, International School of Management (ISM), France
Prof Samuel John, Namibia University of Science and Technology (NUST), Namibia
Prof Srinath Doss, Botho University, Botswana
Prof Stefan Böhm, University of Kassel, Germany
Prof Stephen Matope, Stellenbosch University, South Africa
Prof Tiaan Oosthuizen, International School of Management (ISM), France
Prof Tshilidzi Marwala, United Nations University (UNU), Japan
international scientific committee
Dr Bruce Damons, Nelson Mandela University (NMU), South Africa
Dr Edo Heyns, Allee Bleue, South Africa
Dr Harlan Cloete, University of Free State, South Africa
Dr Helene Caillet, University of Reunion Island, Reunion Island
Dr Mfusi Mjonono, Western Cape Department of Agriculture (WCDA), South Africa
Dr Mncedisi Dewa, University of the Witwatersrand (Wits), South Africa
Dr Nicholas M Tayisepi, National University of Science and Technology (NUST), Zimbabwe
Dr Paul Refalo, University of Malta, Malta
Dr Rok Vrabič, University of Ljubljana (UL), Slovenia
Dr William Makhetha, Cape Peninsula University of Technology (CPUT), South Africa
Dr Zviemurwi Chihambakwe, Chinhoyi University of Technology, Zimbabwe
Mr Henk Stander, Stellenbosch University (SU), South Africa
