Dr. Heinz Leuenberger
Dr. Heinz Leuenberger has been Director of the Environmental Management Branch (EMB) of UNIDO since March 2006. The EMB is responsible for activities related to resource efficient and cleaner production, waste, chemicals and water management and the reduction of mercury use in artisanal gold mining. The Branch has activities in the area of sustainable management of large marine eco-systems, the implementation of measures related to the Stockholm Convention and is assisting municipalities and cities in methodologies and tools to improve environmental performance of its industries. Dr. Leuenberger coordinated the redesign and strengthening of the “Global joint UNIDO-UNEP Resource Efficient and Cleaner Production” program and he is also currently involved in the design, formulation and implementation of the “Green industry Initiative” of UNIDO.