About ACE4ES
The Agroecology and Circular Economy for Ecosystem Services (ACE4ES) project is a multidisciplinary and multi-institutional initiative aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture practices to mitigate Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (SLCPs) and enhance ecosystem services led by the CSIR-Crops Research Institute (CSIR-CRI) in collaboration with regional partners in Ghana, Nigeria, Benin and Tanzania, the project seeks to address the environmental, social, and economic challenges associated with conventional farming methods.
OurJourney
To revolutionize agricultural systems through the integration of agroecology and circular economy principles, fostering sustainable farming practices that significantly reduce short-lived climate pollutants, enhance ecosystem services, and improve the livelihoods of farmers and communities in Ghana, Nigeria, Benin, and Tanzania.
To lead the transformation of agriculture in Africa, creating resilient, climate-smart farming communities that prioritize environmental stewardship, food security, and sustainable development for present and future generations.
Core Team Members
Dr. Kwaku Onwona-Hwesofour Asante
Research Scientist, Csir- Crops Research Institute
Dr. Kwaku Onwona-Hwesofour Asante
Project Lead and Principal Investigator
Dr. Elliott Dossou-Yovo
Africa Rice Center
SLCP Quantification Specialist
Dr. (Mrs) Patricia Pinamang Acheampong
Principal Research Scientist - Csir, Crops Research Institute
Socio-Economics Team Lead
Dr. Priscilla Francisco Ribeiro
Senior Research Scientist -Csir Crops Research Institute
Technical Lead for Cereals
Mr Bismark Owusu Tetteh Nortey
Peasant Farmers Association of Ghana
Advocacy Lead