Thomas Breu

Thomas Breu is a Professor at the Centre for Development and Environment (CDE), University of Bern. As Director of CDE and Executive Director of IGS North-South, he leads research on sustainable development with a focus on resource governance, socioecological systems, and science-policy interfaces.

• Key Affiliations: University of Bern, CDE, IGS North-South
• Contact: thomas.breu@unibe.ch

Research Interests span natural resource management, governance of socioecological systems in Southeast Asia, East Africa, Central Asia, and climate policy frameworks. His work integrates spatial modeling and evidence-informed decision-making.

Network Affiliations:

• Commission for Research Partnerships with Developing Countries (KFPE)
• Global Water Partnership (GWP)
• United Nations Sustainable Development Solutions Network (SDSN)

With 15 years of field experience in Southeast Asia, Central Asia, and Africa, he combines practical implementation with academic rigor. His work also emphasizes development of education programs from bachelor to PhD levels.