Animesh Behera

Animesh Behera is a Researcher at Kühne Logistics University since July 2023, leading the FabCity project in the Food Research Group. He holds a Master’s degree in Resource Efficiency in Architecture and Planning from HafenCity University and a Bachelor of Architecture from School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi.

• Research focuses on sustainable urbanism and urban farming frameworks
• Expertise in zero-energy transitions and climate action

Animesh has received multiple honors including the GIZ Business Innovation award and UN-Habitat competition win, and has held diverse professional roles across India, Germany, France, Ireland, and Denmark.

• Co-founded Grow FoodLabs Pvt Ltd and AddtoZero Pvt Ltd
• Former Urban Planning Consultant at CRISIL and Technical Expert at GIZ