Nana Osei Bonsu

Dr. Nana Osei Bonsu is an Assistant Professor in Responsible Business & Sustainability at the Centre for Responsible Business, Birmingham Business School, University of Birmingham. He is also the Deputy Programme Director of the Undergraduate Business Management Suite (Singapore). His work integrates academic research with policy and practice in sustainability.

• PhD in Land-Use & Sustainable Forestry Research, University College Dublin (2016)
• MSc in Environmental Resource & Sustainable Management, University College Dublin (2010)
• BSc in Environmental, Health & Safety Management, Athlone Institute of Technology, Ireland (2008)
• PGC in Managing Development, Open University
• Postgraduate studies in Environment Decision-Making and Occupational Health & Safety Management, Open University
• Sciences - Laboratory Technology, University of Cape Coast, Ghana (1999)

Dr. Osei Bonsu's research focuses on sustainability policy and governance, with emphasis on net-zero emissions, circular economy, electric vehicle transition, and the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). His interdisciplinary approach incorporates social innovation, nexus thinking, and scenario development to address complex environmental and socio-ecological challenges, particularly in low- and middle-income countries. He explores the interplay between global value chains and responsible business practices, sustainable transportation, land-use planning, and biodiversity conservation.

His recent publications reflect a strong trend in sustainability transitions, particularly in urban mobility, equitable access to clean technologies, and policy integration across environmental, social, and economic dimensions. He investigates how businesses and governments can co-create sustainable futures through innovation and inclusive governance.

• Editor, Forest Policy and Economics journal
• Reviewer for Futures Journal, Journal of Sustainable Forestry, and others
• Member, Chartered Institute of Environmental Health (CIEH)
• Appointed Member, CIEH Air Quality Panel (advising UK government on air pollution policy)

Dr. Osei Bonsu has led and contributed to research projects funded by the European Commission and has professional experience in infrastructure, transport, and environmental health policy with UK local authorities. He previously worked as a Research Scientist on EU FP-7 project INTEGRAL at University College Dublin. He has also advised multinational corporations on environmental, health, and safety management systems aligned with ISO standards. His current research includes a study on the sustainability of Britain's low-carbon economy and zero-emission vehicle global value chains.