Subhra Bhattacharjee (Ph.D.) has been named Director General of the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC), an appointment she took over on 1st October this year. Subhra brings over 20 years of experience in public policy and programming in climate change and sustainable development, having worked closely with governments, NGOs, academia, and the private sector worldwide.

She has worked for the United Nations, and prior to that for the Reserve Bank of India, with a brief stint in academia. Subhra holds a M.Phil. in economics from Jawaharlal Nehru University, and a Ph.D. in economics from Iowa State University.

Stuart Valintine, Chair of the FSC International Board of Directors said Subhra’s expertise and experience in international development and leadership will serve her well as she steps in at this critical juncture in FSC’s organizational growth.

“Her appointment brings new perspectives and energy to the organisation, opening the next chapter in FSC’s mission to promote responsible management of the world’s forests and securing their long-term resilience,” he added.

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