Joaquim Leite

Joaquim Leite served as Brazil's Minister of the Environment from June 2021 to December 2022, during the administration of Jair Bolsonaro. An expert in carbon credit systems, he has over a decade of experience in the field. Leite co-founded YvY, a management firm focused on energy transition, and Vivens Business School, which aims to educate executives on sustainable business practices. He advocates for Brazil's potential as a global leader in the green economy, emphasizing the importance of showcasing the country's diverse environmental assets beyond its forests.