Eng. Theobard Habineza

Professional Overview

Eng. Theobard Habineza is an atmospheric scientist, environmental monitoring specialist, and environmental research leader with expertise in air pollution monitoring, black carbon source apportionment, environmental exposure assessment, and atmospheric data analytics.

As Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Genius Environmental Ltd, he leads scientific, operational, technical, and research activities focused on environmental monitoring, environmental intelligence systems, emissions compliance, and environmental innovation. His work focuses on integrating advanced atmospheric measurements, high-resolution spatial analysis, and environmental data science to support evidence-based environmental management, public health protection, and climate resilience strategies in rapidly urbanizing African cities.

Research & Innovation Leadership

At Genius Environmental Ltd, Eng. Habineza leads environmental R&D initiatives focused on:

• Mobile and stationary air quality monitoring systems
• Black carbon and particulate matter characterization
• Urban pollution hotspot mapping
• Source apportionment of combustion emissions
• Environmental intelligence and spatial analytics
• Environmental sensor development and deployment
• Exposure assessment and air pollution risk analysis

Selected Scientific Contributions

• Source apportionment of fine particulate matter in Rwanda using advanced aerosol instrumentation
• High-resolution mobile monitoring of black carbon and particulate matter across Kigali
• Development of spatial hotspot analysis frameworks for urban air pollution assessment
• Environmental monitoring and emissions compliance assessments for industrial facilities
• Ambient and stack emission monitoring initiatives supporting environmental management and compliance

International Scientific Engagement

• International Programme Committee (IPC) Member – IAF Global Space Conference on Climate Change (GLOC 2026)
• Scientific abstract reviewer and evaluator for international conference submissions
• Atmospheric research collaboration with Carnegie Mellon University
• Presenter and contributor at international atmospheric science and environmental conferences
• Participant in collaborative environmental monitoring and climate-related scientific initiatives

Publications & Presentations

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Outreach & Capacity Building

• Student training and internship supervision
• Public environmental awareness initiatives
• Technical support for environmental monitoring projects
• Research collaboration and scientific mentorship
• Environmental outreach and community engagement activities

Awards & Recognition

• Steinbrenner Institute and Heinz Presidential Fellowship
• Best TVC Instructor Award – Kicukiro District
• International scientific committee invitation – IAF GLOC 2026
• RAPEP Lead Expert affiliation and environmental professional recognition