Growing up in southeastern Nigeria, Israel Chigozirim witnessed firsthand the devastating impact of climate change on his family’s farm and community. Erratic weather caused low crop yields and livestock deaths, hitting struggling farmers the hardest. This experience drove Israel to seek solutions, leading to the founding of Riwe Technologies. At Riwe, Israel leads a dedicated team working on innovative projects to help communities adapt to and mitigate the impacts of climate change. He is also a policy developer, writer, podcast host, storyteller, entrepreneur, grassroots mobilizer, and sustainability advocate, always exploring new ways to make a positive impact.