Justin Mercer is the Environmental & Social Manager for New Forests’ investment program in Asia. Justin joined New Forests in 2020 with 20 years’ experience, including a decade each of working as an environmental and social consultant and as a research forester, respectively. Justin oversees environmental and social compliance for New Forests’ investments under management in Asia, contributes to due diligence for prospective investments, and contributes to the company’s sustainability programs through collaborative efforts for sustainability and impact management. He has a Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Sciences from the University of Colorado and a Master of Natural Resources / Forestry from Humboldt State University.