Abdo El Hajj is a Lebanese attorney and public servant with a distinguished career that bridges law, governance, and environmental stewardship. Born in 1974, he holds a Law Degree from the Faculty of Law and Political Science at Université La Sagesse – Beirut, and has been a licensed attorney and member of the Beirut Bar Association since 2004.
Throughout his career, Abdo has provided legal counsel to numerous private companies and public entities, combining deep legal expertise with a strong commitment to ethical governance and sustainable community development. His extensive work in municipal affairs and environmental policy has made him a respected figure in both legal and civic circles.
From 2016 to 2025, Abdo served as Mayor of Zouk Mosbeh, where he led several initiatives aimed at urban improvement, environmental rehabilitation, and cross-cultural collaboration. Under his leadership, the municipality developed a twinning partnership with the Municipality of Nuoro in Sardinia (Italy)—a partnership focused on cultural exchange, environmental cooperation, and sustainable urban management.
Driven by a passion for environmental protection, Abdo played a leading role in the planting of Mediterranean tree species to promote local biodiversity and ecological restoration. He also spearheaded the creation of an ecological trail in the Nahr El Kalb Valley, an initiative that highlights Lebanon’s natural heritage and encourages sustainable tourism.
Beyond his municipal work, Abdo serves as a Counselor to the Director General of the Ministry of Environment, where he contributes to national discussions on environmental regulation, conservation policy, and community-based sustainability programs.
Fluent in Arabic, French, and English, Abdo brings a global perspective to his work while remaining deeply connected to Lebanon’s local communities and ecosystems. His leadership reflects a balance of legal precision, environmental awareness, and civic responsibility—values that align closely with EcoVert’s mission to foster sustainable development and ecological resilience across Lebanon.