CEO, Whitestone Industry Services Ltd. | Environmental Scientist | Advocate for Indigenous-Led Climate Solutions
Dr. Hughie Jones is a respected environmental scientist and advocate whose work integrates Indigenous knowledge with advanced climate science to support ecosystem sustainability, land stewardship, and technological innovation. As CEO of Whitestone Industry Services Ltd., a 100% Indigenous-owned environmental consulting firm, Dr. Jones leads with a vision rooted in science, community empowerment, and climate resilience.
With over 15 years of experience in biometeorology, Dr. Jones has designed and deployed advanced environmental monitoring systems across forested, agricultural, and culturally significant Indigenous landscapes. He has led nationally funded research initiatives, published in top-tier scientific journals, and delivered keynote presentations on topics ranging from carbon and water balance to land-use adaptation and agroecological innovation.
His leadership has supported long-term collaborations between Indigenous Nations, academic institutions, and government partners, ensuring that environmental data and decision-making reflect both modern science and traditional ecological knowledge. This approach closely mirrors STW Environmental Solutions’ values—where sustainability meets innovation, and partnerships honour both land and culture.
Dr. Jones holds a PhD in Soil Science from the University of British Columbia and continues to influence the future of environmental technology and Indigenous climate leadership through mentorship, public engagement, and strategic research design
