As the Lecturer of Vocational College, Gadjah Mada University, Adi Nugroho is responsible for conducting research on biodiversity conservation and environment services and working with students to encourage them to fulfill their potential. While in the U.S., Nugroho worked with ECO City Farm in Maryland, where he managed sustainable urban farm as an organic food production and a learning center, conducted a Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) share program, and invited journalists to disseminate work to inspire people worldwide. Since his return to Indonesia, Nugroho has focused his efforts on working on agroforestry and ecotourism programs to support the livelihood of rural communities and create a balance between economic development, community empowerment and environmental preservation.