Solomon Popoola

Dynamic Environmental Consultant with demonstrable success delivering measurable sustainability outcomes through strategic leadership, expert consultations, and environmental advocacy. Expertise in steering teams to implement climate change projects while facilitating diverse sustainability initiatives. Proven record of assessing CO2 emissions, waste management practices, and social/environmental impact of pollution to recommend high-impact solutions for carbon management and bioremediation. Resourceful collaborator, passionate about liaising with stakeholders/clients to devise business strategies and environmental practices while strengthening organisation’s climate change capacity for sustainable development. 

Middlesex University London, London, UK 2023 — Present Carbon Reduction Consultant 

Focused on advanced technologies related to carbon capture, utilization, and storage (CCUS), this project aims to define the scope of carbon sequestration and capture, evaluate advanced technologies, and organize a symposium at the next World Chemistry Congress in Malaysia in 2025.

 ● Collaborated with stakeholders to develop and secure approval and funding for the proposed project, obtaining financial support from IUPAC Divisions VI, III, and COCI. 

● Participated in defining the project scope, and conducted a systematic literature review, gathering and analysing data from research papers, patents, and industry reports. 

● Developed criteria for evaluating advanced CCUS technologies, considering factors such as cost, scalability, energy efficiency, regulatory compliance, and sustainability. 

Tunley Environmental, UK 2023 — 2023 Carbon Reduction Scientist 

Led ecotoxicological research and strategy development to enhance sustainability practices across various mining industries in UK and USA. Conducted comprehensive business and embodied carbon assessments in compliance with international accepted standards such as ISO series standards, GHG protocols, PAS2060 etc., providing thorough reports with recommendations for emission reductions. Collaborated with stakeholders for accurate carbon emission data aggregation and analysis. Developed new carbon emission factors for mining processes adhering to international guidelines, thereby improving data accuracy and supporting informed decisions for emission reduction. Executed detailed cost-benefit analyses for industrial electrification projects, advocating for sustainable practices within mining sector. 

● Completed 12 business and 5 embodied carbon assessments per ISO standards and GHG protocols. ● Identified reduction opportunities to achieve 15% carbon footprint decrease in six months. 

Wellcome Trust, London 2015 — 2022 Public Engagement Officer - Visitor Experience Executed in-depth qualitative research on intersection of conventional and sustainable architecture and impact on human and biodiversity wellbeing, contributing to understanding of socioeconomic trade-offs. Crafted and delivered engaging content for daily public engagement programmes, enhancing Wellcome Collection's reputation and outreach. Fostered collaboration with diverse range of stakeholders, demonstrating keen ability to bridge internal and external interests. 

● Conducted 10+ qualitative research projects on impact of architecture on human and biodiversity wellbeing over 5 years. 

● Collaborated with stakeholders to conceptualize and execute 50+ successful projects over 5 years. 

Middlesex University London, London, UK 2015 — 2019 PhD Researcher in Environmental Sciences

 Engineered advanced methodologies to augment bioavailability and hasten the biodegradation of carcinogenic pollutants. Pioneered and refined ecotoxicological assays for assessing PAH metabolism in soil-dwelling invertebrates, focusing on species such as Lumbricus terrestris and Eisenia hortensis. Provided mentorship and oversight to eight research students, enhancing their competencies and ensuring successful project execution. 

● Reduced environmental persistence of carcinogenic pollutants by 70% within four-week period through development of novel bioremediation techniques. ● Optimized ecotoxicological assays to elucidate metabolic pathways of PAHs in earthworms, contributing to the understanding of soil remediation processes. 

● Supervised and supported 6 postgraduate and 2 undergraduate students in project tasks, ensuring skill enhancement and successful project completion. Additional Experience Environmental Specialist, 

Eco-Remediation Technologies and Consultants, Nigeria 

Conducted Phase I and II risk assessments for contaminated sites, including 2008/2009 Shell oil spill in the Bodo community, Niger Delta, Nigeria. 

● Analysed pollution sources and implemented strategic recommendations. 

● Completed EIA report covering project description, baseline environment, impact assessment, mitigation, alternatives, public consultations, grievance mechanisms, and environmental management and monitoring

Certificate of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) in Business Analysis –Mainstream Careers

 UK Ph.D. in Ecotoxicology – Middlesex University, London, 

UK M.Sc. in Environmental Pollution Control – Middlesex University, London, UK