Shibani Debnath, WEDG

Experience

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  Iowa State University - International Students and Scholars Office

  Jul 2016 - Dec 2016

  Providing information, resources and support for incoming international students. Helping international students with their required transition into Iowa State University

  • IFYE Coordinator

    Aug 2016 - Dec 2016

  • International Orientation Leader

    Jul 2016 - Aug 2016
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  Iowa State University

  Jul 2016 - Aug 2016

  Destination Iowa State Leader
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  Iowa State University Facilities Planning and Management

  Nov 2016 - May 2019

  Landscape Architecture Intern

  University planning that includes creating and updating construction documents, planting plans and design documents. Job duties included facilitating the University's Facilities' team with landscape drawings and tasks

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  MICHAEL VAN VALKENBURGH ASSOCIATES INC

  Jan 2018 - Jul 2018

  Student Intern

  Landscape design internship. Job duties included assisting project team with competitions, proposals, and project renderings and architectural models

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  Local Office Landscape and Urban Design

  Jul 2019 - Oct 2020

  Landscape Designer

  LOLA is a research-based design firm focused on building innovative, resilient, and environmentally just landscapes. As a landscape designer, I collaborated on teams to develop multiple projects from concept through stormwater modeling, construction administration including green infrastructure projects, ecological conservation projects and public and private housing developments. Job duties included construction drawings, graphic presentations, stakeholder engagement and data visualization through 2D software like Adobe suite and 3D software like AutoCAD, GIS, and Rhino Show less

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  Starr Whitehouse Landscape Architects and Planners

  Oct 2020 - Aug 2022

  Landscape Designer

  Landscape designer working in project that address pressing urban design and climate issues, including resilience planning, green infrastructure, public parks, waterfronts, streetscapes, landfill reclamation, affordable housing, social/civic spaces, and the design of open space for multifamily residences. Job duties included construction drawings, graphic presentations, stakeholder engagement and data visualization through 2D software like Adobe suite and 3D software like AutoCAD, GIS, and Rhino Show less

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  Leaders in Environmental Advocacy at Pratt

  Aug 2022 - Aug 2023

  Co-Chair

  Leaders in Environmental Advocacy at Pratt (LEAP) is an organization made of graduate students focused on furthering the cause of sustainable solutions to social issues in NYC and beyond. LEAP sponsors a variety of events and activities including networking, discussion panels, volunteer opportunities, and hands-on workshops. As Co-Chair, we look into academic discourse on sustainability, tackle issues in resilience, encourage environmental stewardship that furthers the development of sustainable and just systems. Show less

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  Pratt Institute

  Aug 2022 - May 2023

  Graduate Assistant

  Graduate Assistant to the Master of Science in Sustainable Environmental Systems program and to the program chair at Pratt Institute. Job duties include handling special projects [New York New Jersey Harbors and Tributaries Study (NYNJHATS), and UN Water conference] and assisting with communications and coordination with student and program led events.

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  NYPIRG

  Feb 2023 - May 2023

  NYPIRG (Pratt Chapter) Project Assistant Student Intern

  NYPIRG's Pratt chapter is a student led coalition that furthers the advocacy efforts in environmental justice, social justice, consumer protection, public health, education and transportation.As a NYPIRG intern at Pratt, I am leading environmental and transportation campaigns including the following ongoing movements.- Climate Change Superfund Act: Making Polluters Pay- Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions, Transitioning to a Fossil-free future- Advancing advocacy for the Bigger, Better, Bottle Bill act- Straphanger Campaign for better public transportationJob duties also include working in coalitions, performing outreach and education, and receiving media coverage for these issues. Show less

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  Crauderueff Solar

  May 2023 - Aug 2023

  Solar Project Manager + Business Development Intern

  Crauderueff Solar is a mission-based solar consultancy based in New York City with the primary focus on serving affordable housing and low-income property owners, along with subscribing disadvantaged communities to community solar projects.Job duty comprises gaining expertise in solar policy, finance, business, and project management and entails the following responsibilities: • Assisting with prospective and actual solar project development, including project financials, in the NYC region• Assisting with project management of solar projects and programs including schedules, meetings, deliverables, and, as needed, attending site visits• Assisting with marketing community solar subscriptions for houses of worship and lowlandmoderate-income households• Assisting with reports and deliverables• Assisting with business development activities, as necessary• Writing grants to support further project development Show less

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  The Port Authority of New York & New Jersey

  Jun 2023 - Aug 2023

  Resilience & Sustainable Engineer Intern

  The Resilience & Sustainable Engineering (RSE) unit at PANYNJ is responsible for leading the Engineering Department's efforts to incorporate climate resilience and sustainable design into all aspects of the Agency's capital program and related activities, in alignment with the Agency's Environmental Sustainability Policy. Project work includes:• Sustainable Roof Initiatives- Prioritizing critical areas and establishing construction framework for solar or green roofs. • Research and communication for on-going programs surrounding sustainability and resilienceJob role includes:• Participating in the development of RSD communications strategies, in partnership with the Media Relations and/or Government and Community Relations offices of the Port Authority• Providing graphic, marketing, and communications technical assistance Show less

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  SWIM (Stormwater Infrastructure Matters) Coalition

  Sept 2023 - May 2024

  Stormwater Research Fellow

  SWIM Coalition is a coalition of over 70 organizations dedicated to ensuring swimmable and fishablewaters around New York City through natural, sustainable stormwater management practices.The fellowship includes research and community organization on special projects advancing water quality, green infrastructure implementation, resource conservation, and sustainable development in the NY Harbor. SWIM campaigns and environmental education work address the NYS DEC Water Quality Classification, NYC DEP Long Term Control Plans, NYC Water Rate restructuring, the NYS Environmental Bond Act, the USACE NY-NJ Harbor and Tributary Study, NYC DEP Green Infrastructure Program, and NYC MS4 Stormwater Management Plan, among others. Show less

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  Local Office Landscape and Urban Design

  Aug 2024 - Nov 2024

  Resilience Designer

  Working with team to create flood maps, green infrastructure details and conduct resilience studies. Part-time role

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  Michael Baker International

  Dec 2024 - now

  Hazard Mitigation Planner

  As a Hazard Mitigation Planner, my roles include supporting county and state hazard mitigation plan updates, grant application development, and other resilience projects. Specific tasks may include developing and executing outreach strategies, surveys, research, report writing, concept development, grant application development, GIS analysis, and coordination.Responsibilities:- Research best practices and strategies to address impacts of climate change- Support updates of hazard mitigation plans- Work with communities to develop applications for funding. - Gather data and information on climate change, natural hazards, and other relevant topics.- Draft reports and other planning documents- Assist planning and execution of stakeholder engagement and outreach Show less