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Faras Ahmad Shahbaz

Faras Ahmad Shahbaz

Digital-Eco Intern

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Business Development Officer II Nordic International Water (NIW) Environmental Engineer || IESE, NUST'24

  • Education

    • Punjab Group Of Colleges

      2018 - 2020
      F.Sc Intermediate Pre-Engineering A1

      Activities and Societies: All Outdoor Sports and Top Performer in Cricket Competitions.

    • National University of Sciences and Technology (NUST)

      2020 - 2024
      BS Environmental Engineering (CGPA: 3.78)

      Activities and Societies: Director of Logistics in NUST Environmental Club (NEC) Director of Marketing in NUST Public Administration Society (NPAS) Deputy Director of Finance in NUST Character Building Society (NCBS) Worked for Team Sponsorships in NUST's Central Events

  • Experience

    • World Wildlife Fund

      Jul 2021 - Sept 2021
      Digital-Eco Intern

      Learnt about the environmental challenges faced at the global level along with generating innovative solutions within the context of Pakistan. Participated in skill-building workshop sessions and completed 40 hours of Community Service by designing awareness-raising content, to sensitize and engage online communities.

    • Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency, Minsitry of Climate Change

      Jun 2022 - Jul 2022
      Summer Intern

      Gained experience in laboratory testing of different samples, in EIA reports understanding, attended EIA Public Hearings, and participated in multiple field visits.

    • Kohinoor Textile Mills Limited, Kohinoor Maple Leaf Group

      Jun 2023 - Jul 2023
      Health Safety Environment (HSE) - Intern

      Gained experience in these activities carried out by the EHS department: Training workers, Inspections of fire extinguishers, emergency alarms, Ambulance Service, Risk Assessment, Accident Investigation, Audits, LOTO Devices, and Work orders. Visited different departments of the textile mill like stitching, folding, finishing, washing, processing, cutting, etc.

    • Fridays For Future Pakistan

      Jul 2023 - Aug 2023
      Research Intern

      Gained experience in educating the community about the climate crisis through critical thinking and research.

    • Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan

      Feb 2024 - Sept 2024
      Campus Ambassador

      Al-Khidmat provided me the opportunity to lead and take charge of highly sensitive and urgent matter as a focal person in NUST, H-12 Campus to help out the Palestinians through the Gaza Relief Campaign and make efforts to reach the maximum number of students across the university.

    • Nordic International Water ApS

      Dec 2024 - now
      Business Development Officer/Environmental Engineer

      Working in the Nordic International Water ApS (NIW) as a Business Developer, a leading engineering consultancy firm dedicated to enhancing urban infrastructure related to water, waste, climate, and environment in low-to-middle income countries.

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Faras Ahmad Shahbaz
      Top 6 National Finalists – 2nd Life Pakistan 2.0 Acceleration Challenge (Idea Stage) - SEED Ventures | Unilever Pakistan | UNDP 2nd Life Pakistan 2.0 x Unilever Pakistan x SEED Ventures x UNDP Apr 2025 Our team’s idea, Eco-HydroTech – Transforming Hydroponics with Recycled Textile Waste, was selected among the Top 6 sustainability and eco-innovation ideas across Pakistan. The challenge focused on circular economy solutions addressing climate and environmental challenges. The journey included two competitive rounds of idea presentations, four mentoring sessions, and capacity-building workshops led by industry experts. This recognition highlights our commitment to sustainable urban farming… Show more Our team’s idea, Eco-HydroTech – Transforming Hydroponics with Recycled Textile Waste, was selected among the Top 6 sustainability and eco-innovation ideas across Pakistan. The challenge focused on circular economy solutions addressing climate and environmental challenges. The journey included two competitive rounds of idea presentations, four mentoring sessions, and capacity-building workshops led by industry experts. This recognition highlights our commitment to sustainable urban farming, waste valorization, and climate-resilient food systems. Show less
    • Awarded to Faras Ahmad Shahbaz
      Award Letter for Project Titled: "Growing Microalgal Biomass as Aquaculture Feed in a Scalable Novel Raceway Pond using Vinasse from Ethanol Based Industry" Research Directorate, NUST H-12 Islamabad Jan 2025 I as a Team Leader on my Final Year Design Project with the continuous support of my supervisor, have been awarded a funding of PKR 1 million from NUST (Research) for its implementation. We are currently working closely with our supervisor and an extensive research team to ensure the successful development of our idea/project. The pilot-scale phase is scheduled for completion by September 2025.
    • Awarded to Faras Ahmad Shahbaz
      FICS'24 International (Finalist) - Idea Title: "Algae cultivation in Novel Open Raceway Pond (ORP) from synthetic media for nutrient recovery and fish feed production" Finding Innovative and Creative Solutions - FICS'2024 (NUST) Aug 2024 🌱 Eco Green Solutions – A Sustainable Innovation in Algal Cultivation and CO₂ RecyclingWe developed an innovative solution that utilizes fishery wastewater and industrial CO₂ for algae cultivation, aiming to produce biodiesel and high-protein fish feed. By integrating Open Raceway Pond (ORP) technology with photovoltaic cells and advanced mixing techniques, we achieved a highly energy-efficient and scalable system. With this idea, we proudly reached the 3rd stage as finalists in the… Show more 🌱 Eco Green Solutions – A Sustainable Innovation in Algal Cultivation and CO₂ RecyclingWe developed an innovative solution that utilizes fishery wastewater and industrial CO₂ for algae cultivation, aiming to produce biodiesel and high-protein fish feed. By integrating Open Raceway Pond (ORP) technology with photovoltaic cells and advanced mixing techniques, we achieved a highly energy-efficient and scalable system. With this idea, we proudly reached the 3rd stage as finalists in the FICS 2024 International Competitions, held at NUST Islamabad in August 2024, competing alongside top proposals from various countries. Show less
    • Awarded to Faras Ahmad Shahbaz
      Best Volunteer/Delegate Local Conference of Youth (LCOY), Pakistan Aug 2023 Managed the event by connecting with different organizations working for a better and green environment throughout the country, in NUST Islamabad. Different competitions were managed, different delegates were invited and sessions were organized for elaborative discussions in the form of Panel talks.
    • Awarded to Faras Ahmad Shahbaz
      Top Performer in Sports Competitions President Sports Committee, IESE (NUST) Islamabad Feb 2023 In recognition of my great efforts in the IESE Sports Gala, 2023. A tribute in the form of an appreciation certificate was provided for my determination and hard work throughout the event.

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Event Management Volunteer

      Issued by Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) Pakistan on Jul 2023
      Local Conference of Youth (LCOY) PakistanAssociated with Faras Ahmad Shahbaz

    • Organizing Committee Member

      Issued by Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation on May 2022
      Bill & Melinda Gates FoundationAssociated with Faras Ahmad Shahbaz

    • Director Logistics

      Issued by NUST Environment Club on Sept 2021
      NUST Environment ClubAssociated with Faras Ahmad Shahbaz

    • Deputy Director Finance

      Issued by NUST Character Building Society on Aug 2021
      NUST Character Building SocietyAssociated with Faras Ahmad Shahbaz

    • Marketing Director

      Issued by NUST Public Administration Society on Sept 2021
      NUST Public Administration SocietyAssociated with Faras Ahmad Shahbaz

    • Campus Ambassador

      Issued by Alkhidmat Foundation Pakistan on Feb 2024
      Alkhidmat Foundation PakistanAssociated with Faras Ahmad Shahbaz

    • Consultations Volunteer

      Issued by Save the Children Pakistan on May 2023
      Save the Children PakistanAssociated with Faras Ahmad Shahbaz