Aravind Edamanakunnel Soman Email & Phone Number

Geneva, Switzerland

I will contribute to research and data analysis on how decentralized renewable energy (DRE) can meet village-level energy demand in India. I will support drafting literature reviews, identify energy needs, and map suitable DRE solutions. I will analyse policy frameworks for scaling DRE, compare costs and impacts, and manage relevant datasets. I will collaborate with IISD colleagues and partner organizations to develop insights and participate in project discussions and stakeholder engagement.

Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich, Switzerland

Zurich, Switzerland

- Lead the work package focusing on recycling of Low-Value-Plastic waste in the AWARE (Amplifying Waste Recovery Solutions - Towards a Circular Society) project in Viet Nam.- Conducted comprehensive research on low-value plastic waste focusing on its potential recycling methods and Extended Producer Responsibility. Collaborated with project partners to co-author a research paper.- Travelled to key plastic value chain sites in Viet Nam and documented the project through relevant photos and videos. Prepared a detailed mission report.- Continuous engagement with local and international stakeholders in plastic waste management including multilateral organisations, NGOs, government, informal workers, and industries.

Zurich, Switzerland

Acted as nodal point to establish partnership between UpCircle and three recyclers in India to enhance recycling efficiency through data analytics, emphasizing plastic credit offsetting, AI-driven waste analysis and automated waste segregation. Coordinated a two-week visit to India for the co-founders of UpCircle.

Chennai Area, India

Collaborated with global technical team on diverse municipal and industrial projects in the USA. Responsibilities included designing and developing engineering drawings, ensuring quality control, and assisting in technical report writing.

Greater Bengaluru Area

Involved in the planning and design phase of a stormwater drainage project in an Indian city with a population more than 0.5 million. Managed on-site work independently for six months, ensuring seamless communication between the client, office and other stakeholders for the execution of the work.

Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Assisted professors and bachelor students for seamless completion of different courses in environmental engineering.

Kerala, India

Course instruction, curriculum development, student assessment and mentorship for the students.

Kerala, India

Involved in marketing activities with a monthly target of 30 new subscribers.

Master Of Advanced Studies, Global Cooperation And Sustainable Development

Master Of Technology - Mtech, Environmental And Water Resource Engineering

Pg Diploma In Urban Environment Management And Law, Environmental Studies

Online Certification Course, Project Planning And Control, Elite+Gold Medal

Bachelor Of Technology (B.Tech.), Civil Engineering

Thesis title: ‘Impact of Urbanization on Surface Water Quality: A Case Study’

Cities And Marine Plastic Pollution: Building Towards A Circular Economy, Environmental Studies

Master Of Advanced Studies, Development Economics And International Development