Morvi Gupta

Development professional with 3+ years of experience in climate adaptation, livelihoods, & inclusive urban systems. Skilled in integrating geospatial & socio-economic analysis to inform policy & program design.

Experience working with vulnerable communities, conducting field research, & translating evidence into actionable recommendations for resilience, gender inclusion, & sustainable development.

Research Associate at iFOREST (2025-07 – 2025-12)

• Conducted policy analysis & stakeholder mapping for gender-sensitive green skilling initiatives in Odisha, focusing on livelihood transitions & inclusion of vulnerable groups
• Led geospatial analysis using Google Earth Engine to assess heat stress & environmental risks, generating insights to inform local adaptation strategies
• Evaluated Heat Action Plans across multiple cities, identifying gaps in early warning systems, institutional coordination, & implementation capacity
• Synthesized qualitative (field interviews) & quantitative data to produce actionable policy recommendations for climate resilience

Research Intern at Mahila Housing SEWA Trust (2024-05 – 2024-07)

• Evaluated the clean air interventions by experimental methods, assessing effectiveness & scalability for low-income communities
• Developed communication materials for water conservation initiatives, improving community awareness & engagement on sustainable practices
• Engaged with grassroots stakeholders to understand livelihood & environmental challenges faced by women in informal settlements

Architect at Sanrakshan Heritage Consultants (2021-08 – 2023-01)

• Documented & assessed 60+ heritage structures for urban conservation initiatives, contributing to inclusive urban planning processes
• Prepared development proposals in collaboration with municipal bodies, integrating heritage conservation with urban regeneration objectives
• Supported public sector projects through spatial analysis, documentation, & stakeholder coordination teams

Master's in Public Policy – IIT Bombay

Bachelor's in Architecture – DLCSUPVA Rohtak