Maham Javed

Environmental Sciences graduate (CGPA: 3.79/4.0) with a strong focus on sustainability, climate change resilience, and plastic pollution mitigation, supported by hands-on experience in environmental quality monitoring, GIS-based spatial analysis, and applied research. Skilled in assessing industrial pollution, waste management practices, and climate-related environmental risks, with proven ability to translate scientific findings into actionable, evidence-based strategies. Committed to advancing environmental sustainability through research, fieldwork, and public engagement, with work directly aligned to UN Sustainable Development Goals on climate action, responsible consumption, life below water, and life on land.

Research Scholar — Industrial Sustainability - University of Lahore, Department of Environmental Sciences - Lahore, Pakistan

(2025-01)

Investigate environmental practices and Best Available Techniques (BAT) in the paper and pulp industry, analyzing pollution control strategies and regulatory compliance frameworks. Author ongoing research targeting publication-ready findings on sustainable industrial processes and emission reduction methodologies. Synthesize peer-reviewed literature and field data to evaluate sector-wide adoption of eco-efficiency measures aligned with SDG 9 and SDG 12.

Environmental Research Presenter - M. A. Raoof Expo, University of Lahore - Lahore, Pakistan

(2026-05 - 2026-05)

• Developed and delivered a poster presentation on Plastic Waste Pollution and zero-waste sustainability strategies to an audience of academic and industry stakeholders
• Communicated research findings on environmental degradation caused by plastic waste and proposed evidence-based mitigation strategies to 100+ expo attendees
• Engaged participants in dialogue on eco-friendly practices, driving awareness of SDG 14 (Life Below Water) and SDG 15 (Life on Land)

Environmental Laboratory Assistant - University of Lahore, Department of Environmental Sciences - Lahore, Pakistan

(2022-01)

• Conducted environmental quality assessments including sample collection, preparation, and basic analysis for air, water, and soil parameters
• Maintained accurate laboratory records and upheld strict safety and environmental protocols throughout all experimental procedures
• Applied GIS tools and Google Earth Engine to visualize and interpret spatial environmental data for research projects

Student Guild Member - University of Lahore (UOL) - Lahore, Pakistan

(2022-01)

• Represented student body in university governance discussions, advocating for academic and extracurricular improvements benefiting 500+ enrolled students
• Organized and coordinated campus events promoting leadership, teamwork, and student engagement across departments
• Spearheaded sustainability-focused initiatives including waste reduction drives, recycling awareness campaigns, and eco-friendly practice workshops

Environmental & Quality Monitoring Intern - AL Wahab Rice Mills - Pakistan

(2024-06-01 - 2024-06-30)

• Monitored on-site environmental parameters including solid waste generation, wastewater discharge, and air emissions from milling operations
• Assisted in collecting and recording water and emissions samples for quality assessment in line with environmental compliance standards
• Observed industrial processing operations and identified opportunities for waste reduction and improved environmental management practices
• Gained practical exposure to environmental monitoring procedures within an agro-industrial processing facility

Bachelor of Science (BS) - Environmental Sciences - The University of Lahore (2022-01)

Higher Secondary School Certificate (HSSC) - Pre-Medical Science - Punjab Group of Colleges, Kamoke (2017-01 - 2019-12)

Secondary School Certificate (SSC) - Science (Physics, Chemistry, Biology) - New Science Foundation High School, Kamoke (2016-12)