Utsav Thapa

Utsav Thapa, Ph.D., currently serves as a Senior Consultant at Ramboll, specializing in PFAS and emerging contaminants. Prior to this role, Utsav held a position as a Postdoctoral Research Associate at the University at Buffalo, where involvement in projects included the biodegradation of per and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) and the synthesis of nanohybrids for groundwater treatment. Utsav's professional background also includes roles as a Biomass Energy Engineer at Namsaling Community Development Center and as a Technical Officer at Krishna Grill and Engineering Works, focusing on renewable energy technologies in rural areas of Nepal. Educational credentials comprise a Ph.D. in Civil and Environmental Engineering from the University of Nevada, Reno, a Master of Science in Agricultural and Biosystems Engineering from South Dakota State University, and a Bachelor of Engineering from the Institute of Engineering, Purwanchal Campus.