Nidhi Trivedi, Principal Sustainability Consultant
Professional Overview
Nidhi Trivedi is a highly accomplished sustainability professional with over a decade of experience driving positive environmental and social impact across the engineering and construction sectors. As the Principal Sustainability Consultant at Mott MacDonald, she leverages her deep technical expertise and industry insights to develop and implement innovative sustainability strategies for complex infrastructure projects.
Experience Summary
Current Role
As the Principal Sustainability Consultant at Mott MacDonald, Nidhi is responsible for providing strategic sustainability advisory services to clients, leading cross-functional teams, and driving the adoption of sustainable best practices. In her current role, she has spearheaded the development of several award-winning sustainability initiatives, including the implementation of a comprehensive carbon reduction program that has resulted in a 15% decrease in emissions across the firm's portfolio.
Career Progression
Prior to joining Mott MacDonald, Nidhi held progressively senior sustainability roles at CPB Contractors, where she led the integration of sustainable design principles and construction methodologies on high-profile infrastructure projects. As the Sustainability Lead, she successfully secured over $2.3 million in funding for the implementation of innovative sustainability solutions, contributing to the company's recognition as an industry leader in sustainability.
Nidhi's earlier experience includes roles as a Sustainability Engineer at Mitsubishi Heavy Industries and AKTOR SA, where she honed her technical skills in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and life-cycle assessment. Her research background as a Research Associate at CEPT University has also informed her ability to translate complex sustainability concepts into practical, client-focused solutions.
Academic Background
Nidhi holds a Master's degree in Sustainable Design from CEPT University, where she graduated with distinction. Her research focused on the integration of passive design strategies and renewable energy technologies in the built environment, earning her recognition as a rising star in the field of sustainable engineering.
Areas of Expertise
- Sustainability strategy development and implementation
- Carbon footprint analysis and emissions reduction
- Sustainable design and construction practices
- Life-cycle assessment and circular economy principles
- Renewable energy integration and energy efficiency solutions
- Stakeholder engagement and change management
Professional Impact
Nidhi's work has been widely recognized in the industry, with several of her projects receiving prestigious sustainability awards, including the Australian Engineering Excellence Award and the Green Building Council of Australia's Green Star Award. She is a sought-after speaker and has delivered keynote addresses at numerous industry conferences, sharing her insights on the role of sustainability in shaping the future of the built environment.
Conclusion
Nidhi Trivedi's proven track record of driving sustainable innovation, coupled with her strong technical expertise and collaborative leadership style, make her a valuable asset to Mott MacDonald and the broader engineering and construction industry. As she continues to push the boundaries of sustainable design and construction, Nidhi is poised to make an enduring impact on the way we build and maintain the infrastructure that supports our communities.
