DR. K. S. KANWAL
Scientist-D
Contact: +91-360-2216423,Mobile :+91-8731979943; +91-9650200833
Area of Specialization
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)- : EIA/EMP, Strategic EIA, ecological and biodiversity impact assessment studies in Himalayan region.
Plant ecology
Biodiversity Conservation
Qualification
- Graduation in Forestry, Botany & Information Technology from Kumaun University, Nainital, Uttarakhand in 2003.
- Post Graduation in Botany(M. Sc.) from Kumaun University, Nainital, Uttarakhand in 2005.
- Doctorate in Botany from Kumaun University, Nainital, Uttarakhand in 2012.
Expertise
Environmental Impact Assessment
Plant Ecology
Conservation Biology
Natural Resource Management
Work Experience
Scientist-C
Research and Development
G.B Pant National Institue of Himalayan Environment
and Sustainable Development
24/06/2013-Till date
Deputy Manager(Environment)
EIA/EMP studies, Environmental Management
Jindal Steel & Power Ltd., Gurgaon
1/02/2013-23/06/2018
Assistant Manager (Environment)
EIA/EMP studies, Environmental Management
Bhilwara Energy Ltd., Noida
1/06/2012-31/01/2013
Assistant Manager (Environment)
EIA/EMP studies, Environmental Management
KSK Energy Ventures Ltd., Hyderabad, AP
1/02/2012-31/05/2012
Manager Environment
EIA study & Environmental Management
Velcan Energy France, New Delhi
1/10/2010-28/02/2011
Environmental Scientist
EIA/EMP studies of developmental projects
R.S. Envirolink Technologies Pvt. Ltd., Gurgaon
1/07/2009-30/09/2010
Senior Research Fellow (SRF)
EIA Study, Environmental Management
Tehri Hydro Development Corporation Ltd., Rishikesh, Uttarakhand
1/07/2007-30/06/2009
Junior Research Fellow (JRF)
Research & Development, EIA/EMP studies
G.B Pant National Institue of Himalayan Environment
and Sustainable Development
1/04/2006-01/07/2007
Countries Visited
- China Nepal
Awards / Recognition
Awarded Certificate of Honour for excellent research contribution made in the area of biodiversity and sustainable mountain development by Conference Secretariat of International Conference on Global Biodiversity, Climate Change and Sustainable Development -2016 (ICBCS-2016) at Rajiv Gandhi University, Center with Potential for Excellence in Biodiversity, Doimukh, Arunachal Pradesh.
Accredited as a Functional Area Expert (FAE) in Ecology and Biodiversity area with category-A under EIA consultant organizations of National Accreditation Board for Education and Training (NABET), Quality Council of India (2010)..
Awarded Gratis memberships by Society of Wetland Scientists, Madison, USA
Life Member of Indian Science Congress Association, Kolkata
Life Member of East Himalayan Society for Spermatophyte Taxonomy (TaxoClub), West Bengal University
Academic Supervision
- Status
- Completed
- Ongoing
- Doctoral
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- 1
- Post Graduation
M.Tech M.Phil MSc - - - 1
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- Industrial Training
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Research Interests
| Broad Subject Area | Specialization | Sector |
|---|---|---|
| Botany | Plant Ecology, Ethnobotany, High altitude ecology & biodiversity, Medicinal plants | Biodiversity Conservation, Transboundary landscape management, ecology and management of alpine rangeland |
| Environmental Science | Strategic Environment Assessment study, EIA & EMP study, Socio Impact assessment, Climate change | River valley & Hydropower, Road and Highway, Infrastructure developmental Projects, Environment Assessment & Climate Change |
| Natural Resource Management | Traditional knowledge system, Ecotourism, Socio-economic development, Wetland conservation, Capacity building | Mountain Ecosystem, Watershed management |
Publications
| Sl.No. | Category | Numbers |
|---|---|---|
| Policy Papers | 2 | |
| Peer reviewed paper | 18 | |
| Peer reviewed report | 6 | |
| Book Chapters | 4 | |
| Popular article | 4 |
| Click here for details of publications |
Skills
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Extra curricular activities
- Hobbies: : Trekking, Exploring new areas, Nature/Wildlife photography
- Sports: Badminton, Cricket
Dr. K S Kanwal kskanwal@gbpihed.nic.in ; kskanwal03@gmail.com — +91-8731979943; +91-9650200833