KELVIN IGWE
Winnipeg,MB (Open To Relocate)
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Energy Advisor
NRG Inspections And Consulting
Winnipeg, MB
10.2022 - Current
- Compiled lists of recommended energy savings upgrades and improvements to building envelope systems and communicated findings to clients to improve performance.
- Prepared audit reports containing energy analysis results and recommendations for energy-saving upgrades rebates of up to $5000 per homeowner.
- Utilizing Microsoft Excel and Spreadsheet to compute and calculate greenhouse gas emissions generated by residential and commercial buildings.
- Performing energy audit assessments and on-site leak detection tests, providing expert advice to homeowners on environmental safety guidelines and preventing spills and leaks caused by faulty mechanical equipment.
- Collecting and analyzing building components' greenhouse gas data and completing reporting obligations for onward transmission to Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).
- Performed home inspection duties in accordance with applicable provincial and federal standards, policies, and regulatory guidelines, promoting a conducive living environment.
- Investigated multiple buildings to identify deficiencies such as moisture damage, ineffective insulation, incorrect filter usage, and older appliances.
Environmental Coordinator & Policy Analyst
Tire Stewardship Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
06.2020 - 08.2022
- Developed health and environmental impact assessment reports on advancing the opportunities for scrap tire aggregates in civil construction projects and as a supplemental fuel in industrial operations, such as electric utilities, cement kilns, and pulp and paper mills.
- Conducted site assessments to identify challenges associated with replacing conventional concrete with tire-derived aggregates in constructing landfills, railway roads, highway earthworks, and subgrade insulation.
- Drafted tire recycling framework to ensure compliance with the Manitoba Waste Reduction and Prevention Act and other applicable provincial and federal regulations.
- Liaised with relevant government ministries to develop and maintain stewardship programs, procedures, and compliance tasks.
- Served as a technical consultant on environmental policies to the Canadian Association of Tire Recycling Agencies (CATRA) to raise awareness of its corporate sustainability efforts and develop initiatives to improve environmental knowledge.
- Completed environmental reports and offered detailed fact-finding, research, and analysis on industry topics to support senior consulting staff and experts across multiple projects.
Sustainability Development Coordinator (Volunteer)
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg, MB
01.2019 - 04.2022
- Reviewed university purchasing policy and recommended solutions to ensure compliance with federal and provincial laws on sustainable procurement by creating Requests for Proposal (RFP) and Sustainable Procurement Guidelines for faculty purchases under $100,000 that helped reduce carbon footprint and purchasing costs by 40% in 2 years.
- Represented and advocated for the environmental interests of underserved communities by delivering presentations to the Manitoba Legislative Assembly during public hearings on environmental bills.
- Developed environmental action plans using ISO 14001 (2015) for water and waste management projects by identifying effective waste reduction and water conservation solutions across university campuses that helped increased conservation rates by 35% in 2 years.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies And Geography
University of Manitoba
Winnipeg06.2022
Skills
- Sustainable Procurement
- Environmental Regulations & Compliance
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Environmental Legislation
- Waste Management
- Technical Report Writing and Memos
Training and Certifications
- Certified Energy Advisor with Natural Resources Canada (NRCan).
- Completed professional development course in implementing Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
- Completed professional development training and received certification on the CSA Standard Z1005-17,” Incident Investigation,” and skilled in investigating workplace incidents, conducting an investigation, and making effective recommendations to prevent similar occurrences.
- Completed professional development training and received Health and Safety Awareness certification under the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA).
- Completed First Aid Awareness training and certified in managing emergency situations.
- Completed professional development training and received certification on CSA Z1002 Standard,” Hazard Awareness,” and knowledgeable in identifying, categorizing, and reporting workplace hazards.
Affiliations
- Member, Canadian Association of Consulting Energy Advisors (CACEA)
- Member, Canadian Association of Geographers (CAG)
- Sustainability Ambassador at the University of Manitoba
Timeline
Energy Advisor
NRG Inspections And Consulting
10.2022 - Current
Environmental Coordinator & Policy Analyst
Tire Stewardship Manitoba
06.2020 - 08.2022
Sustainability Development Coordinator (Volunteer)
University of Manitoba
01.2019 - 04.2022
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Studies And Geography
University of Manitoba