Ismail Chami

Building sustainability strategy at a pioneering microalgae startup from inception, integrating environmental science with business operations and strategic positioning.

Key Achievements:

• Scaled pilot LCA model to evaluate sustainability profile of future industrial site, using it for process engineering to compare production pathways and assess energy/material/infrastructure needs while streamlining environmental footprint calculations.
• Established national and international regulatory compliance framework, creating centralized knowledge repository for legal compliance and export readiness.
• Developed comparative market analysis of 40+ agricultural products using peer-reviewed LCA data, generating evidence-based sustainability claims supporting commercial strategy.
• Designed water management and capacity planning models establishing technical foundation for sustainable scaling from pilot to industrial production facility.
• Implemented asset management system with preventive maintenance protocols.
• Coordinated the development of digital pond data management application for enhanced traceability.
• Active in professional algae industry sustainability networks (EABA).

Developed comprehensive Life Cycle Assessment methodology from scratch for microalgae production startup, establishing foundational environmental analysis framework tailored to pilot-scale operations.

Key Achievements

• Designed and implemented LCA methodology based on ISO 14040 standards, adapted specifically for microalgae production, supply chain, logistics and renewable energy production. - Identified critical environmental hotspots including diesel generator impact on carbon footprint, revealing 43% reduction opportunity through renewable energy transition.
• Conducted holistic environmental impact assessment integrating geographical analysis, climate data, and socio-economic contextualization to position company operations within regional landscape.
• Delivered comprehensive report combining quantitative LCA results with qualitative environmental factors, establishing evidence-based foundation for sustainability claims and investor communications.
• Initiated site-wide inventory and organization initiative, cultivating documentation culture within laboratory operations that improved asset tracking and workflow efficiency.

Bachelor's Thesis :

• Assessed the environmental performance and economic significance of the Ria Formosa lagoon ecosystem, focusing on the impacts of fishing intensity. Used Excel for modeling, data analysis, and interpretation.
• Collected and analyzed field data, contributed to research activities, and assisted in preparing timely reports.
• Collaborated closely with an interdisciplinary team on various coastal ecological research projects.

End of studies internship :

• Improved the efficiency of a metropolitan water distribution network through regular system inspections and proactive issue identification, Used AquaCalc for daily monitoring of the system's performance.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by optimizing water pressure through coordinated pressure modulation efforts with field technicians.
• Simulated hydraulic network performance using real-world and historical data and EPANET to optimize water distribution system sustainability and efficiency.