Developing a Transparent and Trustworthy Carbon Trading Mechanism to Enhance Organisational ESG Characteristics Towards Achieving Net Zero Carbon Emission

PhD Candidate: Mr Hiniduma Liyanage Damith Nandika

Supervisory Panel

Principal Supervisor:Professor Srinath Perera
Co-supervisor: Associate Professor Sepani Senaratne
Co-supervisor:Dr Sameera Wijesiri Pathirana

Source of Funding

Western Sydney University Postgraduate Research Scholarship

Biography

Damith is a passionate Civil Engineering Ph.D. student specialising in Environmental and Geoenvironmental Engineering. His academic background has provided him with a strong foundation in civil engineering principles. His current research focuses on sustainability, climate change and carbon trading facilities, and blockchain. Before his Ph.D., he spent about 15 years working as a Construction and Design Engineer, primarily in Highway Engineering. This hands-on experience provided him with valuable insight into real-world HR and project management practices. He is excited to use his skills to make a positive impact in both academic research and the real-world construction industry. Damith looks forward to contributing to finding solutions for a more sustainable future.

Education

  • Master of Engineering, Saitama University, Japan (2011-2013)
  • B.Sc. in Civil Engineering, University of Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, (2000-2004)

Honours / Awards / Grants

  • ADB-JSP Scholarship to pursue Master of Engineering degree at Saitama University, Japan, 2011
  • Professor A. Thurairajah prize for the best performance in Geotechnics at the convocation held in Peradeniya, Sri Lanka, 2004

Professional Affiliations

  • Chartered Engineer (M-6875), Institute of Engineers, Sri Lanka, 2015

Research Interests

  • Sustainability design
  • Carbon trading and policy analysis
  • Geoenvironmental engineering
  • Waste management
  • Circular economy

Contact

Email:22104071@student.westernsydney.edu.au
Location: Room Z.1.12, Penrith (Kingswood)
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/damith-liyanage-4567ab172
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