Work Samples
Sustainability Action Plan for Syntropic Agroforestry in the Netherlands
As part of a consulting capstone for the Harvard Master’s in Sustainability program, this consulting project supported the development of a pilot syntropic agroforestry system in partnership with a biodynamic farm in the eastern Netherlands.
The objective was to design a scalable model for regenerative agriculture based on Brazilian syntropic principles, emphasizing ecological restoration and cooperative plant succession.The final deliverable included an environmental and financial performance model for crop consortia, a site-specific ecological analysis, succession planning, risk mitigation strategies, and baseline financial modeling for long-term viability. This project outlined a pathway to shift Dutch agriculture from inputs and extraction to cooperation, biodiversity, and resilience.
Click below to learn how this innovative system design offers a new paradigm in agriculture – minimizing inputs while maximizing ecosystem services and farmer livelihoods.
Evaluating Regenerative Enterprise Practices at Tenuta di Spannocchia (Italy)
This field-based assessment examined the regenerative land management practices of a historic agricultural estate in Tuscany. The project focused on modeling the economic and ecological viability of a hazelnut agroforestry enterprise within a 1,200-acre certified organic estate known for its work in conservation, ecotourism, and sustainable food systems.
The analysis included scenario modeling for long-term profitability, enterprise budgeting, and system design aligned with biodiversity preservation and rural economic development. Fieldwork supported recommendations for agroecological management practices that balance ecosystem health with farm-scale financial returns.
Click below to explore how regenerative principles are being applied on the ground in Italy to build rural resilience and reimagine agriculture through systems thinking.
Cost-Benefit Analysis for Forest Stewardship in Massachusetts
This analysis explored the financial and ecological viability of a sustainable timber harvest and carbon offset strategy on a 138-acre forested property in rural Massachusetts. The project modeled two appraisal pathways: a financial assessment from the landowner’s perspective and an economic appraisal considering broader public benefits.
Using data from Harvard Forest and Massachusetts conservation programs, the study included 15-year net present value projections, carbon sequestration incentives, habitat management grants, FSC certification planning, and property tax savings under Chapter 61. The model also quantified the impact of red oak harvests, family labor contributions, and biodiversity improvements.
Click below to see how forest stewardship can yield economic resilience, ecological regeneration, and long-term land preservation for Massachusetts families
Emissions & Irrigation Financial Modeling for a Specialty Crop Farm
This project assessed the scalability and sustainability of a specialty ginger farming operation in semi-rural Massachusetts. The financial model evaluated land expansion scenarios, greenhouse infrastructure, rainwater harvesting, and workforce scaling while calculating corresponding impacts on emissions, irrigation demand, and labor costs.
Using scenario-based forecasting and carbon impact assumptions, the analysis supported economic and environmental decision-making at the intersection of regenerative agriculture and local food resilience.
Click below to learn how financial modeling for a smallholder farm helped quantify carbon savings, optimize water use, and align long-term growth with climate-smart agriculture practices.
Development
Greenhouse Gas Inventory & Emissions Reduction Plan for U.S. Real Estate Firm
Delivered a full GHG inventory and mitigation strategy for a national real estate company’s corporate headquarters. The engagement included Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions accounting—covering stationary combustion, mobile sources, refrigerants, electricity use, and employee commuting—across three years of operational data.
The final deliverable outlined high-impact reduction strategies, prioritized emissions sources, and provided a business case for facility-level decarbonization. The report adhered to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol, with boundaries aligned to both operational control and equity share frameworks.
Click below to learn how a data-driven emissions audit informed net-zero planning and facility upgrades for an enterprise managing over $1.4B in assets and 16,000 residential units nationwide.
ESG Reporting & Materiality Assessment Global Retailer
Evaluated ESG disclosure practices and sustainability strategy for a leading multinational retailer using frameworks including GRI, SASB, TCFD, and CDP. A stakeholder-informed materiality assessment and B Impact diagnostic revealed key gaps across governance, labor practices, environmental data transparency, and supplier accountability.
The engagement outlined recommendations for enhanced board oversight, improved reporting cadence, labor rights protections, and sustainable supply chain policies. Special attention was given to product lifecycle impacts, Scope 3 emissions, and integration of DEI and climate risk metrics into disclosures.
Click below to learn how ESG benchmarking and framework alignment helped a global retailer strengthen accountability, reduce reputational risk, and map a path toward future B Corp eligibility.
Circular Fashion & Material Reuse Platform Proposal
Concept proposed a digital and in-person hub to promote clothing repair, local tailoring networks, and reuse education- reducing textile waste while empowering consumer action. The platform, combined online tutorials with live community events, offering materials and support for extending garment lifecycles.
The model drew on Massachusetts DEP data and lifecycle analysis of denim to quantify impact: one mended pair of jeans could save 300 gallons of water and prevent 33kg of CO₂ emissions. Extrapolated to a broader user base, the program demonstrated potential to divert over 69,000 tons of textiles from municipal waste streams annually.
Click below to explore how this circular solution turns fashion culture into a force for community resilience, and waste reduction.
Game Theory & Behavioral Waste Management in High-Rise Buildings
Game Theory & Behavioral Waste Sorting in High-Rise Residential Buildings
This research paper applied game theory to understand recycling and composting behavior in high-rise multi-family dwellings. Using the “High-Rise Recycler’s Dilemma” model, it examined how social norms, convenience, and communication influence participation in municipal solid waste (MSW) sorting programs.
Drawing from behavioral economics, policy analysis, and urban planning literature, the study highlighted systemic barriers, such as infrastructure gaps and social context, that prevent high-rise residents from fully engaging in recycling and composting systems.
Click below to learn how game theory and system dynamics can uncover behavioral tipping points and policy levers for effective urban waste diversion.