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João Costa

@joocosta1

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I turn ESG data, carbon footprints, and environmental indicators into decision-ready sustainability strategies.

Portugal

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to turn ESG, carbon and environmental data into measurable, decision-ready sustainability outcomes, combining CSRD/ESRS reporting, environmental management and analytics in a role with meaningful strategic impact.

I'm leading sustainability projects at FEUP, where I scaled EDS@FEUP to 43 adapted curricular units and reached more than 12,600 students over three years. I calculate and monitor Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions alongside energy, water and waste indicators, translating them into ESG reporting and strategic recommendations.

Previously, at Rangel Logistics Solutions, I led a five-person team managing ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 systems across more than seven logistics warehouses. I implemented carbon-footprint monitoring, supported certification audits, and introduced ISO 26000 and ISO 22301 to strengthen ESG, risk management and operational compliance.

Alongside my PhD research at CERENA-FEUP, I'm building a multicriteria decision-support tool for sustainable soil remediation using Python, machine learning and statistical modelling. My earlier anomaly-detection work for Águas e Energia do Porto achieved 92% accuracy across more than 160,000 customers.

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Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Researcher in Sustainable Soil Remediation

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CERENA-FEUP

Sep 2024 - Present (1 year 11 months)

Developing a multicriteria decision support tool for sustainable soil remediation, integrating environmental, economic and social criteria. Applying machine learning and statistical modelling in Python to support management decisions for contaminated sites.

Machine Learning Python Statistical Modeling Multi Criteria Analysis Research Prisma

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Sustainability Project Manager

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FEUP

Feb 2023 - Present (3 years 6 months)

Managed the EDS@FEUP project, scaling it from 1 adapted CU to 43, covering over 12,600 students. Calculated institutional carbon footprint and monitored energy, water, and waste indicators, integrating them into ESG reporting.

Project Management ESG Reporting GHG Protocol Energy Management Water Management Waste Management Survey Design Data Analysis WordPress Budget Management Stakeholder Management

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Treasurer & Member of the Board of Directors

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Europe XXI

May 2021 - Present (5 years 3 months)

Served as Treasurer and Board Member of an independent European public policy think-tank, contributing to strategic direction and financial management. Co-organized events promoting social inclusion and European values.

Financial Management Budget Planning Stakeholder Management Event Organization

Integrated Systems Manager

Rangel Logistics Solutions

Jan 2022 - Jan 2023 (1 year)

Led a team of 5 in managing integrated management systems (ISO 9001, 14001, 50001) across a national network of logistics warehouses. Implemented corporate carbon footprint calculation and monitoring of energy, water, and waste consumption.

ISO 9001 ISO 14001 ISO 50001 Energy Management Water Management Waste Management Internal Audit CAPA Training

Environmental Consultant

Publiambiente, Lda

May 2021 - Dec 2021 (7 months)

Managed a portfolio of ~20 clients in water, air, and waste emissions compliance projects, ensuring regulatory compliance with APA and CCDR standards. Calculated carbon footprints and monitored environmental indicators for industrial customers.

Environmental Compliance Energy Management Water Management Waste Management Autocad Team Leadership

Deputy Project Manager

Edifícios Saudáveis Consultores

Feb 2020 - Mar 2021 (1 year 1 month)

Managed over 10 clients in LEED, WELL, and BREEAM certification processes, coordinating technical assessments and field audits. Produced technical drawings in AutoCAD to support consulting projects.

LEED WELL BREEAM Autocad Project Management Client Management

Environmental Engineer — Dissertation Research

Águas e Energia do Porto

Feb 2019 - Oct 2019 (8 months)

Developed a master's thesis on detection of apparent water losses using machine learning, achieving 92% accuracy in a base of over 160,000 customers. Integrated model outputs into monthly debt management inspection cycles.

Machine Learning Python Random Forest Data Analysis