CORE TEAM
Dr. Milind Kundal
A seasoned Geologist specializing in Environmental Sciences, with over 16 years of experience in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). He has actively presented at public hearings and before regulatory committees including MoEF, SEAC, and SEIAA, demonstrating strong expertise in environmental compliance and advocacy.
He earned his Ph.D. in Sedimentology and Micropaleontology from Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj (RTM) Nagpur University, Nagpur (M.S.) in 2013.
As a Quality Council of India (QCI) – NABET Approved EIA Coordinator, he is accredited in multiple sectors:
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Mining (1(a)(1))
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Mineral Beneficiation (2(b)(7))
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Distilleries (5(g)(22))
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Sugar (5(j)(25))
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Township & Area Development Projects (8(b)(39))
Additionally, he is recognized as an accredited expert in:
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Hydrology & Groundwater Studies Water Conservation (HG)
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Geology (GEO)
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Land Use (LU)
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Soil Conservation (SC)
He has successfully completed numerous EIA projects that have been granted Environmental Clearance, underscoring his proven track record in regulatory approvals.
His professional journey includes collaborations with prestigious organizations such as:
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National Environmental Engineering Research Institute (NEERI), Nagpur
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LEA Associates South Asia Pvt. Ltd.
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Enkay Enviro Services Pvt. Ltd., Jaipur
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Mantras Green Resource Limited, Nasik
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And several other leading industry houses.
He has compiled comprehensive EIA/EMP reports across diverse sectors including Mining, Coal Washery, Cement, Sugar, Distillery, Mineral Beneficiation, Thermal Power, Ferrous & Non-Ferrous Metals, and Synthetic Organic Industries.
PARAG KHUJNARE
A distinguished Mining Engineer with specialization in Environmental Engineering, bringing over 19 years of expertise in Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA). He has extensive experience in conducting EIA studies and delivering presentations at Public Hearings as well as before regulatory authorities including MoEF, SEAC, and SEIAA.
He holds an M.Tech in Environmental Science & Engineering from the prestigious Indian School of Mines (ISM), Dhanbad (now IIT Dhanbad).
As a QCI–NABET Accredited EIA Coordinator (Category A), his accreditations cover:
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Mining of Minerals (Opencast & Underground)
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Coal Washeries
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Mineral Beneficiation
Additionally, he is a NABET Accredited Functional Area Expert (Category A) in:
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Geology
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Noise & Vibrations
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Hazardous Waste Management (including plastics & e-waste)
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Industrial Solid Waste (ISW)
His professional expertise spans:
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Comprehensive EIA Studies
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Environmental Status Assessments
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Carrying Capacity Studies
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Municipal Solid Waste (MSW) Management Studies
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Preparation of Mining Plans for Major Minerals
He is well-versed in Environmental Laws, EIA-related Orders & Guidelines, and proficient in implementing Environmental Management Systems across industries. His technical strengths include Wastewater Management, Solid Waste Management, and Air Pollution Control, ensuring compliance and sustainable practices in diverse industrial sectors.
Dr. Vivek Tiwari
He is a seasoned expert in ecology and biodiversity with over 18 years of experience in forestry research and Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) studies. He earned his Ph.D. in Botany from Rani Durgavati University, Jabalpur (M.P.) in 2014 and holds QCI–NABET accreditation as a Category A specialist in Ecology & Biodiversity (EB) and Soil Conservation (SC).
His career spans more than 20 research projects as a Research Fellow across institutions such as RDVV Jabalpur, JNKVV Jabalpur, and SFRI Jabalpur. He has successfully delivered over 50 Ecology & Biodiversity studies and Soil Conservation reports for leading Accredited Consultancy Organizations (ACOs), including Anacon Laboratories Pvt. Ltd., Nagpur; Vardan Environet, Haryana; and Horizon Venture Pvt. Ltd., Bangalore.
He has also served as a scientist with the national-level NGO Covenant Center for Development (CCD), Madurai, Tamil Nadu, where he completed more than 10 major research projects. Additionally, he has prepared over 30 People’s Biodiversity Registers (PBRs) at village and district levels in Maharashtra and Madhya Pradesh.