Prof. Rajeev Kumar Srivastava is a distinguished environmental scientist, academician, and researcher with more than 31 years of professional experience spanning industrial environmental consultancy, higher education, scientific research, and academic administration. He currently serves as Professor in the Department of Environmental Sciences at G. B. Pant University of Agriculture and Technology (GBPUAT), Pantnagar, Uttarakhand, where he has been a faculty member since 1999.

Prior to joining academia, he held progressive leadership positions at V.C.C. Services Pvt. Ltd., New Delhi, serving as Manager, Senior Manager, Deputy General Manager, and General Manager (Environment Division), where he specialized in industrial environmental consultancy, environmental impact assessment (EIA), pollution control, and sustainable environmental management. His unique blend of industrial and academic expertise has enabled him to bridge environmental science with practical engineering and policy solutions.

Research Expertise and Scientific Contributions

Prof. Srivastava's research focuses on environmental pollution control, wastewater treatment, phytoremediation, biochar technology, constructed wetlands, microbial fuel cells, environmental impact assessment, sustainable waste management, renewable energy, climate change mitigation, bioresource management, and water resource sustainability.

Over the past three decades, he has established himself as a leading researcher in eco-friendly wastewater treatment technologies and nature-based environmental solutions. His pioneering work on constructed wetlands integrated with microbial fuel cells, floating wetlands, biochar-based remediation, phytoremediation technologies, wastewater recycling, and sustainable environmental engineering has significantly contributed to environmental sustainability and circular economy approaches.

Research Projects and Consultancy

Prof. Srivastava has successfully led and coordinated numerous externally funded national and international research projects as Principal Investigator and Collaborative Investigator funded by organizations including:

• Department of Science & Technology (DST), Government of India
• Ministry of Drinking Water and Sanitation
• Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB)
• Uttarakhand Pollution Control Board
• IIT Delhi
• European Union Horizon 2020 Programme
• Uttar Pradesh State Industrial Development Corporation (UPSIDC)
• Uttarakhand State Council for Science & Technology (UCOST)

His research portfolio includes projects collectively worth several crores of rupees, addressing sustainable water treatment, wastewater reuse, environmental monitoring, renewable energy, industrial pollution management, and climate-resilient environmental technologies.

Publications and Scholarly Impact

Prof. Srivastava has made exceptional scholarly contributions through:

• 88+ peer-reviewed research papers in reputed national and international journals
• 100+ conference presentations at national and international scientific forums
• 29 book chapters and books, including publications by Springer, Elsevier, CRC Press, IGI Global, InTechOpen, Academic Press, and World Scientific
• Research published in high-impact journals such as Water Research, Environmental Pollution, Atmospheric Research, Journal of Cleaner Production, Environmental Monitoring and Assessment, Sustainable Chemistry and Pharmacy, and Journal of Water Process Engineering.

His research has substantially advanced scientific understanding in environmental remediation, sustainable water management, biochar applications, and environmental engineering.

Administrative and Leadership Contributions

Beyond research and teaching, Prof. Srivastava has held several important administrative positions, including:

• Estate Officer, GBPUAT
• General Manager (Environment Division), V.C.C. Services Pvt. Ltd.
• Deputy General Manager
• Senior Manager
• Manager (Environment Division)
• HOD (Environmental Sciences)

His administrative experience exceeds nine years, reflecting his leadership in institutional governance, environmental consultancy, project management, and academic administration.

Awards and Honors

Prof. Srivastava has received numerous prestigious recognitions, including:

• Lifetime Achievement Award at the 4th International Scientist Awards on Engineering, Science and Medicine (2020)
• Lifetime Achievement Award by VD GOOD International Scientist Awards (2020)
• Best Oral Presentation Award by UNESCO-IHE Delft (2019)
• Bharat Ratna Mother Teresa Gold Medal Award (2018)
• Educational Leadership Award for Teaching and Scientific Research (2011)
• National Technical Paper Award
• UGC Junior Research Fellowship (JRF)
• UGC Senior Research Fellowship (SRF)
• Graduate Research Assistantship during postgraduate studies

These recognitions reflect his sustained excellence in research, teaching, innovation, and environmental leadership.

Professional Contributions

Prof. Srivastava has delivered numerous invited lectures, keynote addresses, plenary talks, and expert sessions at national and international conferences, universities, research institutes, IITs, government organizations, and scientific societies. His expertise has been widely sought in environmental policy, wastewater treatment, environmental impact assessment, climate change adaptation, sustainable agriculture, and water security.

He has also mentored numerous postgraduate and doctoral scholars, significantly contributing to capacity building in environmental sciences.

Eligibility for the Excellent Researcher Award 

Prof. Rajeev Kumar Srivastava is an exceptionally deserving candidate for the Excellent Researcher Award under the Scientific Laurels in recognition of his outstanding and sustained contributions to environmental science, sustainable engineering, and water resource management over more than three decades.

His distinguished research career is characterized by pioneering work in phytoremediation, biochar technology, wastewater treatment, environmental impact assessment, microbial fuel cells, constructed wetlands, pollution control, renewable energy, and climate-resilient environmental technologies. He has successfully led numerous nationally and internationally funded research projects supported by prestigious organizations such as DST, CPCB, IIT Delhi, the European Union Horizon 2020 Programme, and various state government agencies.

Prof. Srivastava has an impressive record of 88+ international research publications, 29 books and book chapters, and over 100 conference presentations, with publications appearing in internationally reputed journals published by Springer, Elsevier, CRC Press, IGI Global, and other leading scientific publishers. His research has significantly advanced sustainable environmental technologies and has practical applications in water security, pollution remediation, and ecosystem restoration.

In addition to his remarkable publication record, he has received multiple prestigious honors, including Lifetime Achievement Awards, the Bharat Ratna Mother Teresa Gold Medal, the Educational Leadership Award, and international recognition for scientific excellence. His extensive academic leadership, successful supervision of research scholars, industrial consultancy, environmental policy contributions, and commitment to translating scientific research into societal benefits further distinguish his career.

Considering his outstanding research productivity, international collaborations, high-impact scientific contributions, successful research leadership, technological innovations, academic excellence, and enduring impact on environmental sustainability, Prof. Rajeev Kumar Srivastava fully satisfies and exceeds the criteria for the Excellent Researcher Award under the Scientific Laurels. His lifelong dedication to advancing environmental science and developing sustainable solutions has established him as one of the leading researchers in the field, making him a highly deserving recipient of this prestigious recognition.