UJ

Ukachukwu Jubilee

Environmental Science | Sustainability | Renewable Energy | Climate Solutions

Accra, Ghana

ABOUT

I am passionate about tackling air pollution and advancing climate solutions through policy and economics, addressing how poor waste management and unsustainable energy systems threaten public health and ecosystems. I focus on renewable energy systems, circular waste solutions and evidence-based policies that protect the environment while supporting economic growth. Through research, advocacy, and hands-on projects, I aim to shape policies that reduce emissions, protect public health, and build resilient, equitable systems for communities most exposed to environmental harm.

SKILLS

Environmental ScienceSustainabilityRenewable EnergyClimate SolutionsCommunity DevelopmentResearchEngineering for Green InnovationEnvironmental Policy
Arduino ProgrammingPyrolysis TechnologyUV-C Water PurificationSolar Tracking SystemsEnvironmental ResearchAir Pollution AssessmentAudiovisual OperationsVideo Editing
EcologyConservation BiologyPopulation DynamicsAnalytical ChemistryBiogeochemical CyclingResource ManagementAtmospheric Chemistry

EXPERIENCE

Junior Research Intern

2025 - Present

Institute for Environment and Sanitation Studies (IESS), University of Ghana • Accra, Ghana

Conducted field-to-desk environmental research supporting urban air pollution assessment projects. Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to translate technical findings into actionable guidance for local decision-makers. • Conducted field-to-desk environmental research supporting urban air pollution assessment projects. • Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to translate technical findings into actionable guidance for local decision-makers.

Youth Delegate

2023-11 - 2023-11

UN-Habitat Ghana Youth Forum • Accra, Ghana

Selected as youth representative for national climate resilience and urban sustainability workshops. Collaborated with fellow delegates to develop policy recommendations on climate adaption strategies for informal settlements. • Selected as youth representative for national climate resilience and urban sustainability workshops. • Collaborated with fellow delegates to develop policy recommendations on climate adaption strategies for informal settlements.

Founder & President

2024-10 - Present

WasteForge (Plastic-to-Fuel Project) • Accra, Ghana

Founded and lead community-based initiative converting plastic waste to alternative fuel using pyrolysis technology. Established local waste collection network, creating income opportunities for community members through waste-to-value model. Conducted safety training and coordinated operations for sustainable waste management and fuel distribution. • Founded and lead community-based initiative converting plastic waste to alternative fuel using pyrolysis technology. • Established local waste collection network, creating income opportunities for community members through waste-to-value model. • Conducted safety training and coordinated operations for sustainable waste management and fuel distribution.

Environmental Advocate

2024 - 2024

Ghana Youth Environmental Movement (GYEM) • Accra, Ghana

Supported a multi-stakeholder policy roundtable on reducing single-use plastics through inclusive dialogue. Synthesized inputs from government, industry, and civil society into shared priorities and action steps. • Supported a multi-stakeholder policy roundtable on reducing single-use plastics through inclusive dialogue. • Synthesized inputs from government, industry, and civil society into shared priorities and action steps.

Team Captain

2022-10 - 2023-02

Africa SDG Innovation Challenge (Pan-African Climate-Tech Challenge) • Accra, Ghana

Led team to design Arduino UV-C water purification system for drought-affected communities. Placed 5/54 teams at the continental competition. Managed project timeline, technical development, and team coordination through competition cycle. • Led team to design Arduino UV-C water purification system for drought-affected communities. • Placed 5/54 teams at the continental competition. • Managed project timeline, technical development, and team coordination through competition cycle.

Founder & President

2021-07 - 2023-08

Accra Academy Sustainability Club • Accra, Ghana

Led 23 members to plant 145 trees and install 12 waste bins in school. Secured significant grant funding through presentation on 91st Speech Day for installation of solar panel system, making us one of the few Senior High schools in Ghana to be solar-powered. • Led 23 members to plant 145 trees and install 12 waste bins in school. • Secured significant grant funding through presentation on 91st Speech Day for installation of solar panel system, making us one of the few Senior High schools in Ghana to be solar-powered.

Volunteer & Ambassador

2024-02 - Present

McKingtorch Africa • Accra, Ghana

Helped convert 3 tons of used flipflops, gallons, and car tyres into innovative upcycled bus shelter in rural Dzorwulu. Recognized as pioneering sustainable infrastructure. • Helped convert 3 tons of used flipflops, gallons, and car tyres into innovative upcycled bus shelter in rural Dzorwulu. • Recognized as pioneering sustainable infrastructure.

Volunteer Leader

2023 - 2023

Awoshie Youth Commission (AYC) • Accra, Ghana

Led youth volunteers to clean graffitied walls and drainage channels; raised ¢5,000 and distributed 15 waste bins. Coordinated logistics, materials procurement, and volunteer scheduling for multi-week community projects. Partnered with local leaders to promote sustainable sanitation practices beyond one-time cleanups. • Led youth volunteers to clean graffitied walls and drainage channels; raised ¢5,000 and distributed 15 waste bins. • Coordinated logistics, materials procurement, and volunteer scheduling for multi-week community projects. • Partnered with local leaders to promote sustainable sanitation practices beyond one-time cleanups.

Media Personnel

2024 - Present

Paradise Way Chapel • Accra, Ghana

Operated cameras and projectors during live services and edited weekly sermon recordings for broadcast and online platforms. Trained 3 new volunteers in audiovisual operations. • Operated cameras and projectors during live services and edited weekly sermon recordings for broadcast and online platforms. • Trained 3 new volunteers in audiovisual operations.

Co-Founder & Vice-president

2021 - 2023

Third Culture Club • Accra, Ghana

Co-founded a cross-cultural network for 20+ international students; hosted 5 cultural events, launched peer mentorship, and advocated for housing policy improvements. Facilitated dialogue between students and administrators to surface systemic challenges facing international students. Advocated for the inclusion of iron-rich meals for 2 students with sickle cell anaemia by collaborating with school administration. • Co-founded a cross-cultural network for 20+ international students; hosted 5 cultural events, launched peer mentorship, and advocated for housing policy improvements. • Facilitated dialogue between students and administrators to surface systemic challenges facing international students. • Advocated for the inclusion of iron-rich meals for 2 students with sickle cell anaemia by collaborating with school administration.

EDUCATION

Accra Academy

2021-05 - 2023-09

Secondary School in General Science