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Ka Leung Lam

Assistant Professor of Environmental Science at Duke Kunshan University
DKU Faculty

Overview


I am a sustainability scientist, researching at the interface of environmental management, environmental engineering, and sustainability science. My current research focuses onĀ assessing the environmental sustainability status of our built environment and the technological solutions for sustainable transitions, particularly for water systems, waste systems, and industrial systems. I received my BEng (Chemical & Environmental Engineering) and MPhil from HKUST, and PhD from UQ.

Current Appointments & Affiliations


Assistant Professor of Environmental Science at Duke Kunshan University · 2021 - Present DKU Faculty

Recent Publications


Life cycle assessment of the Pingjiang River water purification project in Suzhou

Journal Article Blue-Green Systems · December 1, 2025 ABSTRACTThis study presents the Pingjiang River Water Purification Project in Suzhou, a historic city facing water quality challenges due to urbanization. The project integrates advanced physical treatment t ... Full text Cite

Life Cycle Environmental Impacts of Bioenergy Recovered from Wastewater Treatment Facilities

Journal Article ACS Sustainable Chemistry & Engineering · November 10, 2025 Full text Cite

Evaluating carbon footprint calculators: a comprehensive assessment framework

Journal Article Clean Technologies and Environmental Policy · September 1, 2025 Climate change, driven by unchecked greenhouse gas emissions, has become a pressing global concern. While large-scale anthropogenic activities are primary contributors, individual behaviours also play a significant role in carbon emissions. Carbon Footprin ... Full text Cite
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Education, Training & Certifications


University of Queensland (Australia) · 2017 Ph.D.