Dr. Gopal Achari — Professor and Head of Civil Engineering, University of Calgary. Leading applied environmental research focused on technology development, industry collaboration, and real-world impact.
Professor and Head, Civil Engineering
Schulich School of Engineering
University of Calgary
Dr. Gopal Achari’s research focuses on developing innovative technologies to address energy and environmental challenges, with a strong emphasis on water and wastewater treatment, soil remediation, and applied environmental engineering. His work bridges laboratory research, pilot-scale validation, and industry implementation.
Advanced treatment technologies for industrial and municipal applications.
Explore expertiseResearch on removal and transformation of contaminants of emerging concern.
Explore expertisePractical remediation strategies designed for field deployment and impact.
Explore expertiseEnergy-efficient photocatalytic technologies for water treatment.
Explore expertiseData-driven modelling and optimization for environmental systems.
Explore expertiseSchulich School of Engineering — University of Calgary
2023 – PresentCivil Engineering — University of Calgary
2008 – PresentSchulich School of Engineering — University of Calgary
2022 – 2023Civil Engineering — University of Calgary
2002 – 2008Civil Engineering — University of Calgary
1998 – 2002University of Calgary
Peer-Reviewed Publications
Research & Industry Grants
Collaborative Projects
Validated Technologies
The research program emphasizes close collaboration with industry partners to translate scientific knowledge into practical solutions. Projects are designed to reduce risk, accelerate validation, and support adoption through pilot and field-scale implementation.
Industry partners are invited to explore sponsor-funded research opportunities focused on practical environmental solutions and technology development.
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