OLUGBADE TAYO SEGUN

Chemical Engineer | Environmental Researcher | Youth Leader

Ado-Ekiti, NG.

About

A highly motivated Chemical Engineer and environmental advocate with a Bachelor of Technology, specializing in sustainable energy systems, carbon capture, and air quality management. Proven leader and researcher with experience in optimizing biotechnological processes for CO2 capture, conducting comprehensive environmental impact assessments, and spearheading youth empowerment initiatives focused on climate action and UN Sustainable Development Goals, impacting over 200 individuals. Adept at bridging technical expertise with community engagement to drive impactful, sustainable solutions.

Work

CodePlay72

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Digital Tech Trainer

Jos, Nigeria

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Summary

Designed and delivered engaging training sessions, workshops, and bootcamps on digital tools, software, and emerging technologies for diverse learners.

Highlights

Developed and delivered engaging training sessions, workshops, and bootcamps on digital tools, software, and emerging technologies, enhancing participant skill sets.

Simplified complex technical concepts, making them accessible to a diverse audience ranging from beginners to advanced users.

Facilitated comprehensive training programs, utilizing both in-person and virtual platforms (e.g., Zoom, Google Meet, LMS) to maximize reach and flexibility.

Collaborated with schools, NGOs, and corporate partners to implement digital upskilling projects, broadening community and organizational capabilities.

Customized training curricula to meet specific organizational goals, successfully upskilling employees, students, and community members.

LeadGreen Initiative

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Founder/CEO

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Summary

Spearheaded a youth-led NGO, providing strategic leadership and vision to empower young Africans in environmental policy, research, and community engagement.

Highlights

Provided strategic leadership and vision for a youth-led NGO, empowering over 100 young Africans in policy advocacy, environmental research, and community engagement.

Directed initiatives addressing critical environmental challenges through applied research, impactful awareness campaigns, and community-driven grassroots projects.

Facilitated comprehensive capacity-building workshops and mentorship sessions focused on the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), leadership, and innovation.

Cultivated a culture of leadership and social responsibility, inspiring young individuals to develop and implement community-driven environmental solutions.

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Undergraduate Research Assistance

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Summary

Supported research on air pollution sources and their environmental impact, utilizing scientific literature and geospatial modeling.

Highlights

Conducted comprehensive literature reviews on air pollution sources, synthesizing key findings to inform research direction.

Executed extensive field campaigns to meticulously identify and categorize diverse emission sources within the study area.

Modeled pollutant dispersion utilizing ArcGIS, providing clear visualization of the spatial impact of emissions on local communities.

Calculated precise emission factors for critical pollutants by analyzing fuel consumption and comprehensive sampling data.

Synthesized research findings into a comprehensive undergraduate thesis, detailing methodology, data analysis, and insightful interpretation of results.

National Biotechnology Development Agency (NABDA)

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Research internship

Nigeria

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Summary

Conducted research focused on optimizing carbon fixation and developing scalable CO2 capture systems using biotechnology.

Highlights

Optimized culture conditions within photobioreactors, significantly increasing carbon fixation efficiency.

Analyzed complex experimental data utilizing bioinformatics tools to accurately identify key genes relevant to research objectives.

Maintained and operated advanced photobioreactors and fermentation systems, contributing to scalable CO2 capture initiatives.

Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to seamlessly integrate biological systems with existing industrial infrastructure, enhancing operational synergy.

Volunteer

Climate Change Trainer and Facilitator

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LeadGreen Fellowship

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Developed young leaders in climate activism and climate justice, training over 100 students in environmental sustainability.

Highlights

Developed and facilitated training programs focused on climate activism and climate justice for emerging young leaders.

Successfully trained over 100 students in core concepts of environmental sustainability, fostering a new generation of climate advocates.

President

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National Youth Service Corp Drug Free Community Development Service

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Led community development service initiatives focused on drug-free advocacy.

Highlights

Presided over the National Youth Service Corp Drug-Free Community Development Service, leading advocacy and outreach programs.

President

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Baptist Corpers Fellowship (Youth Christian Fellowship)

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Led the Youth Christian Fellowship, guiding spiritual and community activities.

Highlights

Served as President of the Baptist Corpers Fellowship, overseeing youth programs and community engagement.

SDGs Trainer and Facilitator

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Dean Initiative

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Trained over 50 students in high school and village communities on Sustainable Development Goals.

Highlights

Acted as an SDGs trainer and facilitator, educating young individuals in high school and village communities.

Educated over 50 students on the principles and importance of the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.

Campus Director

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United Nation Academy Impact (Millennium Fellow)

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Directed campus-level initiatives for the Millennium Fellowship, driving UN Academy Impact.

Highlights

Directed campus initiatives for the Millennium Fellowship, aligning activities with United Nations Academy Impact goals.

Education

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Ogbomosho, Oyo state, Nigeria
Bachelor of Technology Chemical Engineering

Courses

Assessment of emission from open burning of incense from selected religious body on air quality

Environmental Engineering

Air Quality Management

Chemical Process Design

Federal Polytechnic Ado-Ekiti

Ado-Ekiti, Ekiti State, Nigeria
National Diploma Mechanical Engineering

Courses

Mechanical Engineering Principles

Engineering Design

Thermodynamics

Fluid Mechanics

Languages

English

Yoruba

Certificates

Environmental Science & Sustainability

Coursera

Global Warming: Science & Modeling

Coursera

Climate change course

United nation climate change online learning

Energy and Environment

Coursera

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology International Research, Innovation and Discovery (LIRIDE)

Ladoke Akintola University of Technology

Ogbomosho Innovation Campaign (OIC)

Ogbomosho Innovation Campaign

Skills

Software & Tools

Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Aspen hysys, Data visualization, Java programming, ArcGIS, Bioinformatics, Zoom, Google Meet, LMS systems.

Research & Engineering

Hydrogen energy, Renewable energy, Carbon capture and storage, Low carbon energy systems, Air pollution modeling, Emission factor calculation, Scientific literature review, Field campaigns, Pollutant dispersion modeling, Photobioreactors operation, Fermentation systems, Experimental data analysis, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.

Leadership & Advocacy

Strategic leadership, Policy advocacy, Environmental research, Community engagement, Capacity building, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Climate activism, Climate justice, Project management, Team leadership, Mentoring, Public speaking.

Training & Education

Digital tools training, Software training, Emerging technologies, Curriculum development, Technical concept simplification, Virtual training, In-person training, Workshop facilitation.

Interests

Sustainable Energy

Hydrogen energy, Renewable energy, Carbon capture and storage, Low carbon energy systems.

Community Development

Mentoring student on career path, Public speaking, Youth empowerment, Environmental advocacy.