Fan Zhang
About Fan Zhang
Fan Zhang is the Deputy Chief Consultant at Arup in Beijing, with extensive experience in environmental engineering and green finance projects.
Current Role at Arup
Fan Zhang currently serves as the Deputy Chief Consultant at Arup. He has been with the company since 2019, working from their Beijing office. Arup is a multinational professional services firm headquartered in London, which provides engineering, design, planning, project management, and consulting services for all aspects of the built environment.
Previous Roles in Environmental Engineering
Before joining Arup, Fan Zhang held multiple significant positions in the field of environmental engineering. From 2014 to 2019, he worked as Senior Environmental Engineer and General Manager Assistant at Sweco International (China). Prior to that, he was the Assistant to the General Manager at Bay Environmental Technology (Beijing) Corp. (Bayeco) for nine months. He also served as a Green House Gas Auditor at Environmental Resources Management (ERM) between 2011 and 2013, and worked as a Project Manager at EcoSecurities, a subsidiary of JP Morgan, from 2008 to 2011.
Academic Background in Environmental Studies
Fan Zhang holds multiple advanced degrees in environmental studies. He earned a Master's degree in Environment Modelling and Management from Lund University in 2007. He also obtained a Master's degree in the same field from Universiteit Twente, and from the University of Warsaw in 2008. Additionally, he completed a Master's degree at the University of Southampton between 2006 and 2007. Fan Zhang holds a Bachelor's degree in Environmental Engineering Technology from Tsinghua University, which he achieved in 2006.
Involvement in Green Finance Projects
Fan Zhang serves as the Country Facilitator for the UK PACT China Programme, focusing on green finance projects. This role involves initiatives aimed at promoting sustainable development and addressing climate change through financial mechanisms. His expertise is critical in advancing the program's objectives within China.
Expertise in Clean Development Mechanism
Fan Zhang is specialized in the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) and the development, validation, and verification of carbon emission reduction projects. His proficiency in these areas makes him a valuable asset in the environmental services industry, where he leverages these skills for project development and business growth.