VALENTINA ITA

Experienced and results-oriented geologist with excellent academic background in hydrogeology, near surface geophysics and environmental geology. Over three years’ experience in environmental consulting industry, including project management experience and skills in field data acquisition, environmental risk assessments, environmental audits, research, data analysis. Proven track record in managing high level environmental projects, geophysical investigations and providing actionable recommendations to clients. Strong background in teaching and mentoring undergraduate students, with excellent communication, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

• Physical Sciences – Responsible Conduct of Research, 2024
• ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Management Systems Lead Auditors Course (IRCA), 2022
• Oil and Gas Training Institute – Introduction to Offshore Safety and Emergency, 2021
• Oil and Gas Training Institute – Health Safety and Environment Awareness (HSE), 2021
• Survival at Sea / Helicopter Underwater Escape Training, 2021
• Alison Free Online Learning - Introduction to Project Management, 2020
• Alison Free Online Learning – Sustainability and Climate Change, 2020
• CLU-IN Seminar – Groundwater Statistics for Environmental Project Managers, 2020
• UNITAR specialized module on Introduction to Climate Change, 2020
• UNFCC – Climate Change Impact Assessment and Response of Coastal Systems, 2020
• UNFCC – Climate Change Adaptation and Vulnerability Risk Assessments, 2020

• Environmental and Social Impact Assessment (2023) in Line with IFC and FMEnv Frameworks for the Tesla / Equinix / Mainone State of the Art Data Colocation Centre in Lekki, Lagos, Nigeria.
• Environmental Baseline Study (2023) for Kuri Swamp Oil and Gas Field in Warri North LGA of Delta State by SHN Nigeria Limited.
• Environmental Impact Assessment (2023) for Saka Data Centre Interconnection Hub in Victoria Island, Lagos State – by MainOne Nigeria / Equinix USA
• Environmental Due Diligence (2023) of Oil Mining Lease 11 Asset Transfer from Shell Petroleum Development Company (SPDC) to NNPC Exploration and Production Limited (NEPL).
• Environmental Evaluation Study (2022) for Ibom Offshore Field Development in Akwa Ibom State Nigeria.
• Preliminary Environmental and Social Management Plan (2022) for 20 Off Solar Mini-grid Projects in Norther Nigeria by Rocky Mountain Institute USA and United States Trade Development Agency (USTDA).
• World Bank NEWMAP ESMP Audit (2022) – Lead Auditor for Environmental and Social Management Plan Audit for NEWMAP Across 23 States of Nigeria
• Dutchford E&P Udibe Offshore Field (2022) – Geotechnical Investigation and Seabed Geophysical Survey/Mapping for Udibe Field, Offshore OML 70 (Rivers and Akwa Ibom State)
• MTN Nigeria Eko Atlantic Head Office (2022) – Geo-Hazards and Geophysical Survey of Proposed 5plots Business District Head Office High Rise in Eko Atlantic City, Lagos Nigeria
• MTN Nigeria PHC & Enugu Regional Offices (2021) – Flood Risk Assessment and Management Plan for Port Harcourt and Enugu Regional Offices
• Environmental Audit & Reporting (2021) of MTN Nigeria Base Terminal Stations in South-south Nigeria aligned to NESREA.

• Ohio Geology Student Research Award, Ohio Geological Survey Agency - 2023
• Best Management Staff - 2022
• Above and Beyond Staff of the Year - 2022
• Best Staff in Project Management, HD AquaEarth Consulting - 2021
• Overall Best Staff, HD AquaEarth Consulting - 2021
• Best Team Player, HD AquaEarth Consulting - 2020