IESc Seminar Series: Industrial Ecology: A Working Toolkit for Sustainability Science by Arda Işıldar

Institute of Environmental Sciences Seminar Series

“Industrial Ecology: A Working Toolkit for Sustainability Science”

by Arda Işıldar, PhD

Lumin Sustainability

We cordially invite you to our seminar “Industrial Ecology: A Working Toolkit for Sustainability Science” to be held by Arda Işıldar, from Lumin Sustainability

When: 08 June, 2026, Monday, 14:00-15:30

Where: Institute of Environmental Sciences Seminar Room (Hisar Campus E-Block)

Contact: pinar.ertor@bogazici.edu.tr for any questions.

Abstract:

In this presentation, I introduce the concept of "Industrial Ecology". This branch field aims to increase resource efficiency by minimising the environmental effects of industrial systems. Current approaches will be shared on the transformation of industrial processes into closed loop systems, industrial symbiosis practices and the role of the circular economy model in sustainable development.

Short bio:

Dr. Arda Işıldar graduated with a B.Eng. in Environmental Engineering from İstanbul Üniversitesi, an M.Sc. in Sustainable Resource Management from the Technische Universität München, and a joint PhD degree from the Delft University of Technology, Université Paris-Est Marne-la-Vallée, and UNESCO-IHE. He has been employed in the semiconductor and manufacturing sectors across operations in the USA, the EU, and Southeast Asia. Currently, he provides consultancy in the fields of sustainability and strategic management as the Founder and Managing Director of Lumin Sustainability Advisory. Specializing in industrial ecology, resource efficiency, greenhouse gas management, and green transformation strategies, Dr. Işıldar delivers projects aimed at optimizing the environmental performance of institutions. He brings 12 years of global industry and consulting experience to his work.