Sevket Durucan

Sevket Durucan is a Professor of Mining and Environmental Engineering at the Department of Earth Science & Engineering, Faculty of Engineering, Imperial College London. His affiliations include the Energy Futures Lab, Metals and Minerals, and Minerals, Energy and Environmental Engineering programs. He has held roles such as Visiting Professor at the International Postgraduate School, Josef Stefan Institute, Slovenia (2006–present).

Education:

• BSc in Mining Engineering, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey (1972–1976)
• MSc in Mining Engineering, Middle East Technical University, Ankara, Turkey (1976–1979)
• PhD in Mining Engineering, University of Nottingham, United Kingdom (1979–1981)

Research Interests: Focuses on interdisciplinary fields including environmental engineering, resource management, and sustainable practices in mining and energy sectors. Engages in global initiatives such as CO2 storage solutions (e.g., CO2GeoNet, CO2ReMoVe) and waste management in energy production.

Awards and Esteem:

• Co-Chair and Distinguished Speaker at the 2006 International Symposium in Bangkok.
• Recognized as an expert reviewer for the IPCC’s 2004 Special Report on Carbon Capture.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with CO2GeoNet, CO2ReMoVe, and EVA025 inventory tools development projects.