Dr. Hafez brings specialized expertise in life cycle assessment (LCA) and circular economy strategy, with a focus on sustainable materials, low-carbon concrete, and environmental performance across the built environment. He holds a PhD in Civil Engineering from Northumbria University (UK) and MSc degrees from the University of Bath and The American University in Cairo, with specialization in sustainable building materials and construction engineering.
Hisham’s multidisciplinary background spans research, academia, and applied innovation—adding depth to A³&Co.’s sustainability and decarbonization advisory work. Currently a Research Fellow at the University of Leeds, he has also held research positions at EPFL (Switzerland) and UPC (Spain), where he led initiatives on low-carbon concrete and recycled materials.
His academic track record includes over 25 peer-reviewed publications, technical leadership in international committees such as RILEM and FIB, and principal investigator roles on multiple EPSRC-funded projects focused on developing net-zero construction materials.
At A³&Co., Hisham is supporting advisory efforts in LCA integration, circularity frameworks, and environmental impact modeling across cement and construction value chains. His work will help clients align with regulatory demands, net-zero targets, and material innovation strategies.