Ashmita Rupal is a civil engineer with a master's degree in construction technology and management, complemented by her ongoing Ph.D. pursuits at the National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research (NITTTR) in Chandigarh. With a robust background spanning both academia and the construction industry, she has over five years of valuable experience.

Her diverse research interests cover crucial aspects of construction, ranging from construction management and materials testing to green buildings, energy efficiency, and simulation models. Ashmita has earned recognition as an accredited green building professional by the Indian Green Building Council, attesting to her commitment to sustainable construction practices. Before transitioning to academia, Ashmita played a pivotal role as a sustainability consultant in a startup firm, where she contributed significantly to framing key policies. Notably, she assisted in developing the Plastic Waste Management policy for Uttarakhand and participated in the formulation of the Punjab Vision Document 2047, demonstrating her expertise in policy framing. She has hands-on experience in executing water and energy auditing projects, showcasing her practical knowledge in critical areas of environmental management. Additionally, her role as a project assistant in the Green Skill Development programme under the Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India, highlights her commitment to fostering environmental awareness and skills development.