Muhammad Ashar Ibrahim

Responsible for leading and supporting environmental sustainability, ESG compliance, and climate strategy implementation across large-scale textile manufacturing operations. The role focuses on greenhouse gas (GHG) accounting, Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) development, environmental compliance, resource efficiency, and sustainability reporting aligned with global frameworks.

Key Responsibilities
-ESG & Sustainability Reporting
-Developed and maintained ESG data systems for corporate sustainability reporting
-Supported preparation of GRI-based sustainability reports and corporate disclosures
-Coordinated data collection across multiple manufacturing units for environmental KPIs

GHG Accounting & Climate Strategy:

-Conducted greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions across textile operations
-Supported Scope 3 screening and value chain emissions assessment
-Contributed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) target development and validation process
-Assisted in decarbonization roadmap development for industrial facilities

Energy & Resource Management
-Monitored energy consumption, fuel usage, and utility performance across production units
-Identified energy efficiency opportunities including machinery optimization and utility improvements
-Supported implementation of renewable energy initiatives such as solar, wind, and biomass integration
-Water Stewardship & Environmental Compliance
-Assisted in implementation of Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) principles
-Monitored water consumption, wastewater discharge, and environmental impact metrics
-Ensured compliance with ISO 14001 Environmental Management -System requirements
-Supported environmental audits and regulatory compliance activities

Chemical & Waste Management
-Supported chemical safety compliance aligned with industry standards (e.g., MRSL/ZDHC where applicable)
-Monitored waste generation and reduction initiatives including recycling and landfill diversion programs
-Cross-Functional Coordination
-Worked with production, engineering, and compliance teams to integrate sustainability into operations
-Coordinated with internal and external stakeholders including auditors and global brand partners


-Key Achievements
-Contributed to development and approval of SBTi targets for multi-facility textile operations
-Supported implementation of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 systems across manufacturing units
-Improved sustainability data tracking and reporting systems for enhanced ESG transparency
-Assisted in climate risk and decarbonization planning aligned with global retail supply chain requirements

Skills Used
-GHG Accounting (Scope 1, 2, 3)
-ESG Reporting (GRI Standards)
-SBTi Target Setting
-ISO 14001 / ISO 50001
-Energy Management
-Water Stewardship (AWS)
-Environmental Compliance
-Sustainability Data Analysis
-Textile Manufacturing Sustainability

• Led ESG implementation aligned with SBTi, GRI, and Inditex Green to Wear frameworks.
• Managed ZDHC MRSL chemical compliance across wet processing operations.
• Conducted chemical risk assessments ensuring safe handling, storage, and disposal practices.
• Supported ISO 14001 & ISO 50001 certification maintenance and audit readiness.
• Developed environmental KPI dashboards for energy, water, and chemical performance tracking.
• Managed Scope 1 & Scope 2 emissions reporting and selected Scope 3 data collection.
• Ensured wastewater treatment plant compliance and effluent monitoring.
• Implemented chemical reduction initiatives improving safety and environmental performance.

Role Overview

Responsible for supporting environmental compliance, sustainability systems, and regulatory adherence within a large-scale textile manufacturing environment. The role focused on implementing ISO standards, monitoring environmental performance, ensuring chemical and wastewater compliance, and supporting ESG reporting and audit readiness.

Key Responsibilities
-Environmental Compliance & ISO Systems
-Supported implementation and maintenance of ISO 14001 -Environmental Management System
-Assisted in compliance monitoring for environmental regulations and buyer requirements
-Prepared documentation for internal and external environmental audits
-Ensured adherence to sustainability and compliance requirements across production facilities
-Water, Wastewater & Resource Monitoring
-Monitored water consumption and wastewater discharge parameters across processing units
-Supported operational control of Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) performance
-Assisted in data collection for water efficiency and conservation initiatives
-Contributed to reduction initiatives for water and chemical usage in wet processing operations

-Chemical Management & Safety Compliance
-Assisted in chemical inventory tracking and compliance with restricted substance lists (RSL/MRSL where applicable)
Supported safe handling, storage, and documentation of industrial chemicals
-Ensured compliance with chemical safety standards and audit requirements

Environmental Data & Reporting
-Collected and analyzed environmental performance data including energy, water, and waste metrics
-Supported preparation of sustainability and compliance reports for internal and buyer requirements
-Assisted in environmental KPI tracking for continuous improvement programs
-Audit & Stakeholder Coordination
-Supported environmental audits by global brands, third-party certification bodies, and regulatory authorities
-Coordinated with production, maintenance, and quality departments to ensure compliance alignment
-Assisted in closing audit findings and implementing corrective actions

Key Contributions
-Strengthened environmental compliance documentation system across wet processing operations
-Supported ISO 14001 system implementation and audit readiness
-Improved tracking and reporting of water and chemical consumption data
-Assisted in enhancing environmental performance visibility for compliance and buyer audits

Core Skills
-ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems
-Environmental Compliance & Auditing
-Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) Monitoring
-Water & Waste Management
-Chemical Compliance (RSL/MRSL Awareness)
-ESG Data Collection & Reporting
-Textile Wet Processing Sustainability

• Supported environmental compliance and audit documentation.
• Assisted in chemical inventory control and safety compliance systems.
• Contributed to wastewater monitoring and reporting activities.
• Participated in internal EHS audits and corrective action tracking.