
Biography :
Gilda Zambrano Faubla is an environmental engineer and graduate student pursuing a Master of Science in Sustainability Management at the University of South Florida’s Patel College of Global Sustainability. Originally trained in Ecuador, she has professional experience in environmental consulting, regulatory compliance, and environmental management across public and private sectors. She currently serves as an IT Associate with Chartwells Higher Education Dining Services. Her interdisciplinary background combines environmental engineering, technology, and sustainability management. Her current research explores public perceptions of potable water reuse, emphasizing institutional trust, perceived safety, and community acceptance as important considerations for sustainable water management and public health resilience.