Prashil Gadge
Pune
Summary
Experienced sustainability professional with a focus on ESG analysis, environmental sustainability, and emissions reduction strategies. Expertise in ensuring compliance with global frameworks like GRI, SASB, and CDP, while driving alignment with industry standards. Skilled in developing formulas for net zero emissions and precise calculations for scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. Proven track record of efficiently leading cross-functional teams in platform development and sustainability reporting. Adept at formulating comprehensive strategies for achieving net zero emissions through renewable energy adoption, energy efficiency measures, and carbon offset initiatives. Effective communicator and collaborator, engaging stakeholders to foster a culture of sustainability. Proficient in monitoring KPIs to track progress towards net zero goals and driving continuous improvement.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior ESG Analyst
Bharat Carbon
Pune
10.2023 - 06.2024
- Led a team of 8 analysts in the collection and analysis of requirements for global frameworks, including GRI, SASB, CDP, BRSR, UN-SDGs, and CSRD, ensuring compliance and alignment with industry standards.
- Served as a subject matter expert on ESG matters, providing guidance and support to internal stakeholders and external partners, enhancing their understanding and engagement with ESG initiatives.
- Spearheaded the gathering and analysis of requirements for global frameworks, including GRI, SASB, CDP, BRSR, etc., ensuring compliance and alignment with industry standards
- Developed and implemented formulas and calculations for net zero emissions, as well as precise calculations for scope 1, scope 2, and scope 3 emissions, contributing to environmental sustainability initiatives
- Leading a team of 8 professionals, overseeing their responsibilities, coordinating efforts, and ensuring efficient execution of tasks related to platform development and sustainability reporting
- Conducted thorough assessments of carbon footprints and identified key areas for emissions reduction, implementing targeted initiatives to minimize environmental impact
- Collaborated with stakeholders to establish clear emission reduction goals aligned with global standards, ensuring a structured approach towards achieving net zero targets
- Implemented employee engagement programs to foster a culture of sustainability, encouraging staff involvement in carbon reduction efforts and promoting awareness
- Developed and monitored key performance indicators (KPIs) to track progress towards net zero goals, facilitating continuous improvement and adaptability to evolving sustainability challenges.
ESG Analyst
SG Analytics
Pune
06.2022 - 10.2023
- Managed the team of 12 - 15 associates responsible for ESG Ratings and ensuring adherence to processes and achieving high data quality for environmental ,social and governance KPIs.
- Overseeing key projects and operational processes for the CSA, encompassing data extraction and information analysis from diverse sources, tools, and documents.
- Ensure team members are compliant when conducting data/information collection through thorough knowledge of guidelines, policies and research tools
- Conduct ESG research & analysis of companies across multiple sectors
- Analyze GRI Report, CDP Report, SASB Report, Annual Reports, CSR Report, Proxy Statement and website of a company to fetch information with regard to sustainability, emissions, revenue, etc. related data on companies products/ services
- Compute ESG Rating for companies based on its ESG performance
- Monitor and analyze ESG controversies while ensuring a timely and comprehensive coverage
- Survey and synthesize technical, economic and regulatory barriers and opportunities to achieve deep decarbonization (power, buildings & transportation)
- Maintained clear and consistent communication with team members from different cultural and geographical backgrounds, fostering a collaborative and inclusive work environment.
- Support the development and implementation of novel retail products/services to support decarbonization, which may include retail rates, customer incentives & financing
- Develop and analyze alternative project designs to reduce emissions and help meet greenhouse gas reduction targets
- Calculation of scope 1, scope 2 and scope 3
- Create ESG related SOPs, Operational frameworks and process guidelines
- Responsible for the day-to-day workflow management and performance of a team to ensure accuracy and efficiency of process workflows
Senior Executive -ESG
Wipro Services Ltd.
Pune
10.2021 - 06.2022
- Conduct ESG research and engage with companies by working closely with fundamental analysts to ensure ESG factors are integrated into the investment process
- Publish ESG research rating notes on companies and work on publishing industry research, macro research & thematic research on various areas such as climate change investing, water, child labor etc
- Process data (Financial/ ESG qualitative and quantitative data) and apply it in an accurate manner to the database using CSA guidance
- Collection, Standardization and validation of data from various documents
- Perform quality checks on ESG assessments completed by other team members
- Engage with ESG analysts to understand the challenges and suggest solutions
- Publish the generated ESG disclosure score on Bloomberg terminal.
Analyst - ESG
eClerx Services Pvt. Ltd
Pune
05.2021 - 10.2021
- Conduct comprehensive research on ESG aspects of companies, focusing on climate change, environmental management, human capital management, business ethics, and corporate governance
- Analyze global companies' ESG performance, assessing their management of ESG risks and opportunities
- Maintain and update information systems and databases for assigned sectors to ensure accurate and up-to-date data
- Perform detailed year-to-year analysis of company performance based on ESG criteria, identifying trends and areas for improvement
- Assist clients with data collection and provide clear communication regarding required responses
- Implement stringent quality measures to enhance the quality of products and services
- Collaborate with stakeholders to drive continuous improvement initiatives aimed at addressing ESG challenges and optimizing performance.
Freelancing
Consulting
Pune
12.2017 - 04.2021
- Gathered and analyzed environmental, social, and governance (ESG) data from various sources.
- Directed the team responsible for ESG reporting, ensuring processes were followed meticulously to achieve high data quality for environmental, social and Governance KPIs.
- Formulated investment patterns by using Annual reports, Proxy statement, CSR report, current news, M&A statements, etc
- Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for consistent data management.
- Disseminate your insight when appropriate to internal and external stakeholders
- Collaborated with client stakeholders to understand their ESG goals and reporting needs
- Developed standard operating procedures (SOPs) for consistent data management.
Assistant Internal Auditor
VAIBHAV COTTEX Pvt ltd
Wani
09.2014 - 11.2017
- Audit Management: Assist the Lead Auditor in planning and managing audit mandates, ensuring efficient documentation of work performed, and effectively managing costs and time for each mandate
- Audit Program Development: Contribute to the development of audit programs for financial, operational, and compliance audits, demonstrating expertise in designing comprehensive testing protocols
- Stakeholder Communication: Skillfully communicate with operating and financial management to gather necessary information, address concerns, and maintain strong working relationships across all levels of the organization
- Internal Audit Planning: Plan and manage internal audit mandates, demonstrating proficiency in documenting work processes, managing costs, and optimizing time allocation for each mandate.
Education
Master of Business Administration -
Institute of Business Management & Research, Pune University
06.2014
B. Com (computer application) -
Sardar Patel College, Nagpur University
05.2012
Skills
- Project Management
- Renewable Energy
- JIRA
- Data Analysis
- Environmental Management
- Systems
- Sustainability Reporting
- Greenhouse Gas
- Team Management
- Research
- Analytics
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Carbon Accounting
- ESG Rating
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Marathi
Hobbies and Interests
- Photography
- Exercising
Certification
- Introduction to ESG , Corporate Finance Institute (CFI)
- ISO 14001:2015- Environmental Management Systems (EMS)
- Diploma in Environmental management
- GHG Protocol for Corporate GHG Reporting and ISO 14064 principles, (ClimeUp)
- Climate Change and Sovereign Risk, (ADB) Asian Development Bank
- Green Investments: Renewable Energy, (ADB) Asian Development Bank
- Carbon Taxation, (United Nations institute for Training and Research)
- Understanding the recommendations of the TCFD, FSB Task Force on Climate-related
Financial Disclosures (TCFD) - Corporate reporting of climate and environmental matters in the European Union
- Biodiversity-related disclosure Understanding impacts and dependencies
- Introduction to Climate Related Disclosures, FSB Task Force on Climate-related
Financial Disclosures (TCFD)
Timeline
Senior ESG Analyst
Bharat Carbon
10.2023 - 06.2024
ESG Analyst
SG Analytics
06.2022 - 10.2023
Senior Executive -ESG
Wipro Services Ltd.
10.2021 - 06.2022
Analyst - ESG
eClerx Services Pvt. Ltd
05.2021 - 10.2021
Freelancing
Consulting
12.2017 - 04.2021
Assistant Internal Auditor
VAIBHAV COTTEX Pvt ltd
09.2014 - 11.2017
Master of Business Administration -
Institute of Business Management & Research, Pune University
B. Com (computer application) -
Sardar Patel College, Nagpur University
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