Ankita Verma
Sustainability Manager
Noida
Summary
Results-driven Knowledge Management & Technical Leader with over 12 years of experience in developing decarbonization policies, fostering knowledge-sharing ecosystems, and designing evidence-based programs for global NGOs and governments. Skilled in integrating technical expertise with operational implementation, resulting in mobilizing over $50M in climate finance, implementing 15+ policy reforms, and deploying scalable knowledge tools across 8 countries. Committed to advancing GBPN's mission of achieving 2.1 Gt CO2 savings by 2030 through a holistic approach to leadership in knowledge strategy and technical excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
6
6
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Certificates
Work History
Senior Manager
Rudraayu Urja Advisory Services
Delhi
09.2024 - Current
- Championed process improvement initiatives that led to significant cost savings without compromising on quality standards.
- Coordinated cross-departmental projects to improve product delivery timelines, enhancing customer satisfaction.
- Optimized supply chain operations, ensuring timely delivery of products and reducing inventory holding costs.
- Policy Impact: Led technical inputs for India’s Eco-Niwas Samhita (residential energy code), now adopted in 3 states, mitigating 1.2 Mt CO2/year.
- Climate Finance: Structured $20M GCF proposal for Indonesia’s low-carbon social housing, integrating material labeling systems.
- Capacity Building: Trained 150+ officials on building performance simulation (EnergyPlus, CBECC).
Circle Officer- Government of Bihar
Government of Bihar
Patna
11.2021 - 08.2024
- Improved department efficiency by streamlining and implementing policies and processes.
- Implemented process improvements that streamlined workflows, reducing redundancies and increasing operational efficiency.
- Enhanced communication between team members by organizing regular meetings and fostering open dialogue.
- Coordinated operations with other emergency service groups.
- Ensured compliance with national and local laws through regular policy reviews and updates.
- Established protocols for handling sensitive information, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with legal standards.
- Improved team morale and performance with consistent feedback and recognition of achievements.
- Coordinated with multiple agencies to streamline operations, enhancing overall response times during emergencies.
- Established effective relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally for increased collaboration opportunities.
- Utilized data-driven decision-making techniques to inform strategic planning processes and measure progress towards goals.
- Organized public forums to address community concerns, improving transparency and accountability.
Manager of Operations
Ferneon Services Pvt Ltd
Bangalore
10.2018 - 10.2021
- Knowledge Strategy: Designed and implemented a cloud-based knowledge hub (SharePoint/Notion) adopted by 200+ users, reducing duplicate research efforts by 35%. Curated 50+ technical resources (toolkits, case studies) aligned with GBPN’s Theory of Change levers.
- Technical Excellence: Advised governments on 8 building energy codes (e.g., PLN roadmap, Kerala’s net-zero housing policy), resulting in 12% projected energy savings by 2030.
- Global Learning: Orchestrated 4 annual knowledge exchanges for 120+ policymakers, fostering adoption of best practices in material efficiency and retrofit financing.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors, securing competitive pricing arrangements that benefited the organization''s bottom line results.
- Created and executed strategic plans aimed at increasing profitability while maintaining exceptional customer service standards.
- Championed the adoption of new technologies and digital transformation initiatives to streamline operations, enhance data-driven decision-making capabilities, and ultimately boost overall organizational performance levels.
Education
Master of Arts - Public Administration
IGNOU
Delhi 01.2013 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Physics
Kirori Mal College (Delhi University)
New Delhi 08.2008 - 09.2011
Master of Science - PG Diploma In Enviromental Law
National Law University
04.2001 -
Skills
Project Management
Operations Management
Team Management
People Management
Business Development
Program Management
Legal and Regulatory Compliance
Government relations
Team Leadership
Certification
IGBC-AP
Accomplishments
USGBC Faculty
Additional Information
- Knowledge Management: Strategy development, digital toolkits, peer-to-peer learning platforms
- Building Decarbonization: Energy codes (ECBC, ASHRAE), material labeling, NZEB roadmaps
- Technical Advisory: Policy design, M&E frameworks, climate finance (GCF, NDCs)
- Stakeholder Engagement: Governments (SE Asia/India/EU), World Bank, UNEP, industry consortia
- Capacity Building: Training programs, workshops, technical manuals
Work Availability
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Timeline
LEED- AP (O+M)
02-2025
IGBC-AP
01-2025
Senior Manager
Rudraayu Urja Advisory Services
09.2024 - Current
GRIHA CP
10-2023
Circle Officer- Government of Bihar
Government of Bihar
11.2021 - 08.2024
Manager of Operations
Ferneon Services Pvt Ltd
10.2018 - 10.2021
Master of Arts - Public Administration
IGNOU
01.2013 - 12.2015
Bachelor of Science - Engineering Physics
Kirori Mal College (Delhi University)
08.2008 - 09.2011
Master of Science - PG Diploma In Enviromental Law
National Law University
04.2001 -