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Education
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Arpit Shukla

Gurgaon

Summary

Adept at leveraging ESG due diligence and GHG accounting skills, I enhanced sustainability frameworks at S & P Global and Nouryon Chemicals, achieving significant waste reduction goals. My expertise in QGIS and proactive engagement in ESG analysis underscore my ability to deliver impactful insights, aligning with corporate sustainability objectives.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience

Work History

Junior Research Analyst

S & P Global
Gurugram
07.2024 - Current
  • Applied qualitative and quantitative ESG data accurately in the database following Corporate Sustainability Assessment guidelines.
  • Executed standardized data gathering and ensured accuracy through validation across multiple sources.
  • Performed thorough research and analysis for Dow Jones Sustainability Indices, concentrating on economic, environmental and social criteria.
  • Assisted in developing Sustainability frameworks such as GRI, SASB, and CDP.

Global Sustainability Trainee

Nouryon Chemicals
Mumbai
01.2024 - 07.2024
  • Developed proposal highlighting feasible sustainability practices tailored to enhance office efficiency.
  • Recommendations included raising the temperature of central air conditioning, eliminating the use of paper cups, and reducing the use of disposable water bottles, which positively contribute to Nouryon's waste reduction goals.
  • Researched and analyzed definitions and proposed guidelines for the Eco-Premium Solutions effort, including the Renewable Carbon Index (RCI), abundant feedstocks, and recycled feedstocks.
  • I prepared a report comparing the 2018 and 2023 SASB Chemical Standards and their impact on Nouryon, while gaining insights into industry-specific sustainability reporting requirements.
  • Developed a comprehensive report analyzing the changes in the CDP questionnaire's environmental section between 2023 and 2024.
  • Conducted analysis to highlight recent additions to the climate change category of the survey.

Youth Action Circle

Purpose India
08.2023 - 12.2023
  • Engaged with the Youth Climate Action (YAC) programme spearheading game development and digital campaigns to revitalize the Meethi River in Mumbai

ESG Analyst

ESG Risk Assessment & Insights
Mumbai
04.2023 - 06.2023
  • Performed Quality Checks for ESG data across 45 companies in NIC sectors 46, 66, 68, and 73 to ensure accuracy.
  • Created customized ESG summary reports for clients.
  • Conducted quality evaluations adhering to GRI and BRSR ESG standards.

Education

Master of Science - Environment, Climate Change and Sustainability Studies

Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Mumbai
04-2024

Skills

  • Energy Modeling
  • GHG accounting
  • ESG due diligence based on the IFC, AIIB, and ADB frameworks
  • QGIS
  • MS Office

Projects

Dissertation, 'Exploring the potential of mainstreaming Nature-based Solutions (NbS) to foster Climate Mitigation and Adaptation measures in the city of Chennai. Composite Vulnerability Index, Developed a Composite Vulnerability Index for various regions in India. Composite Vulnerability Index Development, Developing Composite Vulnerability Index of different geographical regions of India using Iyengar and Sudarshan Method. Social Impact Assessment, Prepared a report on the Social Impact Assessment of e-rickshaw at Matheran.

Extra Curricular And Achievements

  • Runner-up, Cricket Tournament, Habitat Premier League, TISS Mumbai.
  • Runner-up, Badminton Tournament, TISS Mumbai.
  • Member of Habitat School Magazine Drafting Committee.

Positions Of Responsibility

  • Placement Representative, School of Habitat Studies, TISS Mumbai, 04/01/23, 04/30/24, Facilitating Student-Industry Engagement by coordinating between HRs and academic faculty., Career Counselling and Preparation by organising sessions with industry experts and alumni.
  • Alumni Coordinator, School of Habitat Studies, TISS Mumbai, 04/01/22, 04/30/23, Coordinated over 10 alumni-led discussions to provide our cohort with industry-focused insights on sustainability.

Timeline

Junior Research Analyst

S & P Global
07.2024 - Current

Global Sustainability Trainee

Nouryon Chemicals
01.2024 - 07.2024

Youth Action Circle

Purpose India
08.2023 - 12.2023

ESG Analyst

ESG Risk Assessment & Insights
04.2023 - 06.2023

Master of Science - Environment, Climate Change and Sustainability Studies

Tata Institute of Social Sciences
Arpit Shukla