Ishwari Latey

Worked on two internationally funded projects on sustainability.

Accelerating Clean and Equitable Manufacturing (ACE) Project by MacArthur Foundation

• Managed "Accelerating Clean and Equitable Manufacturing (ACE) Project" in collaboration with MacArthur Foundation, driving transformative change in pan-India textile, chemical, and automotive manufacturing industrial clusters. Spearheaded efforts to achieve equitable decarbonization, foster just-transition practices, and promote gender equity.
• Successfully facilitated promotion of 70 innovative clean-tech startups, catalyzing their integration into Indian manufacturing industries and attracting climate investors.
• Conducted a comprehensive, independent analysis of electric vehicle (EV) landscape in India, generating valuable insights to advance sustainable automobile industry and identify green skilling gaps for sustainable manufacturing practices.
• Played key role in advocating for gender equity by contributing to proposal of groundbreaking gender equity label from India. The proposal was officially announced during a side event at the UNHRC 2023 in Switzerland.
• Demonstrated leadership by organizing and hosting highly acclaimed 5-part webinar series, focused on driving decarbonization agenda within automotive sector. Engaged diverse stakeholders and fostered knowledge exchange on sustainable practices.
• Effectively managed and mentored team of 2 interns, overseeing delivery of comprehensive cleantech directory featuring 70 startups. The directory served as a vital resource for promoting and propagating clean manufacturing practices.

Clean Air Accelerator Project by USAID

• Led a million-dollar USAID project implementing India's National Clean Air Action plan, collaborating with industrial clusters and government stakeholders.
• Facilitated liaison with 4 government organizations to conduct capacity building for over 500 institutional workers on waste management and effective air pollution mitigation strategies.
• Accelerated clean air technologies, resulting in the creation of 10 knowledge documents and providing capacity building support for 100 fossil fuel-based industries and over 500 stakeholders
• Single-handedly created a dynamic air monitoring guiding framework for 4 government jurisdictions and air pollution communication strategy for Maharashtra state, impacting 1 million plus residents.
• Successfully completed the project single-handedly after the entire team departed, showcasing exceptional dedication, adaptability, and leadership.
• Leveraged the support of two interns, effectively managing and guiding them to ensure project continuity and success.
• Received recognition for outstanding performance and contributions, leading to a well-deserved raise in recognition of the significant accomplishments achieved

• Spearheaded the creation of over 100+ green jobs and green skilling opportunities in alignment with the National Green Skill Council, specifically in the biodiversity, water, and ecological restoration sectors for Maharashtra.
• Developed innovative and sustainable livelihood concepts through extensive primary and secondary research, identifying opportunities for climate change adaptation and resilience in the forestry, water, and ecological restoration sectors.
• Successfully coordinated and crafted CSR proposals for development projects in rural and urban Maharashtra, showcasing exceptional communication skills and managing relationships with external stakeholders to secure funding.
• Designed and executed a nature-based solutions bioremediation plan for household wastewater treatment in BhimaShankar, Pune, benefiting 400 tribal homes and exemplifying commitment to environmental sustainability and community welfare.