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KRISHNA VARDHAN DONKA

Visakhapatnam

Summary

ESG Research Specialist with experience in sustainability reporting, data analysis, and corporate benchmarking across multiple sectors. Skilled in ESG frameworks (GRI, CSRD, SASB, TCFD, CDP) and financial analysis, with expertise in Power BI, SQL, and Excel. Adept at extracting actionable insights from complex datasets, ensuring data integrity, and mentoring teams. Currently enhancing technical expertise through Data Science learning to integrate advanced analytics into sustainability and financial research.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Research Specialist - ESG

S&P Global
01.2024 - Current
  • Led research and analysis of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors across multiple sectors—including Materials, Energy, Utilities, Real Estate, Industrials, Information Technology, Communications, Financials, Consumer Discretionary, and Consumer Staples—using both quantitative and qualitative methods.
  • Oversaw the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (DJSI-CSA), conducting annual reviews of corporate sustainability practices.
  • Analyzed sustainability reports, annual filings, SEC submissions, and financial disclosures to validate ESG-related data and corporate commitments.
  • Supported organizations in implementing sustainability measures through the CSRD framework, driving improvements in governance, and environmental/social performance.
  • Conducted gap analyses to identify discrepancies between companies’ ESG practices and industry standards, assisting the Benchmarking Team with actionable insights.
  • Provided training and mentorship to junior analysts, enhancing their expertise in ESG research, reporting, and sustainability frameworks.
  • Delivered high-quality assurance checks prior to publication, ensuring the accuracy and reliability of ESG data.
  • Applied proficiency in leading sustainability frameworks, including GRI Standards, CSRD, BRSR, GHG Protocol, SASB, CDP, TCFD, and SDGs.
  • Performed in-depth ESG data analysis, producing insights that strengthened the accuracy and credibility of sustainability evaluations.
  • Designed a GenAI prompt to automate the extraction of key ESG indicators from company datasets across multiple sectors.

Junior Research Analyst - ESG

S&P Global
01.2022 - 01.2024
  • Collected and analyzed ESG data across multiple sectors to inform strategic decisions.
  • Conducted preliminary data assessments and collaborated on preparation of client reports.
  • Supported implementation of sustainable practices to ensure compliance with ESG regulations.

Education

MBA - Financial Management

Andhra University
Visakhapatnam
01.2022

BBA - Finance and Marketing

Gayatri Vidya Parishad (Autonomous)
Visakhapatnam
01.2019

High School Diploma -

Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 2
Visakhapatnam
01.2014

Skills

  • Financial modelling
  • ESG analysis and frameworks
  • SQL proficiency
  • Power BI expertise
  • Financial markets knowledge
  • Sustainability reporting

Certification

  • National Institute of Securities Markets (NISM): Certified in equity derivatives, mutual fund distribution, VA, and research analysis
  • Skilled in using Capital IQ and Capital IQ Pro datasets and tools

Additional Information

Took a gap year in 2019 to prepare for the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) examination.

Led community outreach initiatives in partnership with NGOs, focusing on environmental conservation, education, and social welfare through S&P Core and Green Team India.

Actively contributed to corporate social responsibility (CSR) and environmental initiatives as part of S&P’s internal green team.

Currently pursuing Data Science to strengthen analytical and technical expertise, with focus on statistical analysis, Python, and machine learning applications.

Extracurricular Activities

Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Partnership Summit (AP Sunrise): Senior Volunteer. Young Indians (YI-YUVA): Senior Volunteer.

Languages

Telugu
First Language
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2

Timeline

Research Specialist - ESG

S&P Global
01.2024 - Current

Junior Research Analyst - ESG

S&P Global
01.2022 - 01.2024

MBA - Financial Management

Andhra University

BBA - Finance and Marketing

Gayatri Vidya Parishad (Autonomous)

High School Diploma -

Kendriya Vidyalaya No. 2

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