Neha Yadav
Senior Consultant
Ahmedabad
Summary
Driven Senior Consultant with 6+ years' experience in the sustainability field. Adept in collaborative problem solving, risk management and creative solutions. Passionate about bringing changes in businesses. Proficient in conducting primary and secondary research. Have been invited as speaker at various public platforms like CIPET, ASCI.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
2
2
Languages
Work History
Senior Consultant
Ernst & Young Associates LLP
Ahmedabad
04.2023 - Current
- Led the development and implementation of ESG strategies for various clients, aligning with global frameworks.
- Conducted comprehensive GHG inventories (Scope 1, 2 & 3) in line with the GHG Protocol, supporting clients’ decarbonization pathways.
- Helped client in developing their BRSR (Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reports) in compliance with SEBI requirements.
- Managed ESG-related disclosures and ratings such as DJSI, CDP Climate & Water, and EcoVadis, enhancing clients’ sustainability performance and external benchmarking.
- Drafted and designed annual ESG/Sustainability Reports, ensuring data accuracy, narrative alignment, and design quality.
- Delivered advisory on waste management projects, incorporating zero-waste strategies, EPR compliance, and material flow analysis.
- Delivered water stewardship and neutrality projects, including water audits, water risk assessments, and basin-level interventions.
- Conducted assurance and validation of water potential generation through rainwater harvesting, wastewater recycling, and recharge interventions to support neutrality.
- Mentored junior consultants, helping them enhance their skills and contribute more effectively to projects.
- Prioritized projects and project tasks depending upon key milestones and deadline dates.
- Troubleshot issues by understanding issue, diagnosing root cause and coming up with effective solutions.
- Collaborated with internal teams to develop customized solutions that addressed unique client needs.
- Facilitated stakeholder meetings to discuss progress towards organizational sustainability objectives while addressing concerns or challenges encountered along the way.
- Provided thought leadership on emerging trends in sustainable practices, keeping the company at the forefront of industry advancements.
Sr. Manager - Advisory
Nepra Environmental Solutions Pvt Ltd
Ahmedabad
06.2019 - 04.2023
- Headed the team for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) projects for multiple Producer, Importer, and Brand Owners (PIBOs).
- Managed complex multi-stakeholder relationships to ensure seamless communication and high-quality service delivery aligned with industry standards.
- Supported clients in achieving EPR compliance and fulfilling regulatory obligations.
- Assisted PIBOs in launching waste management initiatives and implementing sustainable packaging designs.
- Coordinated EPR registration applications and returns filing for PIBOs.
- Advised PIBOs in responding to legal notices from CPCB and SPCBs regarding non-compliance and enforcement actions.
- Served as an Internal Auditor for ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and ISO 45001 (Occupational Health & Safety) systems.
- Conducted awareness and training sessions on EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) for facility workers and waste picker communities.
- Delivered compliance training to stakeholders across the waste management sector.
- Contributed to the planning and execution of circular economy projects, including resource efficiency and waste valorization.
- Joined the ESG advisory team to lead initiatives on sustainability reporting.
- Led development of custom software tools for EPR credit tracking and ESG reporting workflows.
- Oversaw waste assessment studies for industrial clients to develop action plans for sustainable and compliant in-house waste management.
EHS Executive
Panama International Institute for Sustainability and Skill Development LLP
Pune
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Implementation of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001: Environmental, Health & Safety Management System in various manufacturing industries.
- Inspection, Monitoring, Consultation and Communication with coordinators, section engineers and supervisors regarding health and safety matters for continuous improvement.
- Provide training to client employees on ISO 14001:2015 & ISO 45001:2018 awareness & implementation, and reduction/elimination of injuries at the workplace.
- Conduct Sustainability and Skill Development related trainings with Maharashtra Centre for Entrepreneurship Development.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop integrated EHS solutions that improved overall organizational performance.
- Facilitated strong employee engagement by providing accessible resources such as training materials and guidance documents related to EHS best practices.
EHS Executive
Panama Foundation
Pune
06.2018 - 05.2019
- Company Overview: CSR Activities
- Strategically planned and executed programs of the Panama Foundation's core areas of development - Environment (solar, water and sanitation) Livelihoods, Education and Community Action.
- Stakeholder management by constantly coordinating with Service providers, government bodies and community for successful implementation of the project.
- CSR Activities
Intern
Five Elements Environment Ventures Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai
05.2017 - 07.2017
- Worked on a report on Waste Management Scenario in India which was published in the refresher program of IHE DELFT and UNESCO's 'Managing Solid Waste with Emphasis on Solid Household Organics'.
- Comparative analysis of quality of compost generated through different composting techniques.
Education
Master of Science - Environment Science
Bharati Vidyapeeth Institute of Environment Education And Research
Pune 07.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Physics (Hons.)
Miranda House
DelhiSkills
BRSR and ESG Data Reporting
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reporting
Environmental Policy Analysis
Water Neutrality Strategies
Water Risk Assessment
Waste Management
Power BI
Project Management
Teamwork Mindset
Performance Benchmarking
Environmental Data Analysis
Public Speaking
Technical And Field Skills
- IT skills: MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel), Power BI
- Understanding of basic techniques in GIS and GPS
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Work Type
Full TimeLocation Preference
RemoteHybridImportant To Me
Career advancementWork-life balanceCompany CultureHealthcare benefitsPersonal development programsWork from home optionPaid time offPaid sick leaveLanguages
English
Hindi
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Ernst & Young Associates LLP
04.2023 - Current
Sr. Manager - Advisory
Nepra Environmental Solutions Pvt Ltd
06.2019 - 04.2023
EHS Executive
Panama International Institute for Sustainability and Skill Development LLP
06.2018 - 05.2019
EHS Executive
Panama Foundation
06.2018 - 05.2019
Intern
Five Elements Environment Ventures Pvt. Ltd.
05.2017 - 07.2017
Master of Science - Environment Science
Bharati Vidyapeeth Institute of Environment Education And Research
07.2016 - 05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Physics (Hons.)
Miranda House