Nidhi Pathak
Gurgaon
Summary
Postgraduate in Environmental Studies and Resource Management specializing in ESG frameworks, GHG accounting, and sustainability reporting. Conducted comprehensive emission analysis, developed ESG scorecards, and developed actionable decarbonization strategies. Experienced in leveraging sustainability data to inform decision-making, optimize performance, and uphold compliance requirements.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ESG Intern
Battery Smart
02.2025 - Current
- Conducted GHG inventorization Scope 1,2,3 for the BaaS business model using the GHG Protocol and ISO 14064, with decarbonization strategy recommendations.
- Supported preparation of the Annual Impact/ESG Report, ensuring accurate disclosures in line with GRI, BRSR, and IFC Performance Standards, and coordinated third-party assurance.
- Contributed to a supply chain risk assessment by identifying and prioritizing ESG risks in line with IFC PS and industry due diligence standards.
- Drafted an ESG Committee Charter and supported development of an ESG Management System (ESG-MS), embedding governance roles, responsibilities, and monitoring structures.
- Supported E&S Action Plan (ESAP) implementation as set by investors, ensuring compliance tracking and integration into organizational processes.
Project Intern
HCL Foundation
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Evaluated solid waste management (SWM) and composting initiatives under CSR programs in Noida, assessing effectiveness against MoEFCC Solid Waste Management Rules, 2016.
- Collected and analyzed stakeholder feedback to identify on-ground challenges and social impact, guided by SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities) and SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption & Production).
- Conducted data-driven assessment of program outcomes on waste reduction, environmental conservation, and social inclusion, referencing UNEP’s Circular Economy principles.
- Recommended improvements to CSR project design and execution for better alignment with community needs and long-term sustainability goals.
Education
M.Sc. - Environmental Studies and Resource Management
TERI School of Advanced Studies
New Delhi01-2025
B.Sc. (H) - Botany
University of Delhi
New Delhi01-2023
Skills
- ESG reporting (GRI, BRSR, IFC performance standards)
- GHG inventory analysis
- ESG-MS development
- Materiality assessment
- Stakeholder engagement
Tools
- MS Excel (GHG calculations, data analysis)
- MS PowerPoint (ESG report drafting, board presentations)
- MS Word (Policy, charters, compliance documentation)
Certification
- Introduction to Sustainable Finance
- Climate Change International Legal Regime
- UNEP Green Bonds training
Languages
- English, Full professional fluency
- Hindi, Native/Bilingual
Timeline
ESG Intern
Battery Smart
02.2025 - Current
Project Intern
HCL Foundation
06.2024 - 08.2024
M.Sc. - Environmental Studies and Resource Management
TERI School of Advanced Studies
B.Sc. (H) - Botany
University of Delhi