Tanushree Bhargava
ESG EHS and Sustainability SME
Pune
Summary
- 20 + years of professional experience, which comprises of various Technical skills like – Strategic Innovations for Waste Minimization & optimum resource utilization, Engineering, Renewable Energy, Green Building practices, Environmental Impact Assessment various activities, Hazardous Waste Management; Health – Safety & Environment, Certified in ISO 45001, ISO 9001 & ISO 14001.
- Strong understanding of global sustainability frameworks, disclosure practices, SDG Goals, decarbonization approaches & evolving trends in domain of sustainability & climate risk value chain (i.e., materiality assessment, gap analysis, environmental efficiency programs, risk identification & mgmt, procurement and supply chain, internal reporting)
- Well-versed with global trends in sustainability – emerging industry practices, regulatory requirements on integration and disclosures etc.
- University Post-Graduation Master’s degree in Environmental Engineering with a focus on technology, engineering, mathematics, ecology, and sustainability
- GRI Reporting Standards – Certified Training Professional GRI Academy (ESG Reporting)
- ISO 45001 – OH&MS certified internal auditor
- ISO 9001 & 14001 certified Internal auditor QMS
- NEBOSH IGC [Occupational safety and health], British council accredited certificate
- IOSH – Institution of Occupational health & safety, British Council accredited certificate
- Currently pursuing – Advanced Certification in Data Science and Artificial Intelligence jointly offered by CODE IIT Madras
Overview
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
Head of ESG and Sustainability
EFC Limited
01.2025 - Current
- ESG Strategy Development: Develop and refine the Company’s ESG strategy, aligning with it’s mission, values, and stakeholder expectations. Identify opportunities to leverage technology and innovation for sustainable solutions
- Supplier Expectations and Compliance: Evolve our Supplier Code of Conduct, monitor compliance and address any deviations through a consequence model. Establishing EPD for products.
- ESG Risk Management: Identify ESG-related risks and opportunities within our supply chain, operations, and product lifecycle. Develop strategies to mitigate risks and enhance resilience
- Performance Monitoring and Measurement: Define key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the Company's progress towards ESG goals. Utilize data analytics to identify trends, opportunities, and areas for improvement
- Regulatory Compliance: Due Diligence involving ESG, EHS regulations, standards, and reporting requirements.
- ESG Reporting and Disclosure: Lead the preparation and publication of comprehensive ESG reports, ensuring transparency, accuracy, and compliance with relevant standards and frameworks (e.g., GRI, SASB)
- Internal Collaboration: Collaborate with teams across the Company to integrate ESG considerations into business processes and decision-marking.
Regional Lead - ESG and Sustainability
CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd
05.2017 - 12.2024
- Company Overview: Project Management, Pune
- Keeping track of ESG trends with respect to Innovations, research
- Strategizing and planning for the Sustainability consultancy development, promotion and expansion
- GRESB Reporting - ESG Report and Ratings for diff Assets and construction projects
- Developing ESG Roadmap, Materiality Assessment and survey for the clients
- Energy Audits
- Carbon Neutrality and Net Zero
- Life Cycle Assessments
- Green House Emissions reduction strategy
- Green Building Certifications and WELL Certification
- National level Audit Mandate Program, Verifications and Program for Quality & OHSE Management Governance Program
- Third party/Vendor prequalification Process Compliances & verifications as per Management system requirements
- Composing, processing, & creating Manuals, Checklists, SOP needed for certification of Integrated Management System - ISO 9001, 14001, 45001
- Processes to online platform for generating Dashboards for Management Information w.r.t set Processes and Compliances in various Regions and Verticals
- Handling a team of more than 13 people across various regions on National level.
Lead Trainer
Avishkaar Box/ Building Blocks learning Solutions
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Company Overview: Pune
- Responsible for Administration, conducting training & Basic understanding of Working of Robotics & Mechanics to students of School at different schools in Pune
- Pune
Environmental Manager
Building Enviro India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - 01.2015
- Company Overview: (Andheri Mumbai, Aundh Pune) Management Consulting work
- Functional Area Expert (Solid waste/Hazardous Waste) under NABL for various categories of Environmental Impact Assessment Studies
- Health - Safety & Environment related impact analysis for various projects
- Developing tailored solutions as technical experts to ensure and effectively support clients in achieving their Sustainability objectives
- (Andheri Mumbai, Aundh Pune) Management Consulting work
Engagement Manager
Eco - Solutions
01.2013 - 01.2014
- Company Overview: Pune
- Building performance Analysis - Working on various projects for Eco-Housing rating system, GRIHA & IGBC
- Renewable Energy Assessment
- Sustainability roadmap & Vendor Evaluation - Delivering and overseeing other initiatives associated with Green building sustainability programs, (involving Waste management, Water Management, Wastewater/Grey water Management as green clauses technical due diligence)
- Coordinating effectively with the client to secure funding and approvals for projects, and liaise with project managers, designers and consultants to ensure works are delivered to a high standard and validate the anticipated savings
- Pune
Project Leader
Oasis Environmental Foundation
01.2005 - 01.2012
- Company Overview: Pune
- Conducting EIA for various sectors (Construction, Mining & Industrial), representing projects to Committee, collaborating with various stakeholders
- Provided guidance on ways to enhance and expand service delivery to the client, including leveraging supply chain partners, internal collaborations and the broader Energy and Sustainability Services team, to ensure that the client is well placed for long-term growth and success in the energy and sustainability area along with obtaining Environmental Clearance at MOEF and State Board level
- Developed & implemented Sustainability Management Plan (SMP), including legal compliance, risk management, internal reporting of energy efficiency, water use, waste and recycling and sustainable procurement as requisite by MoEF for environment for various buildings with diff end usage
- Develop SOPs/Strategies for integration of sustainability measures on-site
- For example, Sustainable design strategies for Architects; Sustainable Construction Strategies
- Ensuring that all activities under various Industrial sites are under operational control and are conducted and operated in accordance with relevant environmental legislation and/or guidelines
- Additionally, to periodically monitor risks that may be outside of operational control to ensure that environmental risks are under adequate control
- Environmental Laboratory work, wherein assessment & monitoring work for various industries in & around Pune were conducted
- Pune
Environmental Manager
dE Tox Corporation
01.2004 - 12.2004
- Company Overview: (Surat, Gujarat)
- Feasibility assessment of projects for various industries located in Guj - Surat, Gandhidham, Kandla SEZ, and Ahmedabad for Environment compliances, Health and safety
- Development of Report and preparation of report content; collation, management, and analysis of data
- Proactively identified customer needs throughout tenure of delivering sustainability solutions for clients in various segments
- Project lead for Kandla SEZ project to determine quality & quantity of Waste generation and the facilities needed inside as per work assigned by Government of India Customs Office
- Promoting Waste Minimization & optimum utilization of Resources to assist Sustainability program
- (Surat, Gujarat)
Project Engineer
Save-En-Alliance
01.2001 - 01.2002
- Company Overview: Ahmedabad, Gujarat
- Work in the Climate Change domain to respond to current and emerging opportunities, trends, and ideas within the Climate Change sector and in field of sustainable development
- Worked on various projects of Cleaner Production, Waste minimization, Energy Audit and Optimization of Resource Utilization in sectors like: - Chemical, textile, ceramic, Food Oil processing, Fish Processing units
- Demonstrated technical knowledge & worked in R&D to execute Sustainability programs in various sectors
- Involved in problem solving and recommending feasible solutions to counter waste minimization, reuse of resources and Analytical Skills on issues related to energy efficiency
- Energy Auditing
- Ahmedabad, Gujarat
Education
Masters of Engineering And Management - Environmental Engineering
LD College of Engineering
Ahmedabad, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Deep Understanding of sustainability concepts & Environmental/Social issues - Circular economy, sustainable products, renewable energy, LCA, MFCA
Familiarity with ESG Frameworks and Standards (GRI, TCFD, SASB), ISO 14001, GHG Protocol and Accounting
Project Management
Stakeholder management - Strong Organizational and communication skills collaborating with internal/external stakeholders
Proficiency in Data Analysis and Modelling
Deep Understanding of financial implications of sustainability initiatives
Timeline
Head of ESG and Sustainability
EFC Limited
01.2025 - Current
Regional Lead - ESG and Sustainability
CBRE South Asia Pvt. Ltd
05.2017 - 12.2024
Lead Trainer
Avishkaar Box/ Building Blocks learning Solutions
01.2016 - 01.2017
Environmental Manager
Building Enviro India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2014 - 01.2015
Engagement Manager
Eco - Solutions
01.2013 - 01.2014
Project Leader
Oasis Environmental Foundation
01.2005 - 01.2012
Environmental Manager
dE Tox Corporation
01.2004 - 12.2004
Masters of Engineering And Management - Environmental Engineering
LD College of Engineering
04.2001 -
Project Engineer
Save-En-Alliance
01.2001 - 01.2002
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