Amresh Ray

Built and scaled the ESG & Sustainability function at group level for a fast-growing solar manufacturing company, aligning sustainability with Investor, Customer, Market and Regulatory expectations. Key Responsibilities & Achievements: 1) Established the ESG function from ground up at group level, defining governance, operating model, and cross-functional ownership across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and EHS. 2) Finalized 30+ group-level ESG policies and frameworks, covering environment, social, governance, supply chain responsibility, human rights, and risk management. 3) Published Saatvik’s first Sustainability Report, building end-to-end ESG data architecture, internal controls, and assurance-ready processes. 4) Formalized ESG data management systems across plants and functions, enabling consistent, auditable, and investor-grade ESG disclosures (incl. BRSR readiness). 5) Achieved IGBC Green Building Certification for manufacturing facility 6) Led Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and published Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) for N-TOPCon bifacial solar module—positioned among low-carbon solar modules globally, strengthening customer ESG positioning. 7) Completed ESIA and ESMP for Odisha greenfield project in line with IFC Performance Standards, supporting lender and investor due diligence. 8) Integrated ESG into supply chain, embedding sustainability criteria into supplier onboarding, assessments, and risk management processes. 9) Met ESG requirements of global investors and customers, supporting fundraising, customer qualification, and market access. 10) Designed and delivered/facilitated 12+ ESG training programs for Board members, senior leadership, middle management, and shop-floor workers—driving organization-wide ESG literacy. Working at the intersection of ESG, Finance, and Markets, translating sustainability into commercial advantage & brand differentiation.

Worked with leadership teams and promoters to design and deliver end-to-end ESG and decarbonization programs, helping organizations translate ESG ambition into finance-aligned, implementable strategies. Key Contributions & Impact: 1) Led ESG transformation and Net Zero programs for industries and MSMEs, covering strategy design, governance models, and execution roadmaps. 2) Designed SBTi-aligned decarbonization pathways, including baseline assessments, abatement levers, capex prioritization, and timelines. 3) Supported clients on ESG ratings and disclosures (CDP, EcoVadis, DJSI), strengthening investor perception and customer qualification. 4) Conducted climate risk assessments (physical and transition), translating risks into mitigation, adaptation, and business resilience actions. 5) Advised on CSR and impact strategies, aligning regulatory compliance with long-term value creation. 6) Acted as a trusted advisor to CXOs, sustainability heads, and finance teams, bridging ESG, commercial strategy, and regulatory expectations. 7) Contributed to business development and thought leadership, shaping ESG service offerings and supporting client acquisition.

Led and delivered finance-aligned ESG advisory and reporting programs for Indian and global clients across manufacturing, energy, and services, with a strong focus on governance, assurance readiness, and regulatory compliance. Key Contributions & Impact: 1) Led end-to-end ESG reporting and transformation engagements, including ESG strategy, materiality assessment, policy development, and implementation roadmaps. 2) Delivered investor-grade ESG disclosures aligned with global frameworks (GRI, TCFD, CDP, BRSR), supporting regulatory compliance and capital market expectations. 3) Supported ESG assurance and audit-readiness, designing data controls, documentation, and governance structures aligned with finance and risk teams. 4) Conducted climate risk assessments (physical and transition), translating climate risks into mitigation, adaptation, and resilience strategies. 5) Designed Net Zero / decarbonization and SBTi roadmaps, identifying abatement levers, timelines, and investment implications. 6) Advised clients on internal carbon pricing and carbon market participation, linking climate strategy with financial decision-making. 7) Led the organization’s journey towards ISO 14065 accreditation, strengthening credibility in GHG validation and verification services. 8) Supported clients on CBAM compliance and reporting, helping manufacturing exporters prepare for evolving EU regulatory requirements. 9) Acted as a bridge between business, finance, technical teams, and assurance providers, ensuring ESG initiatives were practical, credible, and scalable. 10) Contributed to business development, proposal responses, and client relationship management, supporting growth of ESG service lines

Worked at the intersection of law, policy, ESG, and sustainable finance, supporting clients in navigating complex regulatory landscapes and translating evolving ESG and decarbonization requirements into actionable business and investment strategies. Key Contributions & Impact: 1) Conducted policy and regulatory research across energy, environment, ESG, carbon markets, and sustainable finance to inform client strategy and risk management. 2) Supported clients on ESG reporting, decarbonization strategy, and policy development, aligning regulatory compliance with global ESG frameworks. 3) Translated legal and regulatory ESG requirements into implementable governance, disclosure, and compliance approaches for corporates and investors. 4) Prepared sectoral intelligence reports identifying regulatory risks, compliance pathways, and investment opportunities across energy and sustainability domains. 5) Advised on carbon markets and decarbonization mechanisms, supporting clients in understanding market design, compliance obligations, and emerging opportunities. 6) Engaged with internal and external stakeholders to identify collaboration and business development opportunities in ESG and sustainability advisory. 7) Supported RFP responses and credentials management, strengthening the firm’s positioning in ESG, energy, and sustainability mandates. 8) Acted as a knowledge bridge between legal, policy, and sustainability teams, enabling integrated solutions for complex ESG and regulatory challenges.

Worked at the intersection of industry, government, and multilateral institutions to design and deliver energy, climate, and ESG programs that translated policy intent into scalable, on-ground implementation for industries and MSMEs. Key Contributions & Impact: 1) Led and supported energy and climate policy–linked consulting engagements across ESG, energy efficiency, decarbonization, cooling, cold chains, and low-carbon technologies for Indian industry. 2) Worked closely with Government of India agencies (BEE), multilateral institutions (World Bank, GIZ, UNIDO, DEFRA-UK), and industry stakeholders to deliver nationally relevant sustainability programs. 3) Contributed to policy design and feasibility studies, including assessment of the Cold Chain sector for inclusion under the PAT Scheme, strengthening regulatory pathways for energy efficiency. 4) Supported deployment of ODS-free, energy-efficient technologies in fishery and cold-chain value chains across India and South Asia. 5) Worked on distributed renewable energy (DRE) integration in dairy value chains, developing market-driven business models and financing approaches for scale-up. 6) Contributed to state-level climate mitigation scenario assessments and identification of priority decarbonization actions across multiple sectors. 7) Supported development of energy efficiency and sustainability policies for hard-to-abate sectors such as steel and paper in multiple Indian states. 8) Worked on Net Zero and decarbonization roadmaps for industries and MSMEs, linking technology pathways with implementation feasibility. 9) Delivered GHG accounting and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) assignments, supporting data-driven sustainability decision-making. 10) Supported capacity building, training programs, and stakeholder consultations, strengthening industry readiness on ESG, climate action, and low-carbon transition

Worked at the national level on energy efficiency, decarbonization, and climate mitigation programs, supporting policy design, market development, and large-scale implementation across industries, MSMEs, buildings, and financial institutions. Key Contributions & Impact: 1) Supported design and implementation of national energy efficiency and decarbonization initiatives, translating policy objectives into executable programs for industries and MSMEs. 2) Played a key role in ESCO market development, enabling adoption of energy efficiency projects through risk mitigation, stakeholder engagement, and innovative financing mechanisms. 3) Worked extensively on the Partial Risk Guarantee Fund for Energy Efficiency (PRGFEE), facilitating financing of energy efficiency projects by reducing lender risk. 4) Facilitated Investment Grade Energy Audits (IGEA) for 90+ commercial and institutional buildings, enabling identification and implementation of bankable energy-saving measures. 5) Led and supported capacity-building programs for ESCOs, industries, and financial institutions on technical, financial, and contractual aspects of energy efficiency projects. 6) Contributed to India Cooling Action Plan–linked initiatives, including cold chain and cooling sector interventions for energy efficiency and climate mitigation. 7) Conducted policy research, stakeholder consultations, and impact assessments to inform energy efficiency regulations and program improvements. 8) Organized national and international stakeholder consultations, investment forums, and knowledge-exchange workshops with multilateral partners (World Bank, UNIDO, UNDP, IEA, GEF). 9) Supported development and dissemination of best practices, case studies, and emerging low-carbon technologies, accelerating market uptake. 10) Acted as a coordination bridge between government, industry, technology providers, ESCOs, and financial institutions, enabling ecosystem-wide adoption of energy efficiency solutions.

Worked on EPC and automation projects for cement manufacturing plants, supporting design, installation, commissioning, and performance optimization of electrical and control systems in heavy industrial environments. Key Contributions & Impact: 1) Supported design, installation, and commissioning of electrical and automation systems across 10+ cement plants, working closely with project, site, and commissioning teams. 2) Contributed to process automation and control system implementation, ensuring operational reliability, safety, and performance during plant commissioning. 3) Coordinated with mechanical, instrumentation, and civil teams to ensure seamless integration of electrical and automation packages. 4) Assisted in site execution, testing, and troubleshooting, resolving technical issues during commissioning and handover stages. 5) Supported compliance with industrial safety, quality, and operational standards at project sites. 6) Gained deep exposure to energy-intensive industrial processes, forming a strong technical foundation for later work in energy efficiency and decarbonization.

Worked on EPC delivery, automation, and commissioning of large-scale industrial refrigeration systems, supporting energy-intensive facilities across dairy, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, refineries, and cold-chain sectors. Key Contributions & Impact: 1) Led and supported design, installation, and commissioning of electrical and automation systems for 100+ industrial refrigeration plants across multiple sectors. 2) Commissioned screw, reciprocating, and centrifugal compressors, including ammonia-based refrigeration systems, ensuring safe and efficient plant operations. 3) Developed and implemented PLC and SCADA systems, delivering end-to-end control logic, monitoring, and operational optimization for refrigeration plants. 4) Supported plant commissioning and performance stabilization, resolving electrical, automation, and control-system challenges on site. 5) Prepared operation and maintenance (O&M) manuals and supported internal order reviews and customer technical discussions. 6) Delivered training programs for operators and plant managers on system operation, safety, and maintenance across 100+ industrial and MSME facilities. 7) Built strong grounding in energy-intensive systems, process efficiency, and industrial safety, forming the technical base for later work in energy efficiency, cooling, and decarbonization.