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I am Nishikant Gupta, a transformational ESG and sustainability leader with 10+ years of cross-sector experience spanning energy, finance, government, and NGOs. I am passionate about climate resilience, biodiversity, water security, and stakeholder engagement, turning policy into practical action. I enjoy building partnerships and communicating complex sustainability concepts in clear, action-oriented ways. I have a track record of shaping policy, securing multimillion-dollar funding, and delivering meaningful impact across global initiatives. Colleagues describe me as a strategic thinker with collaborative energy, who can translate ambitious goals into tangible results for communities and ecosystems.…I am Nishikant Gupta, a transformational ESG and sustainability leader with 10+ years of cross-sector experience spanning energy, finance, government, and NGOs. I am passionate about climate resilience, biodiversity, water security, and stakeholder engagement, turning policy into practical action. I enjoy building partnerships and communicating complex sustainability concepts in clear, action-oriented ways. I have a track record of shaping policy, securing multimillion-dollar funding, and delivering meaningful impact across global initiatives. Colleagues describe me as a strategic thinker with collaborative energy, who can translate ambitious goals into tangible results for communities and ecosystems.

Nishikant Gupta

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I am Nishikant Gupta, a transformational ESG and sustainability leader with 10+ years of cross-sector experience spanning energy, finance, government, and NGOs. I am passionate about climate resilience, biodiversity, water security, and stakeholder engagement, turning policy into practical action. I enjoy building partnerships and communicating complex sustainability concepts in clear, action-oriented ways. I have a track record of shaping policy, securing multimillion-dollar funding, and delivering meaningful impact across global initiatives. Colleagues describe me as a strategic thinker with collaborative energy, who can translate ambitious goals into tangible results for communities and ecosystems.…I am Nishikant Gupta, a transformational ESG and sustainability leader with 10+ years of cross-sector experience spanning energy, finance, government, and NGOs. I am passionate about climate resilience, biodiversity, water security, and stakeholder engagement, turning policy into practical action. I enjoy building partnerships and communicating complex sustainability concepts in clear, action-oriented ways. I have a track record of shaping policy, securing multimillion-dollar funding, and delivering meaningful impact across global initiatives. Colleagues describe me as a strategic thinker with collaborative energy, who can translate ambitious goals into tangible results for communities and ecosystems.

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I am Nishikant Gupta, a transformational ESG and sustainability leader with 10+ years of cross-sector experience spanning energy, finance, government, and NGOs. I am passionate about climate resilience, biodiversity, water security, and stakeholder engagement, turning policy into practical action. I enjoy building partnerships and communicating complex sustainability concepts in clear, action-oriented ways.

I have a track record of shaping policy, securing multimillion-dollar funding, and delivering meaningful impact across global initiatives. Colleagues describe me as a strategic thinker with collaborative energy, who can translate ambitious goals into tangible results for communities and ecosystems.

Skills

Experience Level

Expert

Expert

Expert

Intermediate

Intermediate

Intermediate

Language

English

Fluent

Hindi

Advanced

Marathi (Marāṭhī)

Advanced

Nepali

Advanced

Work Experience

Head of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) at Conrad Energy Limited

November 1, 2023 - Present

Architected corporate and product-level ESG strategies aligned with net zero goals; Led climate action planning for 80+ sites, driving emissions reduction and energy efficiency; Developed biodiversity net gain roadmaps for 10+ sites; Directed ESG reporting, regulatory compliance, and annual disclosures; Oversaw renewable energy installations and energy-efficient upgrades; Managed Community Fund projects delivering tangible environmental and social benefits; Spearheaded strategic ESG communications to engage stakeholders and inspire action.

Senior Consultant – Climate & Sustainability at Ernst & Young Global Limited

July 1, 2022 - October 31, 2023

Reviewed Scope 1–3 emissions methodologies and advised on net zero pathways; Delivered flagship net zero underwriting paper under the Sustainable Markets Initiative; Launched global biodiversity platform across EY’s client network; Led cross-sector business development and client engagement; Mentored youth from low-income backgrounds in career development.

ESG Consultant at Capco

September 1, 2021 - July 31, 2022

Assessed climate risks and ESG data gaps for financial clients; Conducted stakeholder interviews and benchmarking analyses; Authored white paper: “Achieving Net Zero Emissions: Delinking Challenges Across UK Financial Sectors”

Team Lead – Climate & Sustainability at International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development (ICIMOD)

May 1, 2016 - September 30, 2021

Directed regional climate programmes and international disaster task force; Coordinated 15+ global climate events, contributing to COP24 policy outcomes

Visiting Research Fellow at University of the West of England, Bristol

January 1, 2017 - Present

Contributed to International Water Security Network; Delivered lectures and workshops on global water challenges