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⭐ ISO 14064 Lead Verifier | ESG Auditor & Carbon Market Specialist | Ecovadis expert
⭐ Complimentary 15-minute consulting call for new clients
I am a sustainability and ESG professional with 6+ years of hands-on experience in ESG auditing, sustainability reporting, GHG accounting, and carbon credit project evaluation, supporting organizations across manufacturing, pharma, IT, infrastructure, and natural resource sectors.
I work with clients who need credible, audit-ready, and regulator-aligned ESG outcomes—not just narratives. If your project requires technical rigor, defensible calculations, and assurance-focused thinking, we’re likely a strong fit.
🌿 I support clients with:
🔍 Audit-ready ESG & sustainability reporting aligned with GRI, BRSR, CDP, and SDGs, designed for investors, lenders, and EcoVadis ratings
🌍 GHG accounting & verification (Scope 1–3) with ISO 14064-aligned assurance, supporting Net Zero and carbon neutrality commitments
♻️ Carbon credit project evaluation including pre-feasibility, additionality, and risk assessment under Verra, CDM, Gold Standard, and other major registries
⚖️ Regulatory and supply-chain ESG compliance, strengthening credibility for green finance and sustainability-linked instruments
🛠️ Practical ESG systems & training, delivering audit-ready data, streamlined workflows, and embedded ESG management practices
📝 Frameworks & Standards I work with:
📌 GRI Standards
📌 BRSR (India)
📌 CDP (Climate, Water, Forests)
📌 GHG Protocol
📌 ISO 14064 (GHG Accounting & Verification)
📌 UN SDGs
📌 Voluntary Carbon Market standards (VCS)
🎓 Technical & Academic Foundation
My background is strongly data-driven and field-tested, enabling me to work comfortably with complex datasets, assumptions, and methodologies:
🎓 M.Sc. Forestry – Forest Research Institute, Dehradun
🎓 B.Sc. Forestry
🎓 ISO 14064 Lead Verifier (GHG Accounting & Verification)
🎓 UGC-NET (Environmental Science) – Qualified twice
🎓 GATE (Ecology & Evolution) – AIR (All India Rank) 89
🎓 Extensive field experience in biomass estimation, carbon estimation, and forest monitoring
This foundation allows me to critically assess ESG data, carbon claims, and sustainability disclosures—the same way an auditor, verifier, or regulator would.
🤝 Why Work With Me?
✔ Assurance-first mindset – I think like a verifier, not just a consultant
✔ Carbon market expertise – Deep understanding of offset quality and risk
✔ Audit-ready outputs – Defensible, transparent, and regulator-aligned
✔ Practical ESG solutions – Focused on implementation, not theory
✔ Trusted by clients – Top Rated Talent with 100% Job Success
I help organizations strengthen ESG credibility, manage climate and regulatory risk, and make sustainability claims they can stand behind with confidence.
I offer a free 15-minute consultation to new clients to ensure alignment before starting.
Looking forward to supporting your sustainability and ESG journey.
Kind regards,
Deepak
Climate Science
Management Consulting
Sustainability
Report Writing
Project Management
AKHILESH V.
Chennai, India
$15/hr
5.0
21 jobs
I am an Environmental Scientist (PhD) with multidisciplinary expertise across carbon certification, environmental evaluations, coastal & ocean ecosystem studies, sustainability reporting, and blue economy planning. I help governments, companies, impact investors, and development organisations translate complex environmental challenges into practical, profitable, and climate-resilient solutions.
My work spans Australia, Norway, and Asia, covering clean energy access, water purification, mangrove restoration, aquaculture systems, reef recovery, and coastal zone development. I deliver decision-ready reports, methodologies, and environmental assessment reports.
🌍 Environmental & Sustainability Expertise
Environmental evaluations & climate risk assessments
Sustainability and ESG report preparation
Life-cycle aligned environmental assessment
🌱 Carbon Projects (VCS, Gold Standard)
Support for feasibility, validation, monitoring & verification
MRV design and audit-ready documentation
PDD and Monitoring Report preparation
Technical review, safeguards, and investor-facing reporting
🌊 Coastal, Marine & Blue Economy Studies
Mangrove, seagrass & wetland ecosystem assessments
Reef restoration feasibility & cooling/upwelling studies
Aquaculture–ecosystem interaction analysis
Desalination plant environmental impact evaluations
Marine spatial planning (MSP) & zoning support
Blue economy strategy, policy alignment & ecosystem service planning
📊 Ecosystem Accounting & SEEA Framework
SEEA ecosystem accounts (carbon, condition, services)
Climate Science
Environmental Science
Scientific Research
Scientific & Technical Services
Scientific Writing
Marine Biology
Sustainability
Quality, Health, Safety & Environment Management
Risk Assessment
Research Proposals
Research Paper Writing
Research Protocols
Data Analysis
Environment & Green Technology
Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance
Swathi G.
Bengaluru, India
$40/hr
4.9
36 jobs
I am a sustainability consultant and carbon strategist with 6+ years of experience supporting organizations on climate strategy, carbon accounting, and life cycle-based decision-making. My background is in environmental science, and my work focuses on helping companies and climate-focused teams build transparent, defensible sustainability and carbon data aligned with recognised standards and real-world use cases.
-----> MY EXPERIENCE
I specialize in carbon accounting and Life Cycle Assessment, supporting organizations with Scope 1 - 3 GHG inventories, product-level carbon footprints, and audit-ready climate analysis. My recent work includes developing carbon-credit and MRV frameworks (with a focus on biochar-based carbon removal projects), conducting LCAs and Product Carbon Footprints across energy, materials, and industrial systems, and supporting CBAM-related emissions analysis through emission-factor mapping and exporter-side datasets. Across projects, I focus on producing technically sound, defensible outputs that can withstand review, verification, and compliance scrutiny.
-----> MY APPROACH
I take a methodical and practical approach to sustainability and carbon work, starting with clarity on the purpose of the analysis and the standards it must align with. I identify data gaps early, apply conservative and defensible assumptions where needed, and document decisions clearly to ensure transparency. I work collaboratively with clients and aim to deliver outputs that are technically robust, easy to review, and suitable for audit, compliance, or strategic decision-making.
-----> MY SERVICES
My work typically includes carbon accounting and Scope 1–3 GHG inventories, LCA and PCF, carbon-credit and MRV framework development, CBAM-related emissions analysis, identification of environmental and CO₂ hotspots, and support for environmental product declarations, sustainability reporting. I’m comfortable working with both detailed datasets and real-world data constraints.
-----> MY VALUE
Clients work with me when accuracy, transparency, and methodological alignment matter. My value lies in combining technical depth with sound judgment, flagging weak assumptions early, explaining trade-offs clearly, and building sustainability and carbon outputs that can be confidently used for compliance, verification, internal strategy, or external reporting. I see my role as a long-term technical partner rather than a transactional service provider.
-----> WORKING TOGETHER
If you’re looking to strengthen your sustainability or carbon strategy, develop credible carbon and LCA data, support compliance initiatives such as CBAM, or evaluate climate and decarbonization projects, I’d be happy to discuss how I can help.
Microsoft Office
Python
R
Sustainability
Sustainable Energy
Sustainable Product
ISO 14001
Data Analysis
Data Management
Project Management
Presentations
Environmental Science
Environmental Analysis Software
Poulomi C.
Patna, India
$50/hr
5.0
2 jobs
Environment & Climate Scientist | Biodiversity & Sustainability Researcher | Climate Education Specialist | Environmental Writer & Analyst
I am a climate and environmental scientist with a PhD in Environmental Sciences and 15+ years of experience across climate resilience research, meteorology, biodiversity education, sustainable agriculture, pollution analytics, environmental modeling, and science communication. My work bridges deep scientific expertise with accessible, high-quality educational and public-facing content.
I currently serve as a Climate and Biodiversity Research Advisor at Biodiversity for a Livable Climate (Bio4Climate), Cambridge, MA, remotely where I support ecosystem-restoration–focused research, climate communication, curriculum development, and program design.
In addition, I have held academic and teaching positions including Assistant Professor (Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry) and STEM Educator (Biology & Geography), and Executive Co-ordination Team Member of South Asian Meteorological Association, giving me extensive experience in curriculum development, lesson design, and creating learning materials for students from middle school to graduate level.
A. What I Offer -
1. Research & Analysis
2. Climate science research synthesis
3. Biodiversity, ecosystem restoration, and environmental impact analysis
4. Literature reviews, technical reports, policy briefs, and white papers
5. Climate communication materials using evidence-based frameworks
B. Education & Curriculum Design
1. K–12 and higher-education climate literacy modules
2. Environmental science, geography, meteorology & sustainability curriculum
3. STEM activities, eco-friendly science projects, Olympiad-style content
4. Workshops, learning toolkits, and community education materials
5. Applied Climate & AI Expertise
6. AI-for-climate frameworks (early warning systems, adaptation strategies)
7. Integration of Indigenous Knowledge in climate adaptation
8. Extreme weather analysis, WRF modeling interpretation, heatwave assessments
9. Science Writing & Communication
10. Public-facing climate content
11. Blogs, scripts, outreach materials, teaching resources
12. Grant writing and proposal development
13. Website Building - Using Carrd, Google Sites, Wordpress
14. CRM - Bloomerang
C. Professional Experience
Climate & Biodiversity Research Advisor (Volunteer)
Biodiversity for a Livable Climate (Bio4Climate), Cambridge MA | 2025–Present
Assistant Professor – Soil Science & Agriculture Chemistry
RAK College of Agriculture, RVSKVV University, India | 2021
STEM Educator (Biology & Geography, Grades 6–10)
Christ Church High School, India | 2024
Founder & Director
Global Climate Association | 2022–Present
Chair, NSDC Organizational Chapter
Global Climate Association | 2023–Present
Director of Education & Sustainability
Planet Alba, India | 2023–Present
Webmaster & Executive Coordination Team Member
South Asian Meteorological Association (SAMA) | 2023–Present
International Judge – Climate Innovation Challenge (CAVU)
2023–Present
Judge – Earth & Environmental Sciences Category
Massachusetts Region V Science & Engineering Fair | 2025
D. Research Areas & Scholarly Contributions
My publications span topics such as:
Land–atmosphere interactions
Heatwaves and climate impacts on developing regions
Thunderstorm and extreme weather analysis
Phytoremediation & pollution remediation
Climate education innovation
AI + Indigenous Knowledge for hurricane resilience
Sustainable agriculture and climate-smart irrigation practices
Published with Elsevier, Springer, CRC Press, and multiple peer-reviewed journals.
E. Why Clients Choose to Work With Me
I combine scientific depth, clear communication, and education expertise, making me effective at transforming complex climate and environmental science into practical, engaging, and impactful outputs. I support NGOs, research groups, educators, and climate-focused organizations that need reliable, research-informed deliverables.
Climate Science
Science
Curriculum Design
Environmental Science
Sustainability
Report Writing
Data Analysis
Content Writing
Academic Writing
AI Data Analytics
AI Content Editing
AI Agent Development
AI Content Creation
GIS
Remote Sensing
Vertika U.
Mumbai, India
$19/hr
5.0
3 jobs
Sustainability professional with hands-on experience supporting businesses in aligning with ESG frameworks such as CSRD, VSME, and the GHG Protocol. Skilled in ESG reporting, Scope 3 carbon accounting and sustainability data analysis using Excel and Power BI. Experienced in working with startups and SMEs to develop compliance-ready sustainability reports, conduct ESG gap analyses, and convert financial data into actionable emissions insights. Certified in CSRD, ESG Reporting, LCA, and the EU Taxonomy. Known for clear communication, problem-solving, and building strong client relationships, delivering every project with precision, clarity, and meaningful impact.
Sustainability
Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance
Google Sheets
Management Consulting
Environment
Report
Data Analysis Consultation
Horizon Europe
Analytical Presentation
Priyanka G.
Bengaluru, India
$25/hr
5.0
1 jobs
I am an ESG enthusiast with 3 years of experience in research, consultancy, and strategy implementation. I possess a deep understanding of global ESG standards, frameworks, and regulations, enabling me to provide strategic guidance to organizations. My hands-on experience in implementing ESG strategies, particularly within financial institutions, includes setting key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure progress. Additionally, I have experience in conducting materiality assessments, peer benchmarking, and developing standard operating procedures (SOPs) to streamline ESG processes.
I am proficient in utilizing data visualization tools like Excel and Power BI to process and present complex ESG data in a clear and concise manner, facilitating informed decision-making for stakeholders.
Climate Science
Environmental, Social & Corporate Governance
Data Analysis
Data Mining
Sustainability
Environment
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