Akshay Pandirkar
Associate Consultant (Sustainability & Biodiversity) @Tata Consultancy Services
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WORK HISTORY
Associate Consultant (Sustainability & Biodiversity) @Tata Consultancy Services
Mumbai, IN
Successfully published a corporate level Nature & Biodiversity Policy- Managing Biodiversity at corporate level- Prepared Biodiversity framework based on IFC PS6, Tata Sustainability Group guidelines and other best practices- Developed and Integrating Biodiversity Management System- Conducting DIRO using various tools i.e. ENCORE, WWF RISK FILTER, IBAT etc- Location level biodiversity assessment and surveys- Preparing for TNFD- Stakeholder engagement for Biodiversity framework- Planning and Imparting trainings for the employees - Identify external projects and assess proposals for funding - Verifying sustainability disclosure data through SoFI tool - Planning and implementing biodiversity initiatives- Preparing for internal & external audits of ISO 14001 and ISO 45001- Supporting in RFP requirements- Successfully completed Zero waste to landfill certification for campuses - Facing client audits- Coordinating for and Managing sustainability data through SoFI- Preparing GRI aligned Integrated Report, BRSR
EDUCATION
University of Mumbai
post graduation, Biodiversity and ecology
SKILLS
ABOUT AKSHAY PANDIRKAR
Senior Biodiversity and ESG professional with cross‑sector experience spanning corporate sustainability, banking, and environmental consulting. Brings deep expertise in biodiversity strategy, environmental and social risk management, and alignment with global disclosure, lender, and regulatory frameworks.Currently working as a Biodiversity Manager at Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), responsible for developing, maintaining, and implementing the enterprise‑level Biodiversity Policy and Framework. Leads alignment with global standards such as TNFD, GRI, and international lender expectations, embedding biodiversity considerations into organizational strategy and decision‑making. Conducts location‑level assessments of biodiversity dependencies, impacts, risks, and opportunities (DIRO) using tools including ENCORE, WWF Biodiversity Risk Filter, and IBAT. Also responsible for implementation and oversight of HSEMS and EMS at location level, strengthening governance, compliance, and performance.Previously served as an Environmental & Social Risk Officer at RBL Bank, where responsibilities included implementation and maintenance of the Environmental & Social Management System (ESMS) in line with multilateral and development finance institution requirements. Contributed to ESG disclosures such as BRSR, supported climate‑related planning and targets, and led portfolio‑level assessments for climate and E&S risk. Acted as a key interface with international lenders including IFC, BII, and US DFC for ESMS compliance, annual reporting, and audits.Earlier, as a Manager in the Ecology & Environment Division at Tata Consulting Engineers, led and delivered environment, ecology, and biodiversity assignments across sectors including renewable energy, ports, smart cities, riverfront development, green corridors, and urban infrastructure. Experience includes ESIAs, ESDD, E&S screening, ESMPs, ESMFs, City Biodiversity Index, Local Biodiversity Strategy & Action Plans, People’s Biodiversity Registers, and specialized bird and bat studies for wind energy projects.NABET‑accredited Functional Area Expert (FAE) for Ecology & Biodiversity and Certified Internal Auditor for ISO QMS, EMS, and OHSAS, with a strong Tata values‑driven approach to sustainable development, risk management, and nature‑positive outcomes.
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