Raj Kumar
Environmental & Sustainability Associate Director @Grant Thornton UK
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WORK HISTORY
Environmental & Sustainability Associate Director @Grant Thornton UK
Birmingham, GB
Support clients in conducting comprehensive Green House Gas (GHG) baseline assessments across scopes 1, 2 and 3 and science base target (SBTi) submissions and identifying areas for emissions reduction. • Support clients in developing Net Zero road map transition plan across various market sectors and implementations through incorporating renewable energy solutions displacing high carbon intensity asset energy sources. • Conducted capex project assessments to identify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements, and helped businesses make informed decisions about investments in sustainable infrastructure. • Analysed energy-saving initiatives and their impact on profitability for a range of companies, providing insights into the financial benefits of sustainability projects. • Developed financial models to support the business case for sustainability projects, including cost-benefit analyses, return on investment (ROI) calculations, and scenario planning. • Project manging and delivering capital expansion projects for clients across multiple industrial sectors with a key focus within Renewable energy, FMCG and F&B. • Played a key role in business development efforts, building relationships with new and existing clients and identifying opportunities to provide ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) services. • Developed and executed ESG strategies for companies across a range of industries, working closely with executive teams to ensure alignment with their overall business objectives. • Developed ESG reporting frameworks for clients, including the development of key performance indicators (KPIs) and the implementation of reporting systems to ensure accurate and transparent reporting on ESG performance. • Provided technical expertise on ESG issues, including climate change, biodiversity, human rights, and supply chain management, to support decision-making and inform business strategy.
EDUCATION
De Montfort University
BSc(Hons), Mechanical Engineering
ABOUT RAJ KUMAR
As an experienced Senior Manager with a passion for sustainability and environmental management, I have spent the past 15 years leading teams in the design and execution of complex projects that have focused on reducing waste, generation of renewable energy which has led to a reduce environmental impact while also delivering business value. My expertise spans a range of industries, including renewable energy, water conservation, and waste reduction, and I have a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape and the latest technologies and best practices in sustainable engineering. I pride myself on my ability to communicate complex technical concepts to stakeholders at all levels of an organization, and I am committed to developing innovative solutions that enable businesses to thrive while also protecting the planet for future generations. KEY SKILLS AND EXPERTISE • Environmental Green House Gas (GHG) assessments • Net Zero industrial transition implementation • Heading up engineering and projects functions • Strategy development and implementation • Working with senior board members • Lean development and implementation • Government subsidies approval • Regulatory reporting applications submissions • Driving continuous improvement • Technical Project management • Business development and company direction
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