Shashank S.

About Shashank S.

Accomplished ESG & Energy Transition leader with a proven track record in Safety, Operational Risk, and Sustainability. As a member of the IFRS Sustainability Reference Group, I provide technical expertise to the International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) on global sustainability disclosure standards. I spearheaded the development and enhancement of a cutting-edge digital platform leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies to optimize ESG performance, improve safety, and drive operational efficiency. My expertise spans ESG, environmental conservation, and corporate governance, with a deep understanding of the Oil & Gas sector and a focus on energy transition, climate risk mitigation, and hydrogen value chain development. I possess a strong background in leading change management initiatives, fostering international collaborations, and driving sustainable performance across diverse industries, including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Automotive, and Logistics. I have a proven track record in developing, managing, and implementing robust Safety & Operational Risk systems, processes, and practices, ensuring a safe and efficient operating environment. Worked in partnership with DuPont and BP in developing, implementing & continuously improving a operational risk Transformation project at Reliance Industries Limited. At BP led the Supply chain HSSE where the Transportation Safety Initiative was recognized with the “Human Energy” award, the highest recognition for performance and innovation at BP.

Experience

1. Group Head Digital Esg & Sustainability Platform

   Reliance Industries Limited

   Jan 2021 — Present · Mumbai, IN

   Developing and implementing comprehensive sustainability and ESG strategies aligned with overall goals and objectives.• Establish and maintain robust governance frameworks, ethics policies, and accountability mechanisms to ensure compliance and responsible business practices.• Engaging with internal and external stakeholders, including investors, customers, employees, and regulatory bodies, to promote transparency and address sustainability concerns.• Assess potential sustainability risks, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor emerging trends and regulations in the sustainability and ESG landscape.• Support preparation and publication of sustainability reports, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and industry standards, sustainability principles, frameworks (e.g, GRI, SASB, ISSB), and industry best practices.• Drive a data driven approach with in-depth knowledge of ESG metrics, reporting standards, and investor expectations, ensuring data collection, analysis, and interpretation to measure ESG performance and identify improvement areas.• Developed an in-house GenAI assistant by leveraging proprietary information and documentation, empowering data analysis, automate decision-making processes, and enhance overall efficiency.• Lead and manage sustainability projects, set objectives, allocate resources, and monitor progress.• Lead HSE and Sustainability due diligence for potential joint ventures, acquisitions, and mergers.• Develop innovative digital solutions, utilizing IoT wearables, Generative AI, video analytics, predictive analytics, and AR/VR technologies.• Provide independent operations integrity assurance through self-verification, assurance, and audit frameworks.• Lead board-level assurance processes and support board-level oversight and intervention

Education

• NEBOSH

  Certificate on Occupational Health and Safety

  2006 — 2006