Abhishek Kumar Singh
Noida
Summary
Environmental and sustainability professional with 4.5 years of experience in carbon markets, climate finance, and ESG strategy. Proven expertise in Project Design Documents (PDDs), baseline modeling, MRV frameworks, and carbon project registration under Verra, Gold Standard, GCC, and India’s Green Credit Programme. Skilled in stakeholder engagement with FPOs, PRI institutions, and community bodies. Strong track record in EIA, pollution monitoring, ESG reporting, and financing linkages with NABARD and SIDBI. Currently leading India’s first carbon credit project on equipment sharing, integrating avoided manufacturing methodology and MRV systems for voluntary carbon markets.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
ESG Manager – Carbon Credit & ESG
Synfra Solutions
07.2025 - Current
- Led end-to-end carbon project development on avoided manufacturing emissions from shared construction equipment.
- Drafted methodology concept note for GCC registry submission, initiating formal methodology development.
- Built baseline emission models and avoided emission calculators, reducing per-hour embodied carbon from 4.03 to 2.63 kg CO2e/hr.
- Developed MRV frameworks and KPI systems ensuring verifiable and conservative monitoring.
- Engaged with Validation & Verification Bodies (VVBs), investors, and consultants to test assumptions and strengthen additionality.
- Transitioned project from feasibility to methodology development and investor discussions within 6 months.
- Directed field teams for contractor surveys, data collection, and operational readiness.
Independent ESG & Carbon Markets Consultant
01.2025 - 07.2025
- Researched global carbon markets and MRV systems, including Rainbow and Article 6.4 mechanisms.
- Prepared DPR inputs for 1,000-ha mangrove restoration in Andhra Pradesh under MISHTI and Green Credit Programme.
- Explored financing linkages with SIDBI and NABARD for climate and nature-based projects.
- Designed feasibility assessments for waste management and e-waste refurbishment models for carbon credit generation.
Associate Analyst – Carbon Credit & ESG
SG Analytics (for BeZero Carbon)
07.2023 - 01.2025
- Evaluated 100+ carbon offset projects (renewables, cookstoves, forestry) under CDM, Verra, and Gold Standard.
- Reviewed PDDs and monitoring reports to assess additionality, leakage, permanence, and co-benefits.
- Strengthened carbon project rating methodologies with SDG alignment and policy risk indicators.
- Contributed to ESG risk evaluations across global carbon portfolios.
- Delivered onboarding and internal training, received GEMS Award for ESG and carbon transparency.
Researcher – Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Wildlife Institute of India
04.2022 - 07.2023
- Conducted biodiversity and socioeconomic surveys for DFCCIL railway project.
- Drafted mitigation strategies and clearance documentation under MoEFCC and IFC standards.
- Facilitated stakeholder consultations with local communities and regulators.
Analyst – Air Quality & Environmental Monitoring
GEMS Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 04.2022
- Performed ambient air quality monitoring at industrial sites (coal, steel, auto).
- Prepared pollution control reports for CPCB/SPCB compliance and audits.
- Supported waste assessments for hazardous and non-hazardous material disposal.
Field Investigator – WASH Programme
UNICEF
02.2020 - 11.2020
- Conducted WASH audits in 740+ rural schools, assessing sanitation and hygiene.
- Supported planning and reporting for sanitation and hygiene initiatives.
Education
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University
01.2021
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Ranchi College, Ranchi University
01.2018
Skills
- Carbon Project Development & Registration (Verra, Gold Standard, GCC, Green Credit Programme)
- Project Design Documents (PDD), Baseline Modeling, MRV Planning
- Climate Finance, Blended Finance, Additionality Testing (SIDBI, NABARD, ADB)
- ESG Strategy & Reporting (GRI, CDP, SDG Alignment, Policy Risk Analysis)
- Stakeholder Engagement (FPOs, SHGs, PRI, Community Consultation)
- Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA, MoEFCC, IFC Standards)
- Air Quality & Pollution Monitoring (CPCB, SPCB Compliance)
- Data Integrity, Compliance Documentation, KPI Frameworks
Accomplishments
- Pioneered India’s first avoided-manufacturing carbon credit project (Synfra Solutions).
- Drafted methodology concept note for GCC registry submission.
- Received GEMS Award for contributions to ESG and carbon transparency.
- Delivered DPRs and feasibility inputs for mangrove restoration and waste management projects.
- Contributed to EIA documentation for DFCCIL railway project, enabling sustainable clearance.
Timeline
ESG Manager – Carbon Credit & ESG
Synfra Solutions
07.2025 - Current
Independent ESG & Carbon Markets Consultant
01.2025 - 07.2025
Associate Analyst – Carbon Credit & ESG
SG Analytics (for BeZero Carbon)
07.2023 - 01.2025
Researcher – Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA)
Wildlife Institute of India
04.2022 - 07.2023
Analyst – Air Quality & Environmental Monitoring
GEMS Pvt Ltd
12.2021 - 04.2022
Field Investigator – WASH Programme
UNICEF
02.2020 - 11.2020
Bachelor of Science - Environmental Science
Ranchi College, Ranchi University
Master of Science - Environmental Science
Dr. Shyama Prasad Mukherjee University