The recent webinar ‘Skills for a Greener Future: Focus on India’, held on December 19th, marked a significant moment in the discourse of sustainable development in India. This insightful event, part of a knowledge series, explored the rapidly evolving landscape of green jobs in the nation, highlighting their critical role in meeting sustainable development goals and net-zero targets.

Esteemed speakers, including Ms. Rumi Mallick Mitra from EY GDS, Mr. Sandeep Chandana of TechMahindra, and Ms. Disha Shrivastava from Centum Foundation, delved into various facets of green employment. They addressed the future trajectory of green jobs, their contribution to sustainable development goals, and the economic advantages they present.

A key focus of the webinar was understanding how the job market is aligning with the global and national mandate for net-zero emissions. The discussions also shed light on corporate strategies to nurture the green job market, a vital step towards a sustainable future.

Professionals in CSR, sustainability, and those keen on the green job sector found the webinar particularly enlightening. It was not just an educational session but also a networking opportunity, bringing together like-minded individuals and experts.

The webinar concluded with a comprehensive understanding of green jobs’ potential in India. The shared insights highlighted the importance of skill development and strategic planning in fostering this critical sector. This event was a crucial step in raising awareness and shaping the conversation around sustainable employment, paving the way for a greener and more sustainable India.

Speakers

Sandeep Chandna

Chief Sustainability Officer

Tech Mahindra

Sandeep Chandna

Sandeep is a versatile, goal driven, result oriented executive leader with diverse background in multiple sectors with a proven track record of 25 + years in IT & IT Services, Oil & Gas and Infrastructure industry.

With more than a decade’s experience in the area of EHS and Corporate Sustainability, Sandeep has led the sustainability agenda from the initiation stage at Tech Mahindra to the Leadership position today. He has been instrumental in several key policy advocacy initiatives, leading a diverse stakeholder base and is being recognized by the national and international agencies.

With more than a decade’s experience in the area of EHS and Corporate Sustainability, Sandeep has led the sustainability agenda from the initiation stage at Tech Mahindra to the Leadership position today. He has been instrumental in several key policy advocacy initiatives, leading a diverse stakeholder base and is being recognized by the national and international agencies.

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Rumi Mallick Mitra

Global Head, Director, CSR & Sustainability

EY GDS

Rumi Mallick Mitra

Rumi Mallick Mitra, an accomplished expert in 'Technology for Good' and Corporate Social Responsibility, excels in people management and strategy across diverse cultural teams. Currently the Global Head of CSR and Sustainability at EY GDS, her role emphasizes sustainable community and environmental impacts, targeting net-zero carbon emissions by FY25.

With a background in Urban Planning and Geography, Rumi has enriched her expertise with certifications like EY's Leadership Series and GRI training, contributing significantly to organizations like IBM and NASSCOM Foundation.

With a background in Urban Planning and Geography, Rumi has enriched her expertise with certifications like EY's Leadership Series and GRI training, contributing significantly to organizations like IBM and NASSCOM Foundation.

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Disha Shrivastava

New Initiatives & Knowledge Management

Centum Foundation

Disha Shrivastava

Disha is a highly experienced professional in the development sector, with a focus on women and children. Her expertise includes program management, training, fundraising, and strategic partnerships. She has worked with organizations in education, healthcare, child protection, and public health.

She is a mentor at SHEROES for the Google women entrepreneurship program and consults startups for business planning and growth. Disha is a dynamic public speaker, addressing topics such as entrepreneurship, diversity and inclusion, and gender rights. She is also an endurance athlete, long-distance cyclist, and dance movement therapy practitioner.

She is a mentor at SHEROES for the Google women entrepreneurship program and consults startups for business planning and growth. Disha is a dynamic public speaker, addressing topics such as entrepreneurship, diversity and inclusion, and gender rights. She is also an endurance athlete, long-distance cyclist, and dance movement therapy practitioner.

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Key Highlights

  • Unravel the concept of green jobs and their future evolution
  • Understand the role of green jobs in achieving Sustainable Development Goals and economic benefits
  • Explore the alignment of job markets with net-zero targets
  • Discover how corporates are fostering the green jobs market

Who Should Attend

  • Professionals in CSR
  • Professionals in Sustainability
  • Those interested in the green job sector
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