Kiran Lakshmisha

Skills

Climate Policy, Industrial Decarbonization, Climate Smart Agriculture, Food Systems, Regenerative Agriculture, Renewable Energy, Systems Thinking, Impact Assessment, GHG Accounting, Data Analysis, Energy Systems, Modeling, Life Cycle Assessment, Fundraising, Partnership Management, Market Research, Logical Reasoning, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Stakeholder Engagement, Teaching and Public Outreach

About

Sustainability professional with 5+ years of experience in climate-smart food systems, climate policy, and low-carbon development in academic research and the nonprofit sector. Skilled in systems thinking and modeling, life cycle analysis, and impact assessment as well as stakeholder engagement, strategic planning, fundraising, program and partnership management, with a strong foundation in operational leadership and market research. Demonstrated success in building collaborations with governments, NGOs, and philanthropic organizations to advance sustainable development goals. Currently pursuing a second Master’s degree in Environmental Science and Policy at Columbia University.