
Author
Kushagra
Senior ESG & Sustainability Advisor
Pune, Maharashtra, India · Oren
Kushagra serves as a Senior ESG & Sustainability Advisor at Oren, bringing more than eight years of experience across the CSR and sustainability sector. His work spans multinational consulting firms, sustainability software platforms, and not-for-profits, with deep competencies in programme management, research and analysis, data visualization, and stakeholder engagement.
At Oren, Kushagra has led Scope 1, 2, and 3 carbon inventory verification for a Dubai-based commodity and semi-specialty chemicals company, improving reporting accuracy by approximately 80%. He has delivered climate risk analysis highlighting physical risk exposures in excess of AED 27 million for an educational services client, supported UAE and Qatar banking sector clients in responding to Central Bank ESG rules, and conducted regulatory reporting training for one of India’s largest F&B companies.
Prior to Oren, he was Sustainability Strategy Manager at Snowkap, where he built a comprehensive GHG accounting system across 100+ locations for an INR 2,000 Cr revenue client, rolled out ESRS and BRSR reporting modules on the Snowkap platform, and delivered cross-functional training on SBTi, Circular Economy, LCA, and Green Finance. Earlier roles at Treeni Sustainability Solutions, ESG Playbook, and Goodera shaped his expertise in ESG benchmarking, EcoVadis improvement, supply chain pilots, and CSR project monitoring for global clients.
Kushagra holds an M.S. in Sustainability Management from Columbia University and an M.B.A. from TERI University, New Delhi.
Credentials & Expertise
Education and core areas of advisory focus.
Education
M.S. (Sustainability Management)
Columbia University, New York, U.S.A.
Sep 2021 – Dec 2022
M.B.A.
TERI University, New Delhi, India
Jul 2013 – Jun 2015
Expertise
- GHG accounting (Scope 1, 2, 3)
- BRSR & ESRS reporting
- ESG strategy & roadmaps
- Peer benchmarking & EcoVadis improvement
- Climate risk analysis
- Regulatory advisory (CBUAE, QCB)
- ESG training & capacity building
- Stakeholder engagement
Articles by Kushagra
44 articles on ESG, sustainability, and climate strategy.
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GHG Protocol Scope 3 Phase 1 Revisions (March 2026): What Corporates Need to Know

Green Sukuk: Framework, MENA market, and Islamic finance alignment

GCC ESG Regulations: Country-by-Country Compliance Guide for UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Qatar, Kuwait and Bahrain

How Climate Change Fuels Epidemics and Pandemics: A Deep Dive

How to Accurately Calculate CO2 Emissions: A Comprehensive Guide

Navigating Sustainability Risks: Their Impact on Stakeholder Decision-Making

Biodiversity Reporting in India: Are Companies Ready for TNFD Disclosures?

15 Categories of Scope 3 Emissions Explained (GHG Protocol Guide for Companies)

9 BRSR Principles Explained: A Complete Guide for Indian Companies

How to Improve Your CDP Score: A Practical Guide
IFRS S1 and S2 Readiness in MENA: Gaps, Checklist, and Practical Implementation Guide
What Are IFRS S1 and S2? Objectives, Principles, and Role in Sustainability Reporting

What Are ESG Goals? Meaning, Components, Examples & Reporting

MSCI Data & Ratings Methodology, Uses & Ways To Improve

Decarbonisation in Shipping: Inside the IMO Net Zero Framework

Sustainability Simplified: Understanding Materiality Assessment

ESG Frameworks Explained: How To Choose The Right One

Mastering EcoVadis – Labour & Human Rights: Strategies to Improve Your Score

Pharmaceutical Industry & Carbon Footprint: Tackling Scope 3 Emissions for Sustainability

UAE’s ESG Transformation: Regulations, Climate Action & Sustainable Finance

ESG Reporting in the GCC: Trends and Challenges 2025

Critical Vendor Selection Criteria for Supply Chain Sustainability: A Comprehensive Guide

How the EU’s CBAM Impacts India: Challenges and Opportunities

Implementing BRSR Core Across Your Supply Chain: A Comprehensive Guide

Government of India's Response to CBAM: A Strategic Overview

Who Is Affected by the EU's Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)?

The Impact of the EU’s CBAM on Indian Exports

Creating an Effective SBTi Decarbonisation Roadmap

How India's Automotive Ancillary Leaders are Leveraging Oren's Sustainability Hub

Understanding Carbon Emissions: A Comprehensive Overview of Scope 1, 2, and 3

Achieving Net-Zero Emissions in the Pharmaceutical Sector: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding BRSR: A Company Secretary's Perspective

Carbon Removal: Navigating the ESG Challenge

ESG Strategies for CMOs: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding ESG Reporting in Canada: A Comprehensive Guide

Unmasking Greenwashing in the Chemical Industry: Is it a Genuine Concern?

Aligning BRSR with Sustainable Development Goals: A Comprehensive Guide

Understanding Internal Carbon Pricing: A Key Strategy for Corporate Sustainability

The Importance of Materiality in Sustainability Reporting: A Comprehensive Guide

The Growing Significance of ESG in Supply Chain Management

Understanding GRESB: Why It Matters for Real Estate Investments

Understanding the Difference Between ESG Ratings and ESG Reporting

ESG In Pharma: Why It Matters for Sustainable Business Growth
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