Aksha Ahlawat, B.Tech, M.S.

Aksha is a Project and Business Catalyst at the Climate Risk Institute, where she brings a strong interdisciplinary background in Biotechnology Engineering and Environmental Economics. Her work centers on climate change mitigation, carbon management, and environmental sustainability, bridging technical engineering skills with economic analysis, policy evaluation, and systems thinking. This integrated perspective enables her to tackle sustainability challenges with both practical solutions and strategic insight.
With over 3 years of experience, Aksha has led and supported a wide range of projects across sectors—from small and medium enterprises to large corporations—focused on corporate sustainability, emissions reduction, energy efficiency and climate policy advocacy. Her expertise spans environmental markets and stakeholder engagement, and she is recognized for her ability to drive measurable climate action within organizations and throughout supply chains. Whether developing carbon inventories, crafting net-zero roadmaps, launching impactful sustainability campaigns, or advising on responsible sourcing, Aksha remains committed to data-driven, results-oriented solutions.
Having lived in France, she is fully bilingual in French and English. In her free time, she enjoys cooking and follows her passion in photography. At CRI, she plays a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth execution of projects, delivering accurate reporting, and providing strategic administrative support—known for her precision, adaptability, and collaborative approach.