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Intern

We are seeking an Intern to support secondary research on energy-intensive industrial sectors, with a focus on industrial decarbonisation. The role involves data collection and analysis, techno-commercial assessment of clean and emerging technologies, evaluation of manufacturing processes for energy and GHG reduction opportunities, and review of policy frameworks, compliance standards, and gaps. The Intern will also contribute to sector-level energy and emission benchmarking, analysis of India’s industrial energy/emission profile, and identification of short-, mid-, and long-term decarbonisation strategies aligned with national commitments. The role may include field surveys, stakeholder interactions, and coordination with project teams to support timely deliverables.


Responsibilities


  • Conduct source-driven secondary research on large energy-intensive and MSME sectors in India, aligned with the role overview.
  • Engage with industrial stakeholders, sectoral OEMs, and other relevant entities to collect data and gain insights.
  • Record and organise data in structured MS Excel formats.
  • Ensure completeness, consistency, and quality of collected data.
  • Assist with data cleaning, validation, and documentation.
  • Support the project team’s reporting and deliverable requirements.


Qualifications


Final-year students or recent graduates with a bachelor’s or master’s degree (or equivalent) in chemical, petrochemical, or biochemical engineering; industrial chemistry; materials science; metallurgical or electrical engineering; or a related field.


Skills and Experience


  • Internship or short-term experience in chemical plants, refineries, pharmaceuticals, or related sectors, including associated energy systems (preferred).
  • Familiarity with environmental compliance, sustainability practices, or energy efficiency initiatives.
  • Basic understanding of GHG accounting, energy audits, or environmental impact assessments.
  • Knowledge of mass transfer, heat transfer, reaction engineering, and process design.
  • Willingness to undertake technical and policy research in energy-intensive industrial sectors.
  • Proficiency in MS Excel and Tableau; knowledge of Python, R, or SAS is an advantage for developing economic models.
  • Ability to assess industrial operations and identify innovative solutions and approaches.
  • Strong teamwork and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines.


Duration

3–6 months (extendable based on performance and project requirements)


Job

Senior Analyst

We are seeking a dynamic, technically skilled professional for the position of Senior Analyst on the Energy Policy and Regulations team. The Senior Analyst will play a key role in evaluating the implications of future tariff increases resulting from investments in power system reliability, resilience, security, and sustainability, as well as in electricity demand forecasting, with a strong focus on socio-economic and weather parameters that affect electricity demand. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to policy-relevant research and help shape the future of India’s energy transition.


Responsibilities


  • Lead research on developing an overall analytical framework for estimating electricity demand elasticity across consumer categories.
  • Design methodologies for assessing short-run and long-run price elasticity, income elasticity, and consumer migration to alternative supply arrangements.
  • Review existing tariff structures, open access regulations, and demand-side management frameworks.
  • Assess implications of renewable integration costs, transmission investments, and grid modernisation on consumer tariffs.
  • Lead research and analytical studies on electricity demand forecasting at national, state, DISCOM, and feeder levels, incorporating socio-economic indicators, tariff structures, and weather parameters to develop robust demand projections.
  • Track and analyse distribution sector policies, regulatory developments, and emerging technologies, generating strategic insights through data analytics and quantitative modelling to support evidence-based policy recommendations.
  • Collaborate with state and national stakeholders to promote actionable recommendations.
  • Prepare policy briefs, technical reports, presentations, and journal articles to disseminate findings.
  • Willingness to travel within India to engage with different states as per the requirements of projects.


Qualifications


Master's degree in Energy Economics, Sustainable Energy, or a relevant field.


Skill Set


  • Experience in power sector research, regulatory analysis, energy economics, or quantitative policy analysis.
  • Demonstrated experience in electricity tariff analysis and demand forecasting and analysis, using socio-economic, tariff, and weather parameters across national, state, DISCOM, or feeder levels.
  • Strong understanding of the Indian power sector, particularly DISCOM regulations, and regulatory frameworks.
  • Proficiency in data analysis and quantitative modelling, with strong working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and familiarity with statistical tools, such as R and Python.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.

Job

Senior Analyst

We are seeking a technically strong and policy-oriented professional to join the Strategic Initiatives team as a Senior Analyst. The role will focus on advancing research and implementation pathways in carbon capture, utilisation and storage (CCUS); green hydrogen; renewable energy systems; Power-to-X technologies; circular waste management solutions; and other emerging technologies. The candidate will contribute to interdisciplinary projects involving techno-economic assessment, sustainability assessment, systems modelling, policy analysis, stakeholder engagement, and strategy development to support India’s decarbonisation and net-zero transition.


Responsibilities


  • Conduct techno-economic, life cycle, and market assessments for CCUS, green hydrogen, renewable energy integration, and waste-to-energy / value pathways.
  • Assess policy, regulatory, financing, and infrastructure requirements for scaling emerging low-carbon technologies in India.
  • Support the development of national/state roadmaps, policy briefs, technical reports, and strategic recommendations.
  • Engage with stakeholders from government, industry, academia, startups, and international organisations to collect data, conduct consultations, and pursue collaborative initiatives.
  • Contribute to proposal development, concept notes, grant applications, and project acquisition efforts.
  • Present research findings at conferences, workshops, technical forums, and stakeholder consultations.
  • Publish high-quality reports, journal papers, articles, and knowledge products.
  • Mentor analysts, junior researchers, or interns and support multidisciplinary team coordination. 


Qualifications


  • Master’s or PhD degree in Chemical Engineering, Energy Science, Renewable Energy, Environmental Engineering, Process Engineering, Sustainability, Climate Science, or other relevant disciplines.
  • Candidates with interdisciplinary academic backgrounds and demonstrated research experience in energy transition and decarbonisation will be preferred.


Skill Set


  • Strong understanding of advanced and emerging climate technologies (CCUS, green hydrogen, PtX, RE, etc.)
  • Familiarity with techno-economic assessment, life cycle assessment, emissions accounting, and systems analysis approaches
  • Understanding of climate and energy policies, carbon markets, sustainability frameworks, and emerging global / net-zero policy trends
  • Experience in data analysis, modelling, and visualisation using tools such as Python, Excel, or similar platforms
  • Ability to synthesise technical findings into actionable policy and strategic insights
  • Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving capabilities
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including technical writing and stakeholder engagement
  • Proven ability to independently manage multiple projects while collaborating within interdisciplinary teams
  • Experience working with government agencies, industry stakeholders, research institutions, or international organisations will be an advantage


Duration


24 months

Job

GIS Analyst

We are looking for a Geospatial Analyst to conduct spatial analysis and support research on climate, energy, and sustainability issues. The role will involve managing and analysing complex spatial datasets, developing GIS methodologies, and creating maps, dashboards, and visualisations. The candidate will work closely with researchers and policy experts and contribute to research reports, policy briefs, and academic publications.


Responsibilities


  • Conduct spatial analyses to support project objectives and address research questions.
  • Manage and process large and complex spatial datasets using GIS tools such as GEE, ArcGIS Pro, and QGIS.
  • Develop and refine GIS research methodologies, ensuring scientific rigour and reproducibility.
  • Create maps, dashboards, and data visualisations for reports, presentations, and interactive web applications.
  • Collaborate with researchers and policy experts to integrate geospatial insights into broader research initiatives.
  • Contribute to and author research reports, policy briefs, and academic publications.
  • Maintain clear documentation of data sources, methodologies, and analytical workflows.


Qualifications and Experience


  • A master’s degree in geography, GIS, environmental science, data science, or a related field with at least 1 year of relevant professional experience; or a bachelor’s degree with at least 4 years of relevant experience.
  • Proven experience in conducting spatial analyses and leading GIS projects from conception to completion.


Skill Set


  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with keen attention to detail
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • A genuine interest in applying geospatial skills to climate, energy, and sustainability issues
  • Familiarity with Google Earth Engine (GEE) for accessing and processing satellite imagery is desirable
  • Basic programming skills, preferably in Python, including tools such as Pandas, GeoPandas, and Rasterio
  • Understanding of remote-sensing concepts, including spectral indices such as NDVI and NDBI, will be preferred
  • Working knowledge of Geo-AI and machine learning techniques
  • A portfolio of academic or personal projects, such as a GitHub repository or online map portfolio, would be an added advantage


Duration


24 months