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Hariprasad R.

Hariprasad R.

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Scribe turned Sustainability Geek | MSc Environment & Development, Edinburgh Uni | Passionate about a fairer, greener world 🌍

  • Education

    • Asian College of Journalism

      2017 - 2018
      Post Graduate Diploma Print Journalism

    • The University of Edinburgh

      2022 - 2023
      Master of Science - MS Environment and Development Merit

      Courses: Climate Policy & Investment, International Climate Finance, Responsible Investing, Climate Risk & Investment Alignment, Professional Skills in Environment & DevelopmentNon-credit courses: Carbon Accounting, Carbon Pricing, Environmental Policy & GovernanceAwarded 'MSc Environment and Development Best Overall Contribution to the Programme' for proactive role as a student representative at Staff-Student Liaison Committee meetings and effective coordination of
 Show more Courses: Climate Policy & Investment, International Climate Finance, Responsible Investing, Climate Risk & Investment Alignment, Professional Skills in Environment & DevelopmentNon-credit courses: Carbon Accounting, Carbon Pricing, Environmental Policy & GovernanceAwarded 'MSc Environment and Development Best Overall Contribution to the Programme' for proactive role as a student representative at Staff-Student Liaison Committee meetings and effective coordination of programme-related activities.Successfully completed my dissertation on enhancing the effectiveness of debt for climate and nature, which aim to simultaneously address the escalating public debt burdens in the Global South, climate and biodiversity crises. The research is expected to be published as an Issue Paper by the International Institute for Environment and Development. Show less

  • Experience

    • The Hindu

      May 2018 - Sept 2019
      Regional Reporter

      Investigated and reported extensively on the aftermath of large-scale riots stemming from environmental pollution caused by a multinational mining major's copper smelter.Authored three impactful long-form reports highlighting the human and environmental toll published as full-page features in the largest English daily in South India.

    • Financial Express (India)

      Oct 2019 - May 2020
      Banking Correspondent

      Reported comprehensively on banks, non-banking financial companies, debt markets, and the Reserve Bank of India during a tumultuous phase in the sector marked by a shadow banking crisis, lending conservatism, and the swift rise of fintechs.Authored insightful industry trend analyses, conducted interviews with top banking executives, and broke news on the BFSI sector.

    • The New Indian Express

      Dec 2020 - Aug 2021
      Sub-Editor

      Edited and refined news articles, conducted fact-checks, and coordinated layouts to ensure high-quality, error-free publications, all within tight deadlines.

    • Self-employed

      Oct 2021 - Aug 2022
      Independent Environmental Journalist & Researcher

      Produced 20+ news articles and podcasts on vital environmental and developmental issues for leading national outlets including Down To Earth magazine, The NewsMinute, Suno India, Citizen Matters, etc. Conducted in-depth research on 15+ natural resource disputes for Land Conflict Watch, contributing to informed decision-making in investments and governance.

    • Plan Vivo Foundation

      Nov 2022 - Jul 2023
      Media and Communications Intern

      Authored a compelling blog showcasing the positive impact of a REDD+ project on indigenous communities in India, differentiating commendable initiatives amid recent scepticism about the voluntary carbon market.Delivered project updates for 10+ community-based voluntary carbon market projects certified by PVF worldwide.

    • Science Based Targets initiative

      Jul 2023 - Sept 2023
      Target Validation Intern

      Conducted rigorous technical screenings and desk reviews for 80+ companies' emissions targets and communicated identified gaps in their target ambition, ensuring adherence to SBTi criteria and GHG Protocol. The role contributed to a significant reduction in processing times and backlogs.

    • International Institute for Environment and Development (IIED)

      Oct 2023 - now
      Consultant

      Collaborating with senior researchers at IIED, I am leading the drafting of an Issue Paper centred on my Master’s dissertation. It proposes revitalising debt-for-climate and -nature swaps through stronger alignment with the development effectiveness agenda, presenting a novel perspective for evaluating and enhancing the impact of debt relief initiatives amid worsening public debt burdens exacerbated by climate change and the biodiversity crisis

  • Licenses & Certifications

  • Honors & Awards

    • Awarded to Hariprasad R.
      Best Overall Contribution to MSc Environment and Development Programme Award University of Edinburgh School of GeoSciences Nov 2023

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Care Access Volunteer

      Issued by COVIDuthalai on Apr 2021
      COVIDuthalaiAssociated with Hariprasad R.

    • Teaching Volunteer

      Issued by Teach For India on Sept 2020
      Teach For IndiaAssociated with Hariprasad R.