Rishi Dorai is currently ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) Director at bp. Rishi began his bp career as a geologist in the Upstream working in Exploration and Reservoir Development on projects across Europe, Africa and the Middle East. Later, he transitioned into strategy, where he played a role in framing bp’s net zero ambition and has since been involved in the development and execution of the company’s corporate strategy to transform bp into an integrated energy company, and on ensuring the strategy is understood by investors and the broader ESG ecosystem.
Rishi is also a One Young World (OYW) Ambassador – a global forum of young leaders collaborating to find solutions to the world’s most pressing issues and holds the appointment of OYW Coordinating Ambassador for the UK & Ireland. In addition, Rishi is a Climate Reality Leader at the Climate Reality Leadership Corps, a global coalition of changemakers, founded by former US Vice President Al Gore, working to drive the energy transition, solve the climate crisis and build a just and healthy future for the world. Rishi is passionate about accelerating the energy transition, driving towards net zero and leveraging the power of global corporations in amplifying positive impact.
About BITC’s Climate Action Leadership Team
Each area of work BITC undertakes is led by a group of senior executives who provide strategic guidance and support us in achieving our objectives.
The purpose of BITC’s Climate Action Leadership Team is to help business drive innovation that turns the threats of the climate emergency into opportunity for people and nature.
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