Sajeewa Ranasinghe
@sajeewaranasinghe
Senior sustainability professional driving impactful environmental initiatives.
What I'm looking for
I am a senior sustainability professional with over 9 years of experience in verification, certification, and consultancy. My expertise lies in driving environmental compliance, securing international accreditations, and leading high-impact sustainability initiatives. I have a proven track record of managing cross-functional teams and fostering international partnerships, which has enabled me to oversee verification processes for global standards effectively.
At The Sustainable Future Group, I spearheaded the CORSIA accreditation, making our company the first in Sri Lanka to achieve this milestone. My strategic client acquisition efforts resulted in a 46% revenue increase in 2024, and I successfully managed over 30 environmental consultancy projects annually, maintaining a 100% compliance rate. I am passionate about enhancing market competitiveness through innovative solutions and have directed advisory services for various carbon credit projects, saving clients significant costs and resources.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Manager Sustainability Assurance & Advisory Services
The Sustainable Future Group
Apr 2021 - Dec 2024 (3 years 8 months)
Spearheaded CORSIA accreditation, positioning the company as the first in Sri Lanka and the third in South Asia to achieve this milestone. Increased company revenue by 46% in 2024 through strategic client acquisition, onboarding 7 new clients, and diversifying service offerings. Managed and delivered 30+ environmental consultancy/verification projects annually, achieving 100% compliance with regul
Assistant Manager Sustainability Assurance & Advisory Services
The Sustainable Future Group
Apr 2019 - Mar 2021 (1 year 11 months)
Conducted ISO 14064 and ISO 14067 audits as Lead Verifier, ensuring certifications through alignment with ISO validation processes. Provided advisory services on decarbonization and net-zero strategies, including PAS 2060 and The CarbonNeutral® Protocol certifications. Issued certifications for water, waste, and plastics under specialized certification schemes, enhancing clients' sustainability pr
Senior Associate Sustainability Solutions
The Sustainable Future Group
Nov 2016 - Mar 2019 (2 years 4 months)
Supported ISO 14064 verification for high-profile clients, including Sri Lanka’s largest bank and a major apparel manufacturer. Enhanced accreditation processes to increase operational efficiency and client success.
Associate Sustainability Solutions
The Carbon Consulting Company
May 2016 - Nov 2016 (6 months)
Conducted GHG assessments and developed Carbon Management Plans. Supported clients in reducing emissions and aligning with GHG Protocol standards.
Engineering Assistant
Brandix Apparel Solutions - Casual-ware
Sep 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 3 months)
Assisted with engineering tasks and supported operations within the casual-ware division. Contributed to project implementation and process improvements.
Production Manager
Ceylon Polymer (Pvt) Ltd
Nov 2012 - Aug 2014 (1 year 9 months)
Managed production processes and oversaw manufacturing operations. Ensured quality control and production efficiency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Drexel University
Bachelor of Science, Chemical Engineering
2008 - 2012
Completed a Bachelor of Science degree with a focus on Chemical Engineering. Studied core principles and applications within the field.
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