Tara Khaira
@tarakhaira
Senior consultant in climate innovation, forest management, and renewable energy driving measurable emissions reductions.
What I'm looking for
I am a senior consultant with more than 15 years' experience in forest management, carbon markets, and renewable energy across Southeast Asia, leading sustainable technology initiatives that deliver environmental benefits and support local communities. I have a proven track record designing and implementing emission-reduction projects under international certification frameworks (CDM, Verra, Gold Standard, Plan Vivo) and structuring climate finance models that align with voluntary and compliance markets.
I specialize in linking technology innovation to community livelihoods, gender-inclusive capacity building, and policy-relevant partnerships, having led projects that generated significant revenue growth, large-scale carbon asset pipelines, and successful biogas and waste-to-fuel initiatives. I manage cross-border collaborations with research institutions, private sector partners, and governments to ensure technical quality, measurable social impact, and scalable clean-energy solutions.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Business Development Executive
Energi Andalas Group
Jan 2017 - Present (8 years 10 months)
Led strategic business initiatives that delivered 200% revenue growth in the first year, expanded customer base by 50%, and launched projects generating over USD 1M in initial sales while overseeing finance, marketing, and HR operations.
Co-Developer
Sinamar Hydro Energy
Jan 2015 - Jan 2017 (2 years)
Supported development of hydropower infrastructure by coordinating with local government and private partners to secure approvals and financing, advancing renewable energy initiatives aligned with national sustainability goals.
Indonesia Country Representative
HYPE Bioenergy
Jan 2012 - Jan 2015 (3 years)
Developed and implemented industrial biogas projects across Southeast Asia, registering seven CDM projects with 100% success and delivering carbon footprint management solutions that enabled clients to earn carbon credits.
Indonesia Country Representative
Perenia
Jan 2008 - Jan 2012 (4 years)
Led national strategy and business development, providing full carbon solutions to public and private clients while managing financial, operational, and policy functions to align projects with climate finance mechanisms.
Head of Origination
EcoSecurities
Jan 2005 - Jan 2008 (3 years)
Originated carbon projects across sectors generating millions of CERs and negotiated purchase agreements to build a project pipeline valued at over USD 25M, while integrating forest conservation and community development components.
Marketing Director
Discover Synergy
Jan 2004 - Jan 2005 (1 year)
Directed marketing strategy and operations to drive brand growth and market positioning for the company.
Consulting Engineer
Asia Control Systems IMPAC
Jan 2003 - Jan 2004 (1 year)
Provided engineering consulting services supporting control systems projects and technical implementations for industrial clients.
Led sourcing, supply chain initiatives, and market expansion activities in Indonesia to support business growth and operational efficiency.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Jakarta Institute of Management Studies
Diploma, Marketing Management
1997 - 1999
Completed a program in Marketing Management focusing on marketing principles and management practices.
Trisakti University
Bachelor of Engineering, Industrial Product Design
1992 - 1997
Completed an Industrial Product Design degree with coursework in product development and design engineering.
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