Darshini Ravindranath

Research Group Leader – Climate Policies, Finance and Processes (CPFP)

Darshini has over 15 years’ experience with diverse organisations including government, research institutes, multilateral development agencies, private sector consulting and NGOs. Prior to joining IWMI, Darshini was a Principal Policy Advisor and Program Lead – International Climate Finance – at the UK Government, where she led teams overseeing UK Aid programs in Asia, Africa and Latin America. Darshini\’s previous posts have enabled her to provide expert research advice, technical assistance, and support to agencies and governments transitioning to low carbon and resilient strategies. These bodies include ADB, UNDP, UNEP, Grantham Research Centre, IIED, and Water Aid. Darshini holds a PhD in Sustainable Resources from University College London and an MSc in Environment and Development from the London School of Economics and Political Science.