Ashden
Ashok Sinha is a prominent leader in sustainability and advocacy with significant experience in various organizations. Currently serving as CEO of Ashden since June 2023 and Chair of the London Sustainable Development Commission since May 2017, Ashok provides strategic guidance on sustainability to the Mayor of London. Previously, Ashok held the position of Chief Executive Officer at the London Cycling Campaign from September 2010 to June 2023, where influential campaigns such as Love London, Go Dutch and Space for Cycling were developed. Ashok has also directed significant initiatives, including The Climate Coalition from 2005 to 2010 and co-founding Make Poverty History from 2003 to 2005. Early career roles include directing Debt Justice and consulting for Solarcentury, alongside research positions at Forum for the Future, Imperial College London, and the University of Reading. Ashok holds a PhD in Renewable Energy Modelling from the University of Cambridge and a Bachelor's degree in Physics from the University of Bristol.
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Ashden
Ashden's mission is to accelerate transformative climate solutions and build a more just world. Our awards, events, networks and analysis support outstanding climate innovation. We boost the pioneers delivering a zero carbon future – and creating new jobs, better health, and stronger communities along the way. Our work switches on clean energy for rural villages and refugee camps. It tackles fuel poverty, by making homes warm and energy-efficient. It powers green jobs, and zero-carbon schools. It defends and restores nature. And it supports local climate action, so everyone can shape – and benefit from – the journey to a fair and sustainable tomorrow. We create change with support for trailblazing organisations, such as grants, learning opportunities, publicity, and connections to funders and investors. And we use their stories to inspire and guide politicians and other decision makers, raising ambition and revealing the power of inclusive climate action. Find out more at www.ashden.org.