Savitha Chelladurai
About Savitha Chelladurai
Savitha Chelladurai serves as the Director of Sustainability and ESG at Benson Hill, where she has worked since 2022. With a background in energy management and sustainability, she has held various roles, including Energy Manager at Ameresco and Sustainability Manager at Navy Pier.
Current Role at Benson Hill
Savitha Chelladurai serves as the Director of Sustainability & ESG at Benson Hill, a position she has held since 2022. In this role, she focuses on integrating sustainability practices within the organization and advancing environmental, social, and governance initiatives. Her leadership aims to enhance the company's commitment to sustainability and drive impactful projects.
Previous Experience in Energy Management
Prior to her current role, Chelladurai worked as an Energy Manager at Ameresco from 2021 to 2022 in Chicago, Illinois. During her tenure, she secured an $88 million internal investment for the implementation of 2,800 new energy efficiency projects. This experience contributed to her expertise in managing large-scale energy initiatives.
Education and Academic Background
Savitha Chelladurai holds a Bachelor of Science in Engineering (BSE) in Industrial and Operations Engineering from the University of Michigan, where she studied from 2002 to 2005. She also earned a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Environmental Management and Sustainability from the Illinois Institute of Technology, completing her studies between 2012 and 2015. Her educational background supports her career in sustainability and energy management.
Sustainability Initiatives at Navy Pier
As Sustainability Manager at Navy Pier from 2018 to 2020, Chelladurai developed a comprehensive sustainability program that included competitive benchmarking and analysis against peers. She played a key role in raising the environmental profile of Navy Pier by establishing important internal and external relationships, enhancing the venue's commitment to sustainability.
Teaching and Community Engagement
In addition to her professional responsibilities, Savitha Chelladurai teaches Indian classical dance to both children and adults in her spare time. This engagement reflects her commitment to community involvement and cultural education.