Omar Elkadi
About Omar Elkadi
Omar Elkadi is a Senior Carbon Specialist at CarbonChain in London, England, where he has worked since 2023. He has a background in environmental engineering and sustainability, with previous roles in ESG analysis and event management.
Work at CarbonChain
Omar Elkadi serves as a Senior Carbon Specialist at CarbonChain, a position he has held since 2023. Based in London, England, he focuses on carbon accounting and sustainability initiatives. His role involves contributing to the development of methodologies and frameworks that support organizations in achieving their carbon reduction goals.
Previous Experience in ESG Analysis
Before joining CarbonChain, Omar worked as an ESG Analyst at Westpac from 2022 to 2023. He also held the position of Senior ESG Analyst at Westpac for a brief period in 2023. His experience in ESG analysis has equipped him with the skills necessary to assess environmental, social, and governance factors in investment decisions.
Educational Background
Omar Elkadi earned a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering from the University of Melbourne, completing his studies from 2017 to 2020. He further advanced his education by obtaining a Masters of Environment, specializing in Sustainable Futures, from the same institution between 2020 and 2022. His academic background supports his expertise in sustainability and environmental management.
Expertise in Sustainability Frameworks
Omar has developed expertise in various sustainability frameworks, including GFANZ, TPT Climate Transition Planning, and ISSB reporting frameworks. He is knowledgeable in SEC and EFRAG reporting standards, as well as Task Force for Nature-related Financial Disclosures (TNFD). His work includes contributing to methodologies for Net Zero Target Setting and emissions accounting.
Role at Protect Our Winters Australia
In addition to his role at CarbonChain, Omar Elkadi has been the Head of Events at Protect Our Winters Australia since 2022. In this capacity, he is responsible for organizing events that raise awareness about climate change and promote sustainability initiatives within the community.