Anika Rastgir
About Anika Rastgir
Anika Rastgir is an Associate in Business Development and M&A at Clearway Energy Group, where she has worked since 2023. She has a background in energy and environmental finance, having previously held various roles in business development and policy.
Current Role at Clearway Energy Group
Anika Rastgir currently serves as an Associate in Business Development & M&A at Clearway Energy Group. She has held this position since 2023, contributing to the company's strategic initiatives in the renewable energy sector. Her role involves identifying and evaluating potential business opportunities and mergers and acquisitions that align with Clearway's growth objectives. She operates from the company's San Francisco office.
Previous Experience at Clearway Energy Group
Prior to her current role, Anika Rastgir worked at Clearway Energy Group as a Senior Analyst in Business Development & M&A from 2021 to 2023. During this time, she focused on analyzing market trends and supporting the company's investment strategies. Additionally, she served as a Senior Analyst in Capital Markets from 2018 to 2021, where she was involved in financial analysis and capital raising efforts.
Internships and Fellowships
Anika has gained diverse experience through various internships and fellowships. She was a Fellow at the Clean Energy Leadership Institute in 2022 for eight months, where she engaged in projects related to clean energy policy and leadership. Her earlier internships include roles at the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority as an Energy Team Intern from 2014 to 2015, and at the NYC Department of Environmental Protection as a Sustainability Intern in 2015.
Education and Academic Background
Anika Rastgir studied at Emory University, where she earned a Bachelor of Science degree in Biology and Economics. Her academic background provided her with a strong foundation in both scientific principles and economic analysis, which she applies in her professional roles. She also attended Stuyvesant High School, known for its rigorous academic curriculum.
Research Experience
Anika has research experience from her time at Emory University, where she worked in Dr. Eri Saikawa's lab from 2015 to 2016. This role involved conducting research related to environmental sciences, contributing to projects that intersected with global environmental issues. Her research experience complements her work in the energy sector.