Anish Mandal: Partner, Deloitte South Asia

Anish Mandal is partner at Deloitte South Asia, leading the firm’s renewables, new energy and energy transition advisory focus. He has nearly two decades of experience advising clients in the energy, resources and industrial sector. He also spearheads the company’s energy modelling efforts, providing specialised advisory to clients on net zero emissions modelling, AI/ML-based demand and exchange price forecasting, capacity expansion modelling, climate resiliency risk modelling, energy storage value stacking simulations and energy portfolio optimisation. In addition, Mandal is the Asia Pacific lead for the Deloitte Sustainability Centre of Excellence, providing specialised sustainability offerings to clients across the region.

Mandal finds the most rewarding aspect of his current role to be helping clients navigate complexities — whether by developing innovative business models, structuring sustainable investments or leveraging digital solutions to accelerate the energy transition. He is particularly motivated by the opportunity to drive real impact, collaborating with industry leaders, policymakers and investors to shape strategies that not only deliver business value but also contribute to a more sustainable future.

“I encourage cross-functional teamwork across Deloitte’s service lines and business functions, leveraging our global network and expertise in strategy, technology and sustainability to drive impactful outcomes,” says Mandal.

Beyond his professional responsibilities, Mandal engages in activities that keep him both intellectually stimulated and physically active. He enjoys reading industry reports and listening to podcasts to stay ahead of emerging trends. Additionally, he values outdoor activities that help him recharge and maintain a balanced mindset.

Looking ahead, Mandal’s aspirations blend organisational impact with personal growth. At an organisational level, he is committed to accelerating the energy transition by helping businesses and governments implement scalable, data-driven renewable energy solutions. He also aims to collaborate with policymakers and industry leaders to shape the critical energy transition agenda and promote sustainable energy adoption. On a personal level, he aspires to deepen his expertise in emerging renewable energy technologies, ensuring he can provide strategic insights to clients. He is also passionate about mentoring the next generation of energy leaders, fostering a culture of innovation and sustainability within Deloitte and beyond.