About

Focus Areas


Impact Finance & Investments

ESG & Regenerative Systems

Climate & Sustainability

Emerging & Future Tech

Cultural Activism

Deepa Sai

I work at the intersection of capital, sustainability, and community—building ecosystems grounded in equity and designed for lasting impact.

As Director at EcoHQ, I drives the platform’s work at the intersection of climate, sustainability, innovation, and strategy — helping startups, organisations, and funds navigate industry transitions through insights, advisory, and ecosystem collaboration.

I also advise and consult for funds, quasi-government bodies, venture studios, non-profits, and startups through my ventures TN W.O.M.E.N, Zha VC and Aarambam Foundation.

My work spans climate-tech, sustainability-tech, emerging tech, international education, and the global creative economy. I specialise in business strategy, thought leadership, partnerships, market intelligence, and ecosystem enablement.

I have completed global fellowships in climate, sustainability, social entrepreneurship, and startup consulting, bringing a multidisciplinary lens to every role I take on. My background in psychology, social work, HR, and communications adds depth to my approach to inclusive innovation.

My work has spanned disability rights, mental health, public health, child rights, substance dependence, waste management, and community development—reflecting a lifelong commitment to equity and intersectional change.

Fellowships

I have completed three global climate fellowships at Terra.doOnePointFive Degree Academy and Climatebase.

I have also undergone startup fellowships at Xartup, Wadhwani NEN, MCC-MRF’s Idea Booster Lab and Maker Asylum’s SDG School.

I’ve been featured in PushstartThe Good Loop, Good Market and Professional Failures. I am also a Catalyst2030 member and a mentor at #OpenDoorClimate. I am also a certified GreenSignature™ DEI Advocate.

Expertise

Successful experience in managing businesses, driving growth and implementing business strategies

10+ years of experience in working with startups, incubators, accelerators, NGOs and investment firms

Enabled businesses in Sustainability, Climate, ESG and Social Impact

Projects undertaken in Communications, Strategic Consulting, Though Leadership Advisory, Communications and Creative Strategy

Guided and supported people in their transition to the sustainability, climate and impact industries