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Gopalika Arora is Deputy Director at the Centre for Economy and Growth at the Observer Research Foundation, where she leads the Centre’s work on climate and energy. Her research focuses on climate finance, energy transition, adaptation, and resilient and sustainable development pathways. Prior to joining ORF, Gopalika worked on projects with state governments and international development partners, contributing to State Action Plans on Climate Change, climate public expenditure assessments, and carbon markets. Her work also supported the development of evidence-based frameworks to improve climate investment planning and strengthen the effectiveness of public finance. She has authored policy briefs, op-eds, and reports for ORF and government stakeholders on mobilising and aligning climate finance to support low-carbon transitions, expand access to clean energy, and strengthen adaptation. She regularly contributes to international policy forums and conferences. She holds a master’s degree in Economics.
