Aniruddha Sharma is the CEO & Chair of Carbon Clean, a UK-based leader in carbon capture technology. Since co-founding the company in 2009, Aniruddha has played a pivotal role in revolutionizing industrial decarbonization, focusing on sectors such as steel, cement, refineries, and waste-to-energy. Under his leadership, Carbon Clean has developed cutting-edge technology that significantly reduces the cost and space required for carbon capture, making it viable for hard-to-abate industries. Carbon Clean has garnered multiple accolades, including the 2022 BNEF Pioneer Award, and has established itself as a key player in global sustainability efforts.
What Makes Them Innovative
Aniruddha’s innovation is in redesigning carbon capture technology to be 10 times smaller and more cost effective than traditional solutions, accelerating decarbonization across key industries. His leadership at Carbon Clean fosters a culture of creative risk-taking, pushing his team to embrace bold, unconventional ideas. By championing experimentation and bottom-up innovation, Aniruddha drives the company’s growth and success in a rapidly evolving industry.