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Sohasini Sudtharalingam

Sohasini Sudtharalingam

Expert in sustainable economic growth and international development

London, England, United Kingdom
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Summary

Sohasini Sudtharalingam is a Partner in the International Projects Group at BDO UK LLP, focusing on Sustainable Economic Growth in developing countries. She leads multi-disciplinary teams in designing and delivering complex projects for donors and governments in emerging and transitional economies, leveraging her extensive experience in international development and strategy consulting. co+1
She possesses a strong academic background with a PhD and MEng in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from Imperial College London. Her doctoral research involved microgeneration technologies, demonstrating a foundation in complex engineering and a commitment to sustainable solutions. She also completed a Sustainable Finance course at Cambridge University. ieee+2
Before joining BDO, Sohasini spent nine years as a Senior Manager and Portfolio Manager at Strategy& (part of the PwC network), where she managed infrastructure and economic development projects, including DFID's Girls Education Challenge in East Africa. Her experience spans both strategic advisory and direct project management in global contexts. pwc+1
Sohasini is actively involved in mentorship and ESG initiatives at BDO, serving as a CEDAR mentor and contributing to the CEDAR London Executive Committee. She also acts as Project Director for Manufacturing Africa, an initiative aimed at fostering sustainable manufacturing growth across the continent, showcasing her leadership in development programs. co+2

Work

Education

Projects

Writing

Workshop Report 33: Energy, Health, Education Nexus and Concluding Workshop for Asia

December 1, 2017

Contributed to a Global Young Academy workshop report, highlighting the role of women in energy, water, sanitation, and agriculture in smart villages.

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The gravity model

November 1, 2017

Co-authored a PwC publication related to international development and economic models.

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Urban WASH and health - cause and effect?

January 1, 2015

Authored a LinkedIn article discussing the interconnectedness of urban water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) with public health.

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UK Microgeneration Part II: Technology Overviews

January 1, 2010

Co-authored a paper reviewing various microgeneration technologies and their potential in the UK context, focusing on electrical aspects. Published in the Journal of International Council on Electrical Engineering (JICEE).

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UK Microgeneration Part I: policy and behavioural aspects

Co-authored a critical review of literature concerning government policy and behavioural aspects of UK microgeneration, focusing on non-technical barriers and drivers.

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Hobbies

Enjoys playing badminton. co

Has a passion for travelling. co

Considers herself a foodie. co