Unnikrishnan D. Nair
Senior Climate Change Specialist, Climate Change and Sustainable Development Department, Asian Development Bank

Unnikrishnan Nair is a climate finance and sustainability leader with over 22 years of experience across Asia-Pacific, Africa, and the Caribbean. His expertise covers agriculture, forestry, coastal management, and rural and peri-urban development, with a strong focus on building resilience in vulnerable communities. At ADB, he leads South Asia climate efforts. He has held senior roles at the Commonwealth Secretariat, UNFCCC, GIZ India, and ITC Ltd, advancing climate policy, finance, and land use initiatives.

Case Study

Financial readiness and pre-arranged support reduce delays, protect budgets, and enable faster, more efficient rebuilding.