Charlotte Steiner
India Research & Outreach Specialist, International
Charlotte Steiner specializes in research and media that advance clean energy, health, and equity around the world. She works with the India and Global Strategies teams to support NRDC's international policy agenda—including efforts to promote clean energy, improve air quality, and mainstream green finance. She also works cross-programmatically to reduce the use of toxic chemicals in consumer goods and manufacturing both at home and abroad. Prior to joining NRDC, she worked in Shanghai, Hong Kong, and Beijing. Steiner holds a bachelor's degree from Middlebury College and is fluent in Mandarin and French. She is based in NRDC's Santa Monica office.
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From Planning to Action: How Two Indian Cities Are Building Resilience to Extreme Heat
Expert BlogIndiaCharlotte Steiner, Sameer Kwatra, Prima Madan
With heat waves on the rise, more cities are taking urgent action to safeguard vulnerable communities and save lives.
Road Testing Electric Mobility in Rural India
Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra, Charlotte Steiner
Owning a two-wheeler in villages is not just for transportation, it is a symbol of independence, providing economic freedom and improved access to markets and small businesses. As India strives to meet transportation needs in rural areas, there is a…
Ceiling Fans as an Energy Efficient Cooling Solution
Expert BlogIndiaSameer Kwatra, Prima Madan, Charlotte Steiner
For more than 1 billion people, ceiling fans are the primary way to keep cool during hot Indian summers, particularly in rural or low-income areas where affordability is a significant factor. While only about 6-8% of households have air conditioners…
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The Road from Paris: India's Progress Towards Its Climate Pledge
Issue BriefIndiaCharlotte Steiner, Sameer Kwatra, Dr. Vyoma Jha
Energizing Freight: Policy Toolkit for Medium and Heavy-Duty Truck Electrification in India (PDF)
Policy GuideIndiaCharlotte Steiner, Sameer Kwatra
Freight transport is central to India’s economy: the transport sector’s large, diverse network of trucks, cars, planes and ships plays the pivotal role of ensuring smooth delivery of goods and services for India’s more than 1.4 billion people. India currently...
NRDC Experts and Events at COP26
OverviewUnited States, International, Canada, IndiaManish Bapna, Sarah Dougherty, Brendan Guy, Carolina Herrera, Sameer Kwatra, Jennifer Skene, Lisa Speer, Anthony Swift, Charlotte Steiner, Jake Schmidt, Doug Sims
NRDC joins the United Nations global climate talks to hold global warming to 1.5 degrees Celsius, drive commitments to green finance, and promote nature-based solutions.