Preeti Srivastav – Leading sustainability transformation with courage, clarity and collaboration

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Who is Preeti Srivastav?

Preeti Srivastav is a sustainability leader committed to driving positive environmental and social change to create a better future for all.

Preeti currently serves as the Group Head of Sustainability for Asahi, a leading global food and beverage company with annual revenues exceeding JPY 2.8 Trillion (USD 19.6 Billion). Asahi operates in more than 100 markets with a globally recognized portfolio of brands that includes premium beers such as Asahi Super Dry, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Kozel, Pilsner Urquell, and Grolsch.

Awards & Recognition

    • Winner: Executive of the Year Award at Global Sustainability and ESG Awards 2024

    • Finalist: Sustainability Trailblazer Award at Reuters Events Sustainability Awards 2024

    • Shortlist: Woman of the Year at Women in Green Business Awards 2025

    • Shortlist: Sustainability Leader of the Year at World Sustainability Awards 2025

Preeti Srivastav of Asahi at Climate Week NYC 2024

About

Preeti Srivastav is a sustainability leader committed to driving positive environmental and social change to create a better future for all. 


Preeti currently serves as the Group Head of Sustainability for Asahi, a leading global food and beverage company with annual revenues exceeding JPY 2.8 Trillion (USD 19.6 Billion). Asahi operates in more than 100 markets with a globally recognized portfolio of brands that includes premium beers such as Asahi Super Dry, Peroni Nastro Azzurro, Kozel, Pilsner Urquell, and Grolsch.

As a member of the executive leadership team, Preeti leads the development and implementation of the company’s global sustainability strategy. Her leadership has been instrumental in integrating sustainability across all levels of the organization, earning Asahi multiple sustainability awards during her tenure. 

In addition to her role at Asahi, Preeti currently serves as a board member of the UN Global Compact and is Co-Chair of the World Federation of Advertisers’ Planet Pledge. Preeti also advises on climate change as a technical expert for the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC) and the European Commission. Previously, she has served as a Board Member for the Climate Group’s RE100 and Galvanizing the Groundswell of Climate Actions.

With over 20 years of experience, Preeti has been a driving force in redefining and integrating sustainability across five key pillars: planet, people, profit, portfolio, and purpose—working with companies, governments, non-profits, and institutions across diverse geographies. 

Before joining Asahi, she consulted on sustainability as a director at a Nobel Prize-winning consultancy and also worked closely with climate NGOs such as Greenpeace and We Mean Business, a coalition that played a key role in the historic Paris Agreement at COP21.

A recognised thought leader, Preeti has received numerous awards for her leadership in sustainability, including Executive of the Year at the Global Sustainability and ESG Awards in 2024.

Speaking

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Preeti at UNGC UK Annual Summit

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Testimonials

  • "Preeti was a model member of the RE100 Advisory Committee. In particular, she has always been forthcoming, stepping forward and getting the conversation going with useful inputs and ideas. Preeti is proactive and willing to roll up her sleeves, putting in extra hours and offering additional input beyond the main meetings, including providing critical insights into Japan and helping us to build out our work plan there. She has also frequently challenged our thinking with insightful perspectives and questions, and she has proven adept at putting herself in our shoes, taking time to understand the issues that we face and offering sound strategic advice."

    —Ross Mitchell, RE100 Senior Campaign Manager, Climate Group

  • "We were delighted to welcome Preeti as co-chair of the WFA Planet Pledge in 2023. Throughout her tenure, she has played a pivotal role in steering key projects and has been an invaluable sounding board for the WFA team. She has been instrumental in championing the role of sustainability in marketing, ensuring that brand leaders integrate environmental responsibility into their strategies. Her leadership in our quarterly forums has driven meaningful value for Planet Pledge signatories, translating commitments into actionable, high-impact outcomes. The team and I are excited to continue working with Preeti and would like to express our deep appreciation for her partnership, leadership, and unwavering energy."

    —Stephan Loerke, CEO,  World Federation of Advertisers

Insights

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Preeti at UNGC Leaders Summit 2024

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