ALOK SHARMA
Refining, petrochemicals and Energy Tranisition
Refining Catalysts Petrochemicals Energy Transition Hydrogen Gasification Biofuels Vehicular Emissions and Standards Carbon Capture Talent Management and capacity building for oil & gas sector
About
Dr. Alok Sharma, a Chemical Engineering graduate from IIT-Delhi, brings decades of continuous experience in the downstream energy sector. As Director (R&D) and Board Member at Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., Dr. Sharma currently spearheads initiatives in refining, catalyst development, and research and development across cutting-edge domains such as hydrogen, gasification, solar, biofuels, CO2 capture, and energy storage. His innovative contributions are highlighted by more than 60 granted patents spanning India and international territories. Throughout his distinguished career, Dr. Sharma has received numerous honors, including the 2025 IIT Delhi Alumni Association's Outstanding Contribution to National Development Award, the India Climate Champion in Innovation and Technology Samman 2025 from CMAI, and the Leadership Excellence in Technology Award 2024 from GRPC. An Endeavour’s Fellowship Award recipient from the Government of Australia, Dr. Sharma is also a renowned expert and active participant in multiple national and international committees.
Expertise
Expertise Areas: Operations Strategic Leadership
Expertise Categories: Operational Excellence Strategic Thinking
Qualifications & Certifications
PhD Honoris Causa’ from Manav Rachna International Institute Of Research And Studies 2025
M.Tech (Process Engineering & Design), I.I.T Delhi, India, 1990, CGPA 9.5, Rank 2.
B.E(Chemical engineering) , Gujarat University, 1989, 77.8%. Rank 1.
Previous Clients
Oil & Gas Sector in India
Delivery
Delivery Method: Hybrid
Locations: Asia, Global / Worldwide
Delivery Languages: English