In a world increasingly defined by climate uncertainty, a few individuals are not merely studying the crisis — they are helping nations prepare for it. Abinash Mohanty, Global Sector Head, Climate Change & Sustainability, is one such changemaker. An IPCC AR6 reviewer, creator of India's first Climate Vulnerability Index, and a globally respected voice in climate adaptation, Abinash has spent over 15 years working at the intersection of climate science, public policy, water security, resilience planning, and adaptation finance.