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The business landscape is rapidly evolving, and traditional notions of what defines corporate success continue to shift significantly. Increasingly, leading companies are aligning their growth and financial goals with sustainable development practices. Globally, ‘Environment, Social and Governance’ (ESG) oriented investing has seen a meteoric rise. According to Bloomberg Media’s ‘Sustainable…

In the ever-evolving landscape of environmental consciousness and sustainability, the Climate Innovation segment emerges as a beacon of hope, driving transformative solutions to address pressing climate challenges. This sector is marked by a surge in innovative technologies, strategies, and products aimed at mitigating the impact of climate change and fostering…

In a world where environmental consciousness, social equity, and responsible governance are shaping the way industries operate, India’s real estate sector is embracing change with remarkable optimism. The principles of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) are ushering in a new era of sustainable building practices, perfectly aligned with India’s unique…

Achieving carbon net-zero is a priority for Governments worldwide, for which it is vital to reduce carbon emissions to attain mid-term carbon neutrality. India’s aspiration of reaching 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030 necessitates reducing dependency on imports.  The Government’s support to initiatives like Production-Linked Incentive (PLI) schemes helps to…

04 Oct 2023 The construction equipment sector serves as the backbone of infrastructure development and economic progress in India. With its dynamic landscape characterised by diverse projects, ranging from urban expansion to rural rejuvenation, addressing the varying needs of this sector through Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles holds the key to…

08 Aug 2023 The B20 and the global business community have been and continue to play a vital role in shaping actions and producing instruments to address today’s pressing challenges.  India’s G20 presidency comes at a time when most countries are in the midst of post-pandemic recoveries, rising inflation and…

20 Jun 2023 Plastics are widely used because of their many unique properties. Plastic products and packaging are light, durable, chemically inert and cheap. Packaging is the largest application of plastics: globally 31% of total volume of plastics consumed were for packaging applications in 2019. In India, 56% of the total plastics…

02 May 2023 Climate change is a complex global issue that requires a multi-faceted approach to combat its effects. The major causes of climate change are identified as the generation of power and manufacturing goods by burning of fossil fuels, deforestation, unwise use of transportation services, producing food, and growing…

31 Mar 2023 The foundation for sustainable economic growth relies on four determinants: people, natural resources, capital, and technology. Over the years, this foundation has been instrumental in uplifting billions of people out of poverty, particularly in the G20 countries. However, to sustain this progress, it is essential to build…

27 Sep 2023 Rice, a dietary staple for more than half of the global population, plays a vital role in nourishing billions. Nevertheless, rice cultivation presents a significant environmental dilemma: the management of rice straw. Burning crop residues remains a significant contributor to air pollution in rural areas, with far-reaching…