HUL Merges ESG, CSR for Stronger Governance
HUL has merged its ESG and CSR committees for streamlined sustainability governance; Tarun Bajaj chairs the new body
L&T Finance Empowers Tribal Gujarat with Integrated Digital and Climate Resilience Initiatives
L&T Finance’s Digital Sakhis will spread Digital Financial Literacy to 2 lakh beneficiaries, while Jalvaibhav 2.0 will benefit over 5,000 farmers.
India urged to establish dedicated ESG oversight body to combat greenwashing
A parliamentary panel has recommended that the MCA establish a dedicated oversight body to combat greenwashing and penalize fraudulent ESG claims, moving beyond the current disclosure-based system.
CSR Spend on Skilling Seen as Key to Unlocking India’s Global Labour Potential
CSR investment in skilling is vital for India to tap into global labor demand, says CRISIL.
Infosys Unveils Ambitious ESG Vision 2030
The revised framework from Infosys outlines aspirations across climate change, water and waste management, digital skilling, workplace inclusivity, and corporate governance
When Green Goes Grey: How Assam’s Indigenous Community’s Unwavering Resolve Paved the Way for a Global Shift
ADB has cancelled a loan for Assam Solar Park in Karbi Anglong, a significant victory for the Indigenous community, emphasizing social justice, human rights, and environmental stewardship
USAID Void and India’s Opportunity for CSR to Step Up
Can corporate social responsibility (CSR) funds, mandated by the Companies Act, 2013, step up and evolve to prioritize innovation in lieu of USAID?
Water ATM in Chotila to Provide 24/7 Drinking Water for Locals & Highway Truckers
The Water ATM is designed to serve local residents, truck drivers, and travellers along the NH-47 highway, the facility features a water treatment plant with a 500 LPH processing capacity.
Kerala’s CSR and Sustainability Leap
12 organizations across the start-up, mid-size and large enterprises bagged CSR and sustainability awards for outstanding initiatives and the social impact
CSR vs. ESG: Not Identical Twins
There is a common misperception that achieving CSR or Corporate Social Responsibility means achieving ESG objectives.
Is S the Blindspot in ESG?
Yesterday evening marked a major milestone for WriteCanvas and ASSOCHAM. Having released the synopsis of research report Is S the Blindspot in ESG? In June, we released the detailed survey.
How is the ICICI Bank Propelling its SDG Journey?
Last fiscal, the ICICI Bank propelled its SDG Journey a step further. Here are some initiatives that stand out
