Coal CSR Framework Targets Green Credits
India’s Ministry of Coal will create a new, sector-specific CSR framework, urging companies to quantify environment efforts to earn ‘Green Credits’ and prioritize local needs
Green AI: The New Mandate for Enterprise Leaders
In an era of climate urgency and digital acceleration, enterprises are rethinking how they build, deploy, and scale artificial intelligence (green AI).
500 Global Launches Program to Scale Sustainable Startups in Global South
The initiative, backed by the Shell Foundation and the UK Government, aims to scale startups that provide both market returns and measurable impact
AIIB Sustainability Report Details Climate Risks, Emissions
The sustainability report applies the new International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) disclosure framework
India’s Sustainable Debt: Navigating SEBI’s New ESG Framework
SEBI’s expanded ESG framework is poised to transform India’s sustainable debt market.
Air Pollution Suffocating Progress
India faces a severe air pollution crisis, significantly impacting health, economy, and ESG considerations, necessitating immediate and comprehensive solutions.
Basel Committee Unveils Voluntary Climate Risk Disclosure for Banks
The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) has released a new voluntary framework for banks to disclose climate-related financial risks, marking a significant step towards integrating environmental considerations into global banking practices.
Bonn Climate Talks Open with Finance Fight
The 2025 UN Climate Conference in Bonn faced immediate hurdles as developing nations clashed with the European Union and its allies on critical issues of climate finance and trade measures.
PM Modi Pushes Climate Fund at G7, Urges Fair Climate Action
Prime Minister Narendra Modi called for stronger global support on climate action during the G7 summit in Italy. He urged developed nations to fulfill their promises on climate finance and technology transfer. He urged developed nations to deliver on their financial commitments. Technology transfer is also crucial, he stated. Modi emphasized the global threat posed
Businesses Must Rethink Sustainability Strategies
The Council on Sustainability has urged businesses to rethink sustainability strategies.
Nilekani to Lead India’s Power Reforms Panel, Eyeing Digital Energy Grid
Nandan Nilekani, co-founder of Infosys and architect of India’s Aadhaar system, is poised to head a high-level task force aimed at transforming the nation’s power sector.
Green MSMEs on the Rise
A new report from SIDBI spotlights a significant and encouraging trend — the rapid expansion of “Green MSMEs” throughout India.
