CSR vs. ESG: Not Identical Twins
There is a common misperception that achieving CSR or Corporate Social Responsibility means achieving ESG objectives.
Just transitions must be Just: India at COP29
India’s intervention emphasized the importance of justice in climate action and the need for a broader understanding of ‘Just Transitions’
Chennai, the New Green Lung: A City’s Commitment to Sustainability
Chennai, a city that has always held a special place in my heart, has undergone a remarkable transformation over the years.
ISO Announces ISO ESG Implementation Principles
ISO has released the principles amid increasing ESG scrutiny and regulations like CSRD, the Modern Slavery Act, and IFRS S1 and S2
CERC proposes New Carbon Credit Trading Regulations
CERC aims to establish a transparent and well-defined framework for Carbon Credit Certificate trading on power exchanges
Renewable Energy Adoption Fast Paced, but Challenges Persist
COP29 underscores the significance of renewable energy, with nations pledging billions to transition to a greener future, highlighting the need for collective initiatives and positive policy frameworks
88% Executives Plan to Increase IT spending for Sustainability: IBM
However, the IBM survey found a notable gap between top executives and their employees regarding sustainability expectations and perceptions
BESS Projects in India get $300 M Push
EnerGrid plans to develop transmission and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects worth $1.2 billion in the coming years
How Private Equity can Optimize ESG for Value Creation?
Private equity firms can position portfolio companies as sustainability leaders, attracting a wider range of bidders and making auction procedures more competitive
India Launches Platform to Accelerate Green Energy Transition
The platform will assist states in creating energy transition blueprints, project implementation, and fostering innovation in emerging technologies
MDBs Pledge $120B Climate Finance
Multilateral development banks (MDBs) have pledged $120 billion in climate finance for countries to achieve climate outcomes
COP29 Leaders Discuss Benefits of International Carbon Market Standards
Three COP 29 leaders emulate how International Carbon Market Standards and the actual implementation will enable the world to mitigate climate action
