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
IGIA First Indian Airport to be Net Zero Under ACI
IGIA has achieved its target by adopting renewable energy, developing green airport infrastructures, promoting electric vehicles, and implementing zero waste to landfill programs
GOI Planning Rs 15,000 Crore Green Initiative for MSMEs
Green initiatives for MSMEs will focus on establishing material recovery facilities (MRFs) and managing post-consumption product treatment
President, PM put Climate at the Centre stage
Both the prime minister and the President stressed the need to mitigate climate change; each emphasized the emergency to act
Inclusive Workforce Must be the Norm
As per a recent report, 40 percent of women face discrimination at work. Is an inclusive workforce a distant dream?
Ignoring Dams: At Whose Cost?
Dams, long-standing resilient to climate change risks, are now facing significant challenges due to recent events and their resulting impacts.
Shipbuilding Policy 2.0 Promotes Recycling
The shipbuilding policy 2.0 includes a recycling credit note scheme, fixed shipbuilder subsidies, and three maritime clusters
Sovereign Green Bonds May be Traded at IFSC
The Indian government introduced sovereign Green Bonds in FY 23 to mobilize funds for sustainable public sector projects.
Thermal Power Back in Focus
Private sector companies like Adani Power, JSW Energy, and Tata Power are refocusing on thermal power to meet rising electricity demand
IFC, Citi Partner for Sustainable Supply Chain
The partnership is the first project under the umbrella of a $2 billion global sustainable supply chain finance program for emerging markets
Carbon Removal Budget to Tackle Climate Change
A recent Oxford University study published in Carbon Management supports a new “Carbon Removal Budget” as a strategy to combat climate change
COP29: Hope for Climate Mitigation and Climate Fund
Climate incidents have played global havoc. The loss and damage are yet to be established. All eyes are now on COP29
