Three to Jive
The GoI has modified Eco Mark, while Maharashtra is addressing ocean plastic pollution and recognizing temperature rise both day and night
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Bahrain Takes a Leap Towards a Sustainable Future
The recent POWERELEC conference in Bahrain highlighted the country's unwavering commitment to achieving net-zero emissions.
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Drive mind-set change for effective DEI Implementation
They debated the missing links and emphasized the significance of the policy push for DEI to progress further.
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Nestlé Replaces Plastic with New Paper-Based Packaging
Nestlé claims to have reduced plastic use by 90% in vital proteins and packaging weight by 97% in sustainable coffee packs.
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Geothermal Power Plant on the Horizon
The latest is the addition of geothermal energy to the energy basket, with MNRE constituting a 11-member Task Force.
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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
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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.
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The Climate-Social Story of Kerala
This Social Story of Kerala is an unpresented social connect between human beings and communities being witnessed after the Wayanad tragedy
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NOT JUST A CLIMATE DISASTER?
The disaster in Wayanad, Kerala, is a stark reminder of the urgent need for action and accountability in climate change mitigation.
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Budget 2024: Expect more focus on climate action
There has been a lot of activity in the fight against climate change between the interim budget and the final budget scheduled for July 23
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A Milestone Amidst Climate Crisis
In our 50th newsletter, we are prompting a debate on whether the world is transitioning towards resilience or succumbing to climate crisis
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Is India ready to meet 400 GW peak power demand?
The growing economy and rising temperatures will further push peak power demand in the coming years.
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Presenting a right sustainability narrative imperative to achieve SDGs: IMC banking conference
Experts discussed the pivotal role that the banking, non-banking, and financial industry is playing in the government of India's ambitious financial inclusion drive during a day-long event
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Offset Measures, Implementation, Key to Tackle Climate Crisis
Four distinguished panelists discuss the profound effects of climate change on the planet, focusing on strategies to mitigate it
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World Environment Day: From Noise to Action
On this World Environment Day, WriteCanvas reiterates our commitment to shaping a positive climate narrative
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IFRS Foundation and EFRAG Publish Interoperability Guidance
The document is designed to reduce complexity, fragmentation, and duplication for companies applying both the ISSB Standards and ESRS
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Shifting sands: 5 Takeaways from Women@Work Survey
The Women@Work survey underscores the importance of GELs in boosting loyalty, productivity, and belongingness, emphasizing the need to combat gender bias.
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Why is the Social component important in ESG?
Our endeavor to focus on the social component of ESG is being widely appreciated. Our Editor, Sonal Desai, is in conversation with Vikram Shetty of 73bit with more details.
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Steel Nests and Soaring Temperatures: A Wake-Up Call from Kerala
Kerala has been experiencing extreme heat for over a month, potentially causing birds to abandon their nests and flee due to the scorching temperatures.
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FSI CSOs Taking Responsibility for Net-Zero Tasks
Over 70% of firms have a CSO, requiring agility in change, and over 50% hire for net-zero strategy delivery.
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Kerala High Court Sheds the Traditional Black for Summer
Lawyers and judges in the Kerala High Court have had the option to ditch black! In other words, the lawyers will be moving from black and white to all-white this…
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Green Hydrogen Gaining Steam
Hydrogen, it seems, is India's new Green Mine! Suddenly, everyone seems to be focused on the green hydrogen space.
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Breathe Easier: Indian Steel Industry Makes Strides in Decarbonization
The Indian steel industry is emerging as a frontrunner in decarbonization.
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AI Washing Eroding Trust in ESG Initiatives?
AI washing can undermine transparency and erode trust in ESG, creating further hurdles in recognizing genuine sustainability efforts.
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Water crisis can be a prefix
The water crisis globally is a cause for concern. A result of climate change and public apathy, it has sounded a warning bell for all.
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What does India’s rise of 14 places in UNDP’s Gender Inequality Index (GII) indicate?
The narrative is, however, evolving. And women are leading the change. Daughters and mothers are standing up for one another.
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WriteCanvas Joins Forces with GreenFi
WriteCanvas, a Mumbai-based knowledge powerhouse, has partnered with GreenFi, a Singapore-based company specializing in ESG risk analysis.
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Celebrating Women
A room full of successful women from various segments filled the atmosphere with laughter, enthusiasm, hope, and a chance to connect with like-minded people, to say the least.
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My Circle of Superwomen
The women in my life have been powerful forces, guiding and supporting me through thick and thin.
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The Paradox of Women’s Leadership
While celebrating the increasing number of women in senior leadership positions is crucial, a more sustainable approach is needed.
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PowerElec Nigeria 2024 to Fuel the Country’s Energy Sector
Organized by Verifair, Dubai, and the Africa Solar Industry Association (AFSIA), the event will be held from February 20–22, 2024, at the Landmark Centre, Lagos.
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Will India’s Budget Fuel Eco-Leap or Smog City Boom?
Union Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman may allocate funds for India's sustainable future in tomorrow's budget, despite potential populist sentiment.
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India’s Republic Day Parade Celebrated Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
The Republic Day parade was a powerful reminder that India's true strength lies in its diversity, especially women leading from the forefront
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Crowning Glory: WriteCanvas Wins Sustainable Steward Award!
This award cements our determination to provide creative and interactive narratives for clients who want to convey their green stories to stakeholders.
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Kerala’s Sports Summit Champions a Green Game
We at WriteCanvas are proud to be a part of the Sustainability Panel at the four-day sports summit -ISSK 2024, in Kerala
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“Ours is the only technology which can create water from thin air”
Water availability is a growing challenge with fast-depleting sources. But amidst the crisis, organizations like Maithri Aquatech are taking efforts to provide clean potable water to all the corners of…
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First Solar to Power India Manufacturing Facility with Cleantech Solar PPA
American Solar Company, First Solar, Inc. has entered into a 15-year, captive Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Cleantech Solar.
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India Grid Trust Signs $199 M Contract with ReNew Solar Urja
ReNew Solar's sale aligns with investor interest and strategy, generating $82 million in cash inflow.
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Textile MSMEs Embracing Sustainability
India is the only one with an end-to-end value chain and the USP of servicing small lot orders and niche hand-crafted textile products.
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Planetary Fever: Too Hot to Handle?
2023 wasn't just toasty for India; it was the hottest year for the entire planet. Extreme weather events fueled a feverish Earth.
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10 Words that Shaped Climate Conversation in 2023
Climate conversations dominated the sustainability landscape in the year 2023. I want to share 10 words that shaped these dialogues. These words give a glimpse into the diverse and ever-evolving…
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Climate action: Adapting or Mitigating?
The blog is the third narrative from WriteCanvas as part of our YEAR-ENDER Stories. We hope you will like the articles. Happy Reading.
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2023: A Year Defined by Climate Change
The blog is the first narrative from WriteCanvas as part of our YEAR-ENDER Stories. We hope you will like the articles. Please do write to us about the topics that…
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A Green Leap: Reliance & DBS Partner for Compressed Biogas Project
The collaboration will promote compressed biogas as a sustainable alternative and also address the challenge of unorganized agricultural residue management
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COP28: A Mixed Bag
The story on fossil fuels in COP28 was a mixed bag, with the damage and loss promised to appease proponents of climate action.
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All play, no work, watered down COP28
The Loss and Damage Fund probably leads the pack of success lists. After years of negotiations, a Loss and Damage Fund was finally established.
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Cyclone Michaung and the Urgent Need for Improved Disaster Management
Cyclone Michaung, which recently ravaged the southern Indian state of Tamil Nadu, serves as a stark reminder of the increasing frequency and intensity of climate-related disasters.
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Air India Adopts Aerowash for Sustainable Aircraft Cleaning
With the new automated cleaning technology, Air India will save up to 75,000 liters of water annually per aircraft.
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UAE Announces $30B Investment Vehicle for Climate Action
The UAE has announced a $30 billion investment vehicle for climate action. The vehicle will silence critics who questioned the choice of UAE, a fossil fuel-driven economy, to host COP28.
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Localized Climate Data and Loss & Damage Fund critical
The L&D fund and the localized data are not just measures of climate justice but also investments for future resilience.
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KBPO: Fossil Fuel Lobbyists attend UN Climate Talks more than 7000 Times
As per KBPO, fossil fuel lobbyists attend UN climate talks more than 7000 times to influence climate action.
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Marut Drones Launches India’s First Reforestation Drone
Marut Drones successfully used Seedcopter for its 'Hara Bahara' campaign, planting over one crore trees across India in 2022. The company aims to restore 900 forests by 2030.
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Southwest Airlines announces to be Net Zero by 2050
World’s largest low-cost airline, Southwest Airlines Co. has announced an updated sustainability strategy, Nonstop to Net Zero. This outlines the carrier's path toward its goal of achieving net zero carbon emissions…
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Sungrow Achieves 20GW Shipment Milestone in India
Sungrow entered the Indian market in 2014 with three offices in New Delhi, Mumbai, and Bengaluru. It established a manufacturing facility with a 10 GW annual capacity.
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Climate Action Stalls: Only 14% of Companies Meeting Targets
Just 14% of the companies reduced carbon emissions in line with the set climate action targets over the past five years
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Environmental concerns among consumers increasing due to extreme weather
A recently released study shows that consumers are willing to change their behavior as environmental concerns are increasing due to extreme weather
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Charging and Range Concerns in Slowing EVs Demand; S&P Survey
According to a survey by S&P Global Mobility, the two most prominent reasons are affordability and infrastructure concerns.
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Telangana Unveils Zero-Emission Truck Accelerator
The initiative aims to launch ZET pilot projects, establish ZET corridors through public-private collaboration, and pave the way for a substantial shift towards zero-emission trucks in the market, fostering innovation…
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Insufficient Action or Lack of Will to Implement?
In recent days, we have seen insufficient action by nations and corporates alike. For example, to meet its climate goals, the EU needs to cut its carbon emissions three times…
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S&P Global introduces Power Evaluator
The tool allows users to conduct custom valuations of existing and planned power plant assets, simulate the impact of plant acquisitions and divestments, track portfolio progress to Net Zero goals,…
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Skilling young India: National Skill Development join hands with Deakin University
The National Skill Development Corporation International and Australia’s Deakin University together have announced the Global Job Readiness Program for skiing young India.
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How will the energy scenario look like in 2030?
The energy scenario is set to change significantly by 2030, based on today’s policy settings, says a new IEA WEO 2023 report.
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Infosys, smart Europe sign pact for sustainable e-mobility
The Infosys-Smart Europe GmbH collaboration aims to boost digital sales and customer experience in the e-mobility era.
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DEI: What is prevalent, Greenwashing?
It is sad to see that greenwashing in each segment of ESG is prevalent. We have also noticed that the 'S' factor of ESG is the least cared for.
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OceanX, IOC/ UNESCO partner for Ocean Decade
OceanX, the global ocean exploration nonprofit, and the Intergovernmental Oceanographic Commission of UNESCO have signed an agreement to support the implementation of the United Nations Decade of Ocean Science for…
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IIM Udaipur installs 500 kW solar plant
More educational institutes are taking the sustainability road by adopting solar power aligning with their sustainability commitment
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DHL Express, World Energy Partner to Decarbonize Aviation
DHL Express and World Energy have signed a long-term strategic agreement to accelerate the decarbonization of aviation logistics
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Schneider Electric Strengthens DEI Commitment
For DEI, It has decided to appoint 200 ITI women students of the Electrician and Electronics stream annually for its Mysuru Campus
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Supply chain decarbonization needs collaborative approach
The G20 nations can enable the transformation of the supply chain in the logistics sector, which plays a pivotal role in economic development
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Make town planners accountable
The high and mighty, who document the checks and balances that infrastructure developers follow before issuing permissions, sadly don't follow-up once construction begins
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EU tightens stand against forced labour
The European Parliament voted to bar products made with forced labor from the EU market. The move will be ensured through a set of regulations to be put in place…
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REC set aside Rs 40000 cr for Green Hydrogen and Thermal projects
The state-owned REC Limited has signed three MoUs totalling Rs 40,358 crores to support and finance various projects in Odisha.
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Turning the green tide
Many framers across the country swiftly learned how to produce more regional indigenous crops, including millets.
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India’s message on climate change at Oscars 2024
This is probably the only film on a commercial scale that depicts the cruel face of the climate change disaster that shook Kerala. A state that sees rains at least…
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My fangirl moment with the great Dr Swaminathan
Dr Swaminathan enthusiastically spoke about new developments in agriculture, emphasized the need for more R&D, and the significance of the media's role in developing the correct narrative.
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20 Maharashtra Villages Benefit from HDFC Bank Climate Project
The Climate Project, which was launched in October 2020, covered 20 villages in Jafrabad aimed at helping the local people cope with adverse climate change vulnerabilities such as drought, heat waves, and…
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Navistar Joins the World’s Largest Corporate Sustainability Initiative
Navistar, Inc. has joined the United Nations' Global Compact initiative, the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative
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Indian approach and leadership key to achieve SDGs
A recent publication showcases 17 lighthouse initiatives aimed at achieving 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) by not-for-profit organizations and communities
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India’s Women Reservation Bill: paying way for DEI?
As a sustainability warrior, I see the historic women's reservation bill passed by the Indian Parliament on September 20, 2023 as a pave blocker for DEI.
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Spirituality with a changing mindset
Being in Mumbai for more than 2 decades and a journalist who has covered the immersions of Ganpati Bappa from 1.5 days to the last day, I can confidently say…
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15% SDGs on track due to climate change and extreme weather
Despite some unavoidable climate changes, every fraction of a degree and ton of CO2 matters to limit global warming and achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
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Water crisis at the time of floods
While the world is busy pointing fingers at climate change, I am also noticing an alarming scare! Lack of potable drinking water in the climate disaster affected areas.
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Indian automotive sector: in pursuit of sustainability
The auto sector accounts for 4.5% of India's merchandise exports, it is also responsible for 1.4% of the country's annual greenhouse-gas emissions. Implementing sustainability priorities could help India achieve net-zero…
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NABARD and UNDP India join hands for innovations in agriculture
The organisations will work to improve lives and livelihoods of smallholder farmers by sharing open-source data for product development, transferring technology and supporting the framing of agrarian policies
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Resilience in climate crisis: think transformative
The report comes on the back of a series of unprecedented and extreme weather events, including wildfires across the globe, record-breaking heat waves in Europe, and intensifying air pollution and flooding in Asia.
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SRK becomes first diamond company in the world to adopt SBTi
Surat-based Shree Ramkrishna Exports Pvt. Ltd. (SRK), become the first diamond company in the world to commit to Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi)’s guidelines.
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G20 Presidency: will India lead climate action agenda?
While there is a lot of brouhaha for the meeting and global sustainability community is looking at us with hawk eyes, I am a tad worried. That is because the…
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Sinopec Launches 10,000 Ton Green Hydrogen Project
The Sinopec Xinjiang Kuqa Green Hydrogen Project is a pilot project and is expected to produce 20,000 tons of green hydrogen annually, at full capacity
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E-Tractors to boost sustainable agriculture in India
Agriculture, primary source of livelihood for nearly 55% of Indian population, feeds *1.3 billion people and contributes to the GDP
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Biodiversity ‘City’ and ‘Center’
At the onset, one cannot question the Indian government’s intent to preserve biodiversity. However, on the other hand, the Union Ministry for Forest, Environment and Climate Action has made amendments…
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Urgent Action: Red Cross Battles Climate Crisis Impact
In comparison to a decade earlier, the American Red Cross is today dealing with over twice as many significant disasters within the United States.
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Decoding the ESG matrix: Understanding the factors that shape it
Globally, the political landscape, protests, the potential to manipulate the numbers, and the practise of "greenwashing" are a few issues dominating the sustainability landscape.
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Sajjan Jindal suggests four measures to mitigate climate risks
Outlining the four measures revolve around clean energy, climate finance, equitable distribution and circular economy, Mr Jindal called for global collaboration to meet Net Zero targets.
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Rockefeller Foundation injects $5M into Amazon Reforestation Fund
This financial donation is a part of a bigger $100 million funding plan created to support the largest biodiverse reforestation project with a goal of removing carbon from the region.
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COP28 Unveils Innovative Global Accountability and Inclusivity Program
COP28 UAE, will concentrate its efforts on advancing a just, orderly and equitable energy transition; fixing climate finance; putting nature, lives and livelihoods at the heart of climate action; and…
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Who is widening the gender diversity gap in India?
I have noticed that business organizations of late have started taking a strong stance in favor of diversity by promoting gender parity. The focus is on inclusion and Diversity, Equity,…
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JinkoSolar to Co-Chair B20 India’s Taskforce Driving Tech and Innovation JinkoSolar to Co-Chair B20 India’s Taskforce Driving Tech and Innovation
The B20 India has already commenced work on a series of discussions and recommendation proposals related to, among others, policy recommendations and interventions required to promote and accelerate technology, innovation…
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AR Rahman develops sonic compositions for M&M EVs
The sonic identity encompasses more than 75 unique sounds tailored for various aspects of Mahindra's forthcoming all-new portfolio of global electric SUVs.
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Swiggy expands sustainable transportation fleet
Swiggy—an on-demand convenience platform, has expanded its electric vehicle (EV) partner portfolio. The company has announced a vehicle partnership with Taiwanese company Gogoro.
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Google joins blockchain platform to sell SAF credits to business customers
Google has added offering sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) credits to business customers, as a part of its carbon emissions initiative.
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India’s green mobility push with 10,000 E-Buses
Ten thousand e-buses will be deployed under the PPP model, but priority will be given to those cities which do not have an organized bus service
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How is solar power transforming lives of 40,000 people in West Africa?
A solar power adoption initiative which included installing 24 solar-powered water pumps and five solar-powered vaccine refrigerators—all operational, changed the lives of the communities living in Kalalé.
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How difficult is India’s biofuel journey?
The country has taken the biofuel road to reduce the import of fossil fuels that top the vehicular energy requirements. The adoption will also reduce pollution, save forex and support…
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Airtel introduces environmentally conscious debit card
Production of every batch of 50,000 r-PVC cards results in a noteworthy reduction of 350 kilograms of carbon emissions. In addition, the manufacturing of r-PVC cards leads to a remarkable…
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Nuclear energy powering sustainable power across the world
Though India has advanced in renewable energy capacity addition through wind and solar, considering its infirm nature and low PLF, nuclear energy becomes a much more economical choice for the…
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ICICI Bank’s RE Thrust
ICICI Bank is aligned with the government’s push in areas like renewable energy, green hydrogen, electric mobility, sustainable buildings and water security
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Climate change: Impacts women more?
Among the many effects of rapid climate change, women are finding it harder to manage their domestic responsibilities—like cleaning, cooking, and gathering resources—and caring for the elderly as well as…
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Railways to set up MRF for waste management
In line with Indian Railways policy, we target to reduce water consumption by 20% by 2023 and have set up MRF (material recovery facilities) for waste management in more than…
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Hybrid cargo vessels to drive the electric ship industry
The future of the electric ship industry lies with hybrid cargo vessels, says a report published by IDTechEx report titled Electric Boats & Ships 2024-2044.
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Forests and carbon emissions: the tide will turn
European Union on June 29, 2023, introduced a regulation on deforestation-free products. How this translates into real-world scenario is this: operators trading these commodities in the EU market must have…
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Leadership, political will & affordability required to address Climate
An Amazon delivery boy jumped into the customer’s pool to beat the heat. To many, this may present a comical respite. But for me, the incident highlights the severity of…
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A natural response to counteract man-made disasters
Cloud bursts, torrential rains, floods, landslides, and soaring temperatures experienced during heat waves—I dare to believe that these events are nature's way of curbing the man-made disasters we have inflicted…
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When will the dry spell end?
Over the past few years, I have noticed a considerable jump in my electricity usage. Can somebody explain the reason for this noticeable increase in my electricity consumption?
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Budgetary support to unlock potential for pumped hydro energy storage Projects
Out of the estimated 5 GW of PHES capacity that may be commissioned over the next five fiscal years, 2.8 GW is already under construction
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How these 5 cement companies are mapping their sustainability journey
As the world’s second-largest cement producer after China, let us look at how Indian cement manufacturers progress on their RE 100 EP 100 commitment.
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Plastiglomerate or plastic rock hybrid found on Indian shores
The discovery of plastiglomerate on the shores of Andaman is concerning. It sounds warning bells for all of us to reduce plastic consumption, recycle and thereby, decrease plastic waste.
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Golden era for wind energy in India?
only 41% of projects awarded by SECI during fiscals 2018-21 got commissioned till December 2022. 23% were cancelled and the balance was delayed on account of issues in land acquisition,…
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How different is CSR from ESG or BRSR?
Don’t CSR activities cover for ESG? How different is BRSR reporting from BRR? Is it really going to affect my organization as the size is comparatively smaller?
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Five challenges hindering ESG adoption in India
India can become an attractive destination for ESG investments and contribute to a more sustainable future
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Key Takeaways From CoP27
Here are the five key takeaways from the recently concluded CoP27
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India Moves Two Ranks In Climate Performance Index
India ranks 8th among 59 countries in climate action.
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World Leader @CoP27
The four world leaders, Mr Narendra Modi, Prime Minister of India; Mr Joe Biden,
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CoP27: India’s Agenda
Climate change refers to long-term shifts in temperatures and weather patterns,
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India At CoP27
Protecting the environment remains the cornerstone in the policy-making of India:
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Is India Progressing On The Green Funding Path?
Latest reports suggest that the country’s RE developers raised more than $15 bn through overseas green bonds.
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Sustainability is key for manufacturing: Jindal Stainless
Sustainability has taken the centre stage in the manufacturing sector.
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ICAI joins 12 others to form Sustainability Standards Advisory Forum
The Institute of Chartered Accountants India (ICAI) along with 12 other entities have come together to form a Sustainability Standards Advisory Forum
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Kerala Diaries -2
Here is a second snippet I want to share after I wrote the first blog on my Kerala Diaries.
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An agenda for change: Achieving sustainability to improve efficiency
Sustainability or green initiatives have set as a wider canvas for companies to define a set of standards to be more environmentally conscious.
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