Sany India Launches Made-in-India Hybrid Mining Truck
Sany India has launched a 10-tonne made-in-India hybrid mining dump truck.
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Waaree Energies Establishes 5.4 GW Solar Cell Gigafactory Facility in Gujarat
The solar cell gigafactory will provide 9,500 direct jobs and around 30,000 indirect employment opportunities,…
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Blackrock CEO Fink Skips Mentioning ESG in Annual Letter
In the Blackrock CEO Larry Fink’s 2025 letter, words like ESG, climate change and sustainability…
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The story of Renewable Energy Growth in India
Renewable energy adoption is rapidly expanding, with installed capacity increasing from 81,593 MW in 2015…
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France Italy Slovakia called for EU carbon roll-back
Documents show that these countries are pressuring the EU to dilute and simplify CBAM due…
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SEC steps back from defending 2024 climate regulation
Publicly traded companies in the US will no longer need to disclose their climate emissions…
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Kenya: A Success Story in the Transition to Renewable Energy
In this second part, Peter Waihenya talks about how Kenya is setting a benchmark in…
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SEBI mandates green credits disclosure
SEBI updates, which include disclosing green credits both at the entity and the value chain…
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How will the PLI Scheme for Electronics Component Manufacturing Impact Renewables and EVs?
Overall, the new PLI scheme aims to generate Rs. 59,350 crore in investment, Rs. 456,500…
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Grid Dynamics Launches IoT Control Tower for Industrial Data Analytics
The IoT Control Tower enables manufacturers, equipment providers, and energy companies to analyze and act…
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Servotech Renewable Power System Ltd. Granted Patent for Peak Shaving Technology
The patented peak shaving technology enables intelligent reduction of peak electricity demand, improving energy efficiency…
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Shell, Equinor, TotalEnergies to Invest $714m for Carbon Storage Expansion
Shell, Equinor and TotalEnergies said that they will invest $713.66 million into expanding their flagship…
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Airbus Confirms Commitment to Commercially Viable Hydrogen Aircraft
Airbus plans to promote a hydrogen aviation economy and regulatory framework, enabling the widespread adoption…
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SC sets benchmark fine of Rs 1 lakh a tree for tree-cutting
The Supreme Court has fined a man Rs 4.54 crore for cutting down 454 trees…
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Carbon registry Verra suspends 4 China auditors, including TUV Nord’s China arm
Verra, the global carbon credits registry, has suspended four China-related entities from auditing agriculture and…
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MoEFCC Used Less Than 1 Percent Funds Allocated for Pollution Control
A shocking Parliamentary panel report has revealed that MoEFCC utilized less than 1% of the…
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India, Singapore Sign LoI for Green Shipping Corridor
The partnership between Singapore and India will be formalized through a memorandum of understanding on…
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Singapore Scientists use Solar Power to Convert Sludge to Green Hydrogen
Singapore scientists have developed an innovative solar-powered method to transform sewage sludge to green hydrogen…
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IREDA Raises Rs 910 Crore Through Issuance of Tier-II bonds
The IREDA board has approved raising funds through bonds and loans to accelerate renewable energy…
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Defence and Aerospace may see up to $119 B from ESG Funds
ESG funds in Europe could drive as much as $119 billion in flows into the…
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L&T Energy GreenTech, John Cockerill Energy Collaborate for Green Power Technologies
L&T Energy GreenTech Limited (LTEGL) and John Cockerill have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU)…
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US Government Driving $1.8 Trillion Sustainable Debt Market
The US government is driving a $1.8 trillion corner of the sustainable debt market, despite…
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EID Parry, Boomitra Partner for Sustainable Sugarcane Farming
The partnership aims to promote sustainable sugarcane farming practices, improve soil health, and unlock carbon…
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ISMA Seeks Protection for Solar Imports
ISMA has urged import duty exemption on capital goods, equipment, and raw materials required for…
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Govt Asked to Include Heatwaves in List of Disasters
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs has suggested that the Centre should include "new…
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SECI Awards 4,50,000 Tons Green Hydrogen Capacity
For green hydrogen, the government has set incentives for production at Rs 50 per kg…
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EFRAG, CDP Announce Interoperability
Interoperability enhances transparency, efficiency, and transparency for companies, enabling ESRS1 reporters to complete CDP disclosures…
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Standing Committee On Finance Proposes ESG Oversight Body
The Finance Ministry is considering establishing an ESG oversight body to promote sustainable finance and…
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DEI Roll Back Will Not Impact ESG Risk Assessment: Sustainalytics
A new report suggests investors may be concerned about the broader implications of the current…
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The Green Energy Revolution: Africa’s Path to Climate Resilience and Sustainable Development
This is the first part of a two-part series where Peter Waihenya of the Energy…
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Adani Transmission to Power Gujarat’s Green Hydrogen Manufacturing
Adani Energy has won a power transmission project in Gujarat, to supply green electrons for…
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From Policy to Practice: A look at Insurance Clients’ ESG Expectations
Sustainability is transforming insurance industry, regulatory landscapes, and strategies, impacting customer expectations and decision-making processes…
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India’s Energy Transition Requires $600 billion Investments in 10 Years
The unique trajectory in the power sector could expedite India's energy transition to a low-carbon…
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High Renewable Hydrogen Cost Creating Obstacles for Deals in India
India's renewable hydrogen/ammonia production costs are significantly higher than the willingness to pay from refineries…
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Greenwashing Rampant in the US, Europe
In a major case of greenwashing, ESG funds with sustainability-related names have invested around EUR…
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Slow Progress, Inadequate Financing Challenge Construction Sector to Achieve Climate Goals
Several countries are advancing towards decarbonizing the construction sector, but slow progress and inadequate financing…
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SBTi Revising Net-Zero Standard
The new net-zero standard draft aims to accelerate corporate decarbonization by providing a science-based framework…
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How to Boost the Adoption of Zero-Emission Trucks?
Despite decarbonization goals, scalability and adoption of zero-emission trucks remain uncertain, with the total cost…
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Collaboration is a Key to Achieve Sustainability: Astellas
At its Sustainable Business Partner Summit, Astellas emphasized collaboration, innovation, and transparency, establishing stakeholder alignment…
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India Triples Battery Storage Target to 13,200 MWh Under VGF
India has increased its battery storage target to 13,200 MWh under the VGF scheme, making…
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Breakthrough Energy Lays Off US and Europe Policy Teams
Breakthrough Energy, a climate group funded by Bill Gates, has laid off numerous US and…
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Building the Future: Intelligent, Sustainable Manufacturing & Supply Chains
Smart manufacturing, often associated with robotics and automation, enhances efficiency and minimizes waste by streamlining…
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BluSmart Denies Acquisition Talks by Uber
Gurugram-based BluSmart Mobility has refuted media reports suggesting Uber is in the early stages of…
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RBI to Establish On-Tap Cohort on Climate Change Risks
The RBI Governor has emphasized the role of technology and finance in climate change risks…
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Allianz to Phase Out € 5B Fossil Fuel Bonds
By divesting from these bonds, Allianz aims to prioritize sustainable investments that promote positive environmental…
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The Yamuna is almost dead but gets a cruise in Delhi
Gupta and Saxena had announced on March 12 that Delhiites will soon be able to…
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Philips Circular Revenue Increased to 24% of Sales
Products designed for recycling, reuse, and refurbishment generate circular revenues, which currently constitute 24% of…
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Does sustainability actually pay?
The study found that 37 per cent of respondents indicate sustainability is deeply integrated into…
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Google Intros Carbon Footprint for Google Ads
Carbon footprint for Google Ads develops reports per the greenhouse gas protocol carbon reporting and…
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Brazil Lays Out the Vision for COP30
André Correa do Lago, President of COP30, presented Brazil's vision for the summit, emphasizing resilience…
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NBFCs Seek EV Finance Incentives Like FAME, PLI
the council also proposed a dedicated fund with SIDBI or NABARD to be set up…
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France Considering Lifting ESG Curbs on Defence Sector Lending
Amidst growing support for increased defence spending, France is considering revamping rules and lifting ESG…
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The Role of Green Buildings in Achieving India’s Net-Zero Targets
With a registered Green Building footprint of 13.14 billion sq. ft, and with over 15,290…
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Waaree Energies Bags EcoVadis Gold Medal for ESG Excellence
Waaree Energies Becomes First Indian Solar PV Manufacturer to Achieve EcoVadis Gold Medal, Placing Among…
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Morocco Greenlights $32.5 Billion Green Hydrogen Projects
Morocco aims to increase its renewable energy capacity to 52% by 2030 and establish itself…
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Here’s how the EU Plans to Decarbonize its Automotive Industry
The EU has drafted an action plan besides the Decarbonize Corporate Fleets Communication to promote…
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US “rejects and denounces” UN SDGs
The move by the US comes as the UN has estimated a US $4 trillion…
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Japan Aligns Sustainability Reporting Standards with IFRS
The new standards will enable companies in Japan to meet global compliances and neighbor expectations…
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Climate Impact Partners, Microsoft, Collaborate for Carbon Removal Project in India
Microsoft plans to acquire 1.5 million tonnes of verified carbon removal credits over 30 years,…
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Tender-Driven India Renewable Energy Market Faces Challenges
The growth of utility-scale renewable energy tendering in India has reached 73GW in 2024, driven…
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Govt Launches 5 Pilots under National Green Hydrogen Mission
As part of its mission to promote green hydrogen in the transport sector under the…
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KCB Bank Receives $100 Million for Climate Projects
The KCB Bank has secured a $100 million tier-2 capital facility from British International Investment…
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Brookfield selling 1.6-GW Indian renewables portfolio to Gentari
Brookfield has completed its first full-cycle portfolio monetization in India for its renewable power and…
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Kerala’s CSR and Sustainability Leap
12 organizations across the start-up, mid-size and large enterprises bagged CSR and sustainability awards for…
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Supreme Court Issues Notice to 8 Ministries for “Working in Silos” on Climate Change
The Supreme Court of India has directed eight central ministries to address a petition by…
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GCCI Fosters ESG Dialogue
The GCCI summit attracted over 30 national and international speakers to discuss global best practices…
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Defining the CSO’s role
As sustainability becomes a key aspect of business strategy and planning, the role of the…
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Power Struggle: Overcoming Nigeria’s Evacuation, Distribution Hurdles
Overcoming challenges in energy evacuation and distribution in Nigeria will pave the path to ensuring…
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Clarios’ $6 Billion Plan Fortifies US Battery Supply Chains
Clarios, the global leader in advanced, low-voltage battery technologies for mobility, is strengthening American manufacturing…
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India May Fall Short of its 500 GW Renewable Energy Target by 2030
Closing this gap would require annual capacity additions in renewable energy to average 60% higher…
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3 Reasons Why HSBC Pushed its Net-Zero Targets to 2050
HSBC has attributed carbon offsets, slow global pace of change and policy and regulations as…
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All that You Want to Know About the New EU Omnibus
The first ‘Omnibus' package includes simplification in sustainable finance reporting, sustainability due diligence, EU Taxonomy,…
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How is AI Transforming the Indian Legal Landscape?
Technology and AI in particular are integrating police, forensics, jails, and courts, enabling digital transformation…
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ONGC Videsh, Petrobras Partner for Joint Opportunities
Both companies will work together to explore opportunities across upstream, marketing, decarbonization, and low-carbon solutions.
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Drax Launches New Sustainability Framework
The sustainability framework aligns with Drax’s goal to achieve net-zero by the end of 2040…
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GoI to Establish National Green Financing Institution
The National Green Finance Institution will help to fast-track the country’s green transition and bridge…
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PCMC to Raise Rs 200 Crore Through Green Bonds
PCMC has launched its Climate Budget Framework, becoming the fifth city globally to adopt such…
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75% US Companies to Increase Sustainability-Focused: BDO
The BDO 2025 CFO Sustainability Outlook Survey notes that sustainability is a key driver of…
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Lupin Receives “A-” Leadership Rating for Climate Change and Water Security
Lupin prioritizes water security through sustainable management practices, including recycling and conservation
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Nigeria’s Power Sector Gets Green Boost with Electricity Act 2023
The Electricity Act 2023 was signed into Law in June 2023; it repealed and replaced…
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China’s Mineral Limits Cast Shadow Over Global Renewable Energy Supply Chains
Exiger's research finds that the defence, renewable energy, electronics, and manufacturing sectors are particularly vulnerable…
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Carbon Emission Policies Driving Carbon Accounting Software Market: Report
The carbon accounting software market is growing as enterprises focus on measuring, managing, and reducing…
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MAXHUB Integrating UNGC Principles for Sustainable Development
MAXHUB is integrating UNGC principles into its operations to promote sustainable development and protect human…
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Reliance Infrastructure Foraying into Renewable Manufacturing
To lead the new venture, Reliance Infrastructure has appointed three senior executives who will strengthen…
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SmartTech Asia: WriteCanvas Sets the Stage for Digital Security
The two-day conference curated by WriteCanvas for Messe Muenchen India's SmartTech Asia saw the presence…
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50% APAC organizations Will Work with IT vendors that Meet ESG-related AI criteria
The transition to AI in enterprises requires strong governance frameworks and increased collaboration between business…
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Global IT Giants Drew CDR Market in 2024
The top 20 CDR purchasers 2024 were Microsoft, Google, Meta, and Salesforce, who created the…
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SEBI Tightens Regulatory Framework for ERPs
In a new consultation paper, SEBI has invited proposals that cover ERPs following a subscriber-pays…
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Target Faces Investor Lawsuit
In the bustling world of retail, Target Corporation, a household name, found itself at the…
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Death of the 2-degree climate goal and the plastic straw
The planet is on course to shoot past 2-degrees of global warming over the next…
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EDP Renewables Delivers Three Additional Renewable Energy Projects for Microsoft
Microsoft's sustainability and carbon reduction objectives will be supported by the new solar projects in…
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Plastic Odyssey Launches New Phase to Combat Ocean Plastic Pollution
Through Plastic Odyssey Fund, the organization aims to scale up efforts to restore biodiversity in…
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WriteCanvas Scripts Engaging Narratives in FY2024-25
WriteCanvas is proud to announce that our persistent efforts to break the glass ceiling, and…
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Nadcab Launches Sustainable Blockchain Technology
Nadcab Labs is implementing PoS and other low-energy consensus mechanisms to maintain the sustainability of…
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Coca-Cola Faisalabad Goes Green with JA Solar’s DeepBlue 4.0 Pro
Coca-Cola's bottling facility in Faisalabad has switched on a new 2.5 MW solar power project…
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GMR Airports Joins World’s Largest Corporate Sustainability Initiative
GMR Airports has pledged to align its strategies and operations with the ten principles of…
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India’s solar energy shines at 100 GW
The solar energy sector has grown by 3450% since 2014, rising from a mere 2.82…
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Farming Gets Smart in India
As per the reply in Rajya Sabha by Minister of State for Agriculture and Farmers…
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Budget 2025: A crucial opportunity on adaptation missed
It still bears reiterating that the presentation (budget 2025) misses a crucial opportunity on climate…
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The Asian Development Bank, UNDP Partner To Localize Sustainable Development Goals
Through this initiative, UNDP and ADB aim to empower local actors, foster multi-stakeholder collaboration, and…
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Vijay Nirani Appointed Co-Chair of India SAF Alliance
The India SAF Alliance, initiated by The Carbon Market Association of India (CMAI), aims to…
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Eco-Friendly Materials in Home Remodeling: A Canadian Model
The latest example is from Canada. AGM Renovations, which specializes in home improvement projects, is…
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Budget 2025: Nuclear energy back in focus
From my perspective within the ESG, sustainability, and climate space, the Budget 2025 fell short…
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Rs 34,300 Crore National Critical Mineral Mission Gets Cabinet Nod
The National Critical Minerals Mission encompasses all stages of the value chain, from exploration and…
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Code RED for the planet: 2025 begins with a cascade of disasters
The current climate trajectory demands immediate and concerted action to save the planet.
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Budget 2025: Incentivize Green Action, Focus on Impact
The ESG and sustainability industry is pinning its hopes on Budget 2025, more so for…
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Renewable Energy Focus in Republic Day Parade
India's Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) showcased a tableau at the 76th Republic…
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Sustainable India@2030: Key Takeaways from the First Multi-Sector CSO Meet
The inaugural multi-sector Chief Sustainability Officers (CSO) meet, themed Sustainable India@2030 hosted by WriteCanvas, brought…
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What will be the ripple effects of US Prez Trump’s anti-ESG policies?
US President Donald Trump’s latest statements (anti-ESG policies) on climate mitigation and environmental protection is…
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Sustainable India@2030
Sustainable India@2030 is a platform where industry leaders, academia, and policymakers could truly engage in…
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IBA Wants Blanket Corporate Tax Holidays for CBG Production
The IBA initiative aims to encourage investment in the compressed biogas (CBG) industry and advance…
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Sustainable India@2030
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4 Ways CPOs are Leading Corporate Sustainability
Often referred to as unsung heroes, CPOs must drive systemic transformation to build green and…
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Green Horizons: WriteCanvas’s 2024 and Beyond
For WriteCanvas, we retained an upward trajectory throughout the year.
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Shriram Finance Consolidating Green Finance with New Subsidiary
Sriram Finance aims to achieve an Asset Under Management (AUM) of Rs 5,000 crores for…
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EVA Air joins DJSI and leads S&P Global Rankings
Based on EVA Air's leadership and commitment to sustainable (ESG) practices, the airline secured the…
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TruAlt Bioenergy, SCAO sign MOU to boost biofuel production in India
TruAlt Bioenergy has aligned its efforts with India’s targets of reaching 500 GW and 50%…
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China Leaps, West Stalls in Clean Energy: S&P Energy Outlook
High degree of uncertainty, resilient fossil fuel markets, AI and data centres energy consumption going…
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58 countries have signed the COP29 Global Energy Storage and Grids Pledge, which is a…
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Reliance Power Announces New RE Subsidiary
Reliance Power has appointed Mayank Bansal as Chief Executive Officer and Rakesh Swaroop as Chief…
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Madhav Gadgil Wins UNEP Champions of the Earth Award
Madhav Gadgil, a well-known ecologist and environmental scientist chaired The Madhav Gadgil Committee constituted to…
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MGNREGS Major Contributor to NbS Employement: UNCCD
UNEP estimates that only 1.8% of global employment is contributed by NbS, with 95% of…
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Climate Adaptation: Time to pull up our collective national socks!
India needs international capital of $10-20 billion annually which needs to go into climate adaptation…
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Coca-Cola refocuses on water, packaging and emissions reduction
As part of its ongoing sustainability effort, the global giant Coca-Cola announced updated voluntary environmental…
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India’s Nuclear Power Plants Among the Safest Globally: Union Minister
A Union Minister has asserted that India's nuclear power plants as among the safest globally,…
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Sustainability and Security Measures Adding to Regulatory and Economic Uncertainties: Official
Sustainability and security measures are adding to regulatory and economic uncertainties according to a GOI…
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Discovering the new and sustainable Kenya
This was my second visit in the recent past to Nairobi, Kenya, after a six-year…
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LG Energy Solution, GM to Develop Prismatic Battery Cells for EVs
Under this new definitive agreement, the companies will jointly develop prismatic battery cell technology and…
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CII unveils 2nd National Circular Economy Framework
The Confederation of India Industries unveiled its second National Circular Economy Framework during the 9th…
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The world’s eyes turn to Riyadh as COP16 kicks off
Global dignitaries, policymakers, scientists, and NGOs will engage in intense discussions as part of the…
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BioE3 is a rising star in India’s economic constellation
The recently launched BioE3 has fuelled the sectors growth.
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GH2 Needs 35%-40% Price Drop for Cost Viability: CareEdge Ratings
To achieve cost viability of GH2 to $2.1 per kg, lowering electrolyzer costs by 35-40%,…
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Why did Walmart Derail its DEI Policy?
Walmart has retracted its support for an equity racial center established in 2020 and has…
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India’s Rs 9 Lakh Crore Boost to the Transmission Sector
The NEP plans to expand transmission lines by 190,000 circuit kilometers to support 600 gigawatts…
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COP29 ends with compromise on climate financing: WMO
WMO emphasized the need for significant reductions in GHG emissions and increased funding for resilience,…
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Key Takeaways from COP29: WEF
COP29 summit in Baku underscored the global climate agenda, and also highlighted complex geopolitical backdrop,…
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1000 Enterprises Incorporated ISSB Standards: Report
Last fiscal, more than 1,000 businesses incorporated and 30 jurisdictions are nearing incorporating the ISSB…
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ESG Trends and Opportunities for APAC Enterprises
The potential for APAC enterprises to meet their ESG commitments is through technological advancements, policy…
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Green signal for two hydro-electric projects of 426 MW in Arunachal Pradesh
The Cabinet has approved two hydro-electric power projects worth Rs. 3689 crore investments in Arunachal…
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Curtains drawn at COP29: The Planet’s Future Still Hangs in Balance
In one word, COP29 crushed the hopes of a world that was looking for climate…
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COP29: Mission Accomplished?
The Baku Finance Goal (BFG) has set a new commitment of $1.3tn of climate finance…
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India Pushes for Equitable Climate Action
Though India met its 2015 emission reduction targets, it still faces significant challenges in balancing…
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Many hits, some misses at COP29
At COP29, the Baku leadership chose to bypass the inter-governmental process of discussions and debates…
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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…
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How Private Equity can Optimize ESG for Value Creation?
Private equity firms can position portfolio companies as sustainability leaders, attracting a wider range of…
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Global South Must Accelerate Climate Action Mitigation: CEEW
The Global South index indicates that advanced economies have made significant efforts in climate mitigation…
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India Launches Platform to Accelerate Green Energy Transition
The platform will assist states in creating energy transition blueprints, project implementation, and fostering innovation…
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MDBs Pledge $120B Climate Finance
Multilateral development banks (MDBs) have pledged $120 billion in climate finance for countries to achieve…
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COP29 Leaders Discuss Benefits of International Carbon Market Standards
Three COP 29 leaders emulate how International Carbon Market Standards and the actual implementation will…
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India’s First CO2-to-Green Methanol Plant Announced
Ohmium International, Breathe Applied Sciences, Spirare Energy, and JNCASR have collaborated for India's first CO2-to-Green…
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Banks and insurance sectors received scores below 50% in the GEM evaluation, indicating a need…
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Corporates Power Drive Climate Change Solutions
100 CEOs and executives from the Alliance of CEO Climate Leaders urged world leaders to…
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ISA Aims to Unlock $1 Trillion in Solar Investments by 2030
ISA is focusing on green hydrogen partnerships, conducting readiness assessments in Egypt, Morocco, Namibia, and…
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India’s Climate Policies Can Reduce 4 Billion Tons of CO2 emissions
India's current climate policies on the power, transportation, and residential sectors can reduce about 4…
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Diageo India Details Positive drinking, Inclusion, Diversity, and Sustainability in New ESG Report
Diageo India's ESG Reporting Index 2024 showcases the company's progress in its "Spirit of Progress"…
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ReNew Power will invest about Rs 2 crore to solarize the Akshaya Patra Foundation kitchens,…
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IFC’s $400 Million Support to Bajaj Finance Fund Raising Initiative
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NetApp Appoints Pamela Hennard as Chief DEI Officer
Pamela Hennard who has served as the Vice President, Global Talent Acquisition, NetApp, will foster…
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Key Highlights from ISA Annual Assembly
The seventh session of the ISA Annual Assembly re-elected India as the President, and discussions…
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TPREL, IndusInd Bank for Solar Energy Finance to MSEs
Through loans ranging from ₹ 10 lakh to ₹ 2 crore, TPREL and IndusInd Bank…
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Lack of Motivation Leading to Sustainability Fatigue in UK Consumers
A Deloitte report indicates evidence of increasing sustainability fatigue among consumers in 2024 with regard…
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States Urged To Prioritize WASH Asset Management
The Department of Drinking Water and Sanitation has urged state representatives to prioritize WASH asset…
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New Trends and Gaps in ESG Reporting
The CFA Institute, NSE, and CFA Society India have released the first edition of their…
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How are Indian Manufacturers Aligning Sustainability with Industry 5.0?
According to PwC India research, 93% of Indian manufacturers aim for sustainability with 2-3x profitable…
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Carbon Clean Launches Columnless Carbon Capture Series: Cyclone CC C1 series
Carbon Clean’s Cyclone CC C1 series is available in concentrations ranging from 3 % to…
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Plastic Recyclers Generated 0.7 M Fake Certificates: CSE
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Global Clean Energy Market to Reach $2 T in 10 Years
As energy transitions progress, the global market for critical clean energy technologies is expected to…
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$78 T Needed to Achieve Net-Zero and 1.5 C Warming
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Has Green Hydrogen Reached Crossroads?
The U.S. Department of Energy’s Hydrogen initiative aims to reduce the cost of green hydrogen…
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India's progress towards gender equality has improved through increased investments and women's leadership, but social…
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Concerns about excessive power sector investment without purchase agreements
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Climate Disaster: UNEP Report Warns of 3°C Warming
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The Global Biofuels Alliance will benefit from legal standing and privileges in India by signing…
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India's RE target to reach 500 GW by 2030could be hindered by $30 billion in…
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Private Sector Can Fuel MENA’s Sustainability Initiatives
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The UN Climate Secretary made pertinent observations about the co-relation between climate finance and climate…
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Prescinto uses AI for advanced automation, analytics, and monitoring to manage clean energy and storage…
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PFC Raises $1.27 Billion For Green Energy Transition
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HAI, GSTC Partner to Promote Sustainable Tourism
As a part of the MoU, GSTC will issue certificates to the HAI members who…
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GAIL, AM Green to Develop 2.5 GW RE Projects
GAIL and AM Green will jointly develop solar/wind hybrid RE projects to supply renewable energy…
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MSIM Closes 1GT Climate Private Equity Fund
1GT targets investments in private companies across mobility, power, sustainable food, agriculture and circular economy
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The auto industry faces a significant risk of climate hazards like floods, droughts, cyclones, and…
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Zetwerk Wins Rs 2,500 crore NTPC Solar Module Contract
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JOULE to Power EVs in Bengaluru
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ISMA Inks MOUs with TERI, PRAJ for SAF
The ISMA MoUs aim to promote India's sustainability by reducing annual carbon emissions from the…
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Green Pathways for the Steel Industry
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It has been established to develop a center of excellence for the commercialization of graphene…
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ISSB issues global sustainability disclosure standards
The International Sustainability Standards Board (ISSB) has issued inaugural standards—IFRS S1 and IFRS S2, to…
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Microsoft adds ESG Reporting, Scope 3 emissions to Sustainability Platform
Microsoft is adding new features to its sustainability platform-Microsoft Cloud for Sustainability. Key capabilities include…
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FICCI to establish Centre for Sustainability Leadership
The Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry or FICCI is establishing the Centre…
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Indian aviation opens wings to sustainability with SAF
The uptake of sustainable aviation fuel aka SAF is on the rise in India.
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Deloitte launches Scope 3 emissions calculator
Global professional services firm Deloitte has launched the Scope 3 emissions calculator. The new calculator…
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PwC to launch nature and biodiversity-focused practice
Global market advisory firm PwC has a series of initiatives aimed at boosting its global…
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AM Green Energy places 166 MW wind turbine order in India
AM Green Energy, a joint venture between ArcelorMittal and ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India, has placed…
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Adani Green Energy obtains DNV certification for water conservation
Adani Green Energy Ltd (AGEL), the renewable energy arm of the diversified Adani portfolio companies,…
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BIS rolls out new standards for EV charging infrastructure
The Bureau of Indian Standards (BIS) has rolled out standards and tests for EV charging…
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New software to accelerate SMEs’ climate change journey
Energy and automation solutions provider Schneider Electric has launched a new software suite to enable…
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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…
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Air pollution: BMC pulls up socks
The Brihanmumbai Municipal Corporation (BMC) has constituted a committee of seven members to address the…
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GCF, CPF partner for sustainable forests
As the world works to reverse/restrict the harmful impact of deforestation, the Collaborative Partnership on…
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Global leaders emphasise the need for sustainable finance at WSDS
Global leaders at the recently concluded World Sustainable Development Summit (WSDS) emphasised the need for…
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Granules India, Greenko ZeroC Partner To Reduce Carbon Footprint
The Indian pharmaceutical sector is going green.
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SEBI Approves Concept For Blue And Yellow Bonds
In a bid to strengthen the framework for green bonds and address rising...
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6 Policies To Boost The Domestic Renewable Market
Industry bodies are drafting wishlist for Union Finance Minister's consideration.
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Building the future: Innovative technologies shaping green construction
Sustainability is a journey for businesses and our society.
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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…
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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…
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