SBTi Revising Net-Zero Standard
The new net-zero standard draft aims to accelerate corporate decarbonization by providing a science-based framework for businesses to join the 3,000 with net-zero targets.
GMR Airports Joins World’s Largest Corporate Sustainability Initiative
GMR Airports has pledged to align its strategies and operations with the ten principles of the UNGC, which focus on human rights, labour, environment, and anti-corruption, to advance the SDGs
Budget 2025: A crucial opportunity on adaptation missed
It still bears reiterating that the presentation (budget 2025) misses a crucial opportunity on climate adaptation for India’s large vulnerable communities.
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.
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 inviting criticism from all corners.
World Bank Launches Global Sustainable Development Bond
According to the World Bank, these bonds support the financing of green and social projects in IBRD member countries.
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 top rank in the global airline industry in this year’s S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment.
ESG Trends and Opportunities for APAC Enterprises
The potential for APAC enterprises to meet their ESG commitments is through technological advancements, policy pushes, renewable energy adoption, and mid-to-long term insights
India to Resist Shift in Focus from Climate Finance to Mitigation
India expressed dissatisfaction with the CoP29 summit and pledged to resist any shift in focus from climate finance to mitigation
Is a Breakthrough Possible at COP29?
As COP29 draws to a close, delegates await updates on negotiations regarding a new climate finance target during COP29 climate talks
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’
Global South Must Accelerate Climate Action Mitigation: CEEW
The Global South index indicates that advanced economies have made significant efforts in climate mitigation through international cooperation and climate governance frameworks.
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
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 billion tonnes of CO2 emissions between 2020 and 2030
5 Statements UN Climate Secretary Made to Step Up Climate Finance
The UN Climate Secretary made pertinent observations about the co-relation between climate finance and climate action. These 5 statements sum up his sentiments.
COP 29 President Sets 14-Point Action Agenda
The COP 29 President has announced a 14-point action agenda to accelerate climate action and supplement the formal negotiated agenda
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
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.
ISO Developing Net Zero Standard
The ISO standard is an evolution of its Net Zero Guidelines, aimed at providing best practices and protecting against greenwashing
Climate Crisis: SOS for Action
The climate crisis is hindering the achievement of the goal of limiting global temperature rise to pre-industrial levels
Decarbonizing India’s Real Estate Sector
Infosys, AEEE, and IIHS have launched ASSURE to decarbonize India’s real estate sector, promote climate action and sustainability
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.
The True Cost of Climate Change
Climate change is a costly affair; in terms of L&D to property, adverse impact on the lives of people, and the overall health of our planet
Will the 17th LS Election Emit Less Carbon Footprint?
The CEC has initiated green initiatives, but no political party has pledged to reduce their carbon footprint during their campaigns
WriteCanvas Joins Forces with GreenFi
WriteCanvas, a Mumbai-based knowledge powerhouse, has partnered with GreenFi, a Singapore-based company specializing in ESG risk analysis.
Female-Headed Households can Lose 34% Income for 1% Rise in Climate Change
Heat stress and flooding significantly impact female-headed households, causing an annual income loss of 8% and $16 billion.
“Inclusive” Dominated Budget 2024
Though being populist, Nirmala Sitharaman, Union Finance Minister, carefully and successfully has traded on the inclusive lines or, in simple words, kept it women (rural) centric.
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.
Why Should Companies Prepare a Sustainability Report?
A sustainability report is a crucial tool for companies seeking to gain a competitive edge in a fiercely competitive market
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.
8 policies that enabled climate action in India in 2023
India’s commitment to climate action and a sustainable future is gaining momentum, though the impact of policies will take time to realize
Climate Action: The Power of One
Individuals can be the first level of torch bearers for climate action. Together, they can develop a value chain that benefits our community
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 vocabulary of climate change.
Climate action: Adapting or Mitigating?
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2023: A Year Defined by Climate Change
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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.
NIMS University Establishes Global Centre for Sustainable Development
Jaipur-based NIMS University has established the Global Centre for Sustainability Development (GCSD) to align with UNSDGs
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
Indian G20 Presidency to Align Climate Action Outcomes with COP28
The sessions are aimed to connect the outcomes and insights of the Indian G20 Presidency on climate action to the COP28 agenda
Is ESG losing steam?
Is ESG being pushed over to maintain profits? It is time, ESG is dusted off the silos and integrated into the mainstream
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 erratic and intense rainfall patterns.
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.
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)
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.
Need to fast track Climate Action, Green Energy, SDGs: PM Modi
Prime Minister Narendra Modi urged global leaders to unite to tackle climate change, foster policies for climate action and fast track SDGs
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 climate ministers meeting held earlier this year in Goa did not heed much results.
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.
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 mobilizing for the most inclusive COP.
India enroute to reduce 45% emissions by 2030
Renewable energy and reforestation are are the key enablers helping India to meet her Net Zero targets
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 their children.
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 heatwaves in California and the reality of the impact of severe changes in climate and temperature on the human race. The current last week is
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 upon Mother Nature.
Need urgent action to embed impact of climate action into risk management
The climate scenario models in the financial services industry (FSI) significantly underestimate climate risk. A new report from the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) created in partnership with the University of Exeter has found that the threat that climate change poses to our planet and society is not always reflected in the economic models
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?
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.
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?
India At CoP27
Protecting the environment remains the cornerstone in the policy-making of India:
