Is S the Blindspot in ESG?
Yesterday evening marked a major milestone for WriteCanvas and ASSOCHAM. Having released the synopsis of research report Is S the Blindspot in ESG? In June, we released the detailed survey.
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
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?
DEI Weighs High, But Shunted by Corporates?
The trend is in contrast to DEI reports by market analysis and advisory companies, despite the lack of consolidated data on the issue
Is Social the Blindspot in ESG?
Our research suggests that many organizations are neglecting this critical area or limiting their social efforts to CSR initiatives
NSE-listed companies’ CSR spending Reached Rs 155.24 B in FY23
Since April 2014, the CSR law requires businesses to allocate 2% of their average net profit for CSR initiatives
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.
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.
CAs must learn about Carbon, CSR, ESG practices: Nirmala Sitharaman
Union finance minister Nirmala Sitharaman urged the chartered accountants in the country to learn about carbon, CSR, and ESG practices; and implement the same in their business practice. She stressed the need for the CAs to familiarize themselves with national and international accounting standards, regulatory frameworks, and compliance mandates for carbon accounting, CSR and ESG.
New CSR guidelines for Indian ports
The Government of India (GoI) has announced new corporate social responsibility (CSR) guidelines in an effort to serve the needs of the regional communities residing close to the ports. The endeavor will make the ports not just sustainable workplaces, but also motivate them to follow the ESG framework that aligns with the UN SDGs for
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?