RBI to Establish Data Repository for Climate Change Risk
RBI is establishing a data repository named Reserve Bank – Climate Risk Information System (RB-CRIS) to monitor climate risks
TGI Launched in Mumbai
The TGI project, utilizing data and analytics, aims to benefit 23 million people in nine districts of Maharashtra.
Are women really safe at the workplace?
India faces increasing concerns about women’s safety due to rising incidents of harassment, violence, and rape. A main concern is workplace safety.
Renewable Energy Growth Rate Must Triple to 16.4% by 2030
As per IRENA statistics, despite rapid growth, the world may fall short of the triple renewable energy target set at COP28
How Prepared Are the Indian CFOs for Climate Reporting and Compliances?
A recent Accenture survey has revealed that only 22% of CFOs are ready for climate reporting and assurance requirements, globally
Less Than 10% ESG Heads are Data Custodians: ASSOCHAM-WriteCanvas Survey
The survey highlights concerns about individual business units as custodians of ESG data, with 94% responsible for vertical data and security
Varanasi to Launch $3 M City Challenge in June
The initiative aims to accelerate sustainable mobility, promote healthier urban environments, and improve people’s access to services.
Tightening loose-ends in BRSR
The current BRSR questionnaire format leads to incomplete submissions, hindering the creation of a reporting structure
Heatwaves and the Rising Tide of Climate Casualties in India
Heatwaves have a human cost, even though floods and storms have been responsible for the majority of reported deaths and financial losses.
CSIR Turns on the Climate Clock
The climate clock provides real-time data on global temperature increases, indicating irreversible consequences if they exceed 1.5°C
50 Percent Large US Firms Depend on Spreadsheets to Manage ESG Data
Fifty percent large US firms dependent on spreadsheets to manage ESG data are ramping up their ESG data and reporting capabilities
New Platform to reduce Sustainability Disclosures Gap between Private and Public Enterprises
Launched amid global demand for sustainability reporting, the platform offers investors insights into private company sustainability practices
Climate action: Adapting or Mitigating?
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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.
EY Global Climate Risk Barometer: Businesses Neglecting Climate Strategy
The EY Global Climate Risk Barometer indicates that despite improved reporting, businesses neglect adequate climate strategy and action
How far has India fared in terms of DEI?
DEI currently presents a scenario of a glass half full or half empty. But I am certain it will be a part of our daily parlance very soon
India to comply with CBAM during the transition phase
As India plans its own carbon tax, it is likely to accept the EU’s Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM)
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, and quantify physical and market risks.
Pests destroy Rs 2 lakh crores worth of crop yield/year in India
According to a CropLife India-Yes Bank report, pests are estimated to cause an annual loss of INR 2 lakh crores worth of crop yield.
25% US Executives Confident of Meeting Sustainability Regulatory Requirements
A survey by KPMG in the US shows that companies expect ESG strategies to positively impact business and financial outcomes. However, only 25% are confident in meeting sustainability regulatory requirements.
NITI Aayog, UNDP Collaborate to Accelerate SDGs in India
NITI Aayog and UNDP have collaborated to localize SDGs and uplift underdeveloped regions with data driven insights
LG Chem Obtains Product Carbon Footprint Calculation Method Certification
LG Chem has received certification for its Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) calculation method from the global testing organization TUV Rheinland. The move is in response to the growing demand for low-carbon products from global customers and pertinent certification information. PCF is the value of carbon emissions generated in the entire process of product production, including
How are IBM and NASA leveraging AI to fight climate change?
IBM that had developed AI-based geospatial foundation model from NASA’s satellite model has decided to share the code on open-source AI platform, Hugging Face. The initiative is an effort from both: IBM and NASA to widen access to NASA’s earth science data for geospatial intelligence and accelerate climate-related discoveries and innovations in Earth science. It