India’s decarbonization pathway presents a multitude of opportunities in terms of job creation and economic growth India’s clear commitment and action to reduce carbon emissions have always been the major highlights of the many editions of the UN Climate Change Conference of the Parties. Considering the economic transformation India has embarked upon, it is necessary … Read more
Carbon pricing is a potent weapon against climate change while putting the responsibility firmly where it should be Carbon pricing simply put refers to placing a fee for emitting harmful gases like carbon dioxide (CO2) and other gases that harm the environment into the air and/ or offering an incentive for emitting less. It essentially … Read more
By the end of this decade, India will witness an unprecedented level of urbanization With temperatures soaring above 45ºC this summer, parts of North India experienced severe heat waves. Already recognized as one of the world’s most heat-stressed nations, India faces a fiery conundrum in the coming decade, as an alarming proportion of India’s population … Read more
The Government of India, recognising the importance of minerals to its economic development and zero-emission targets, recently announced the list of “critical minerals for India” to ensure reduced import dependencies and enhance supply chain resilience. From a slow lane, sales of electric vehicles (EVs) in India has picked up the pace, accelerated by a rapid … Read more
The buyers are now highly conscious of the role of ESG and its long-term impact on their reputation and the businesses which they buy. ESG has become a key agenda in the M&A space, – One of the reports from Bloomberg suggests that ESG assets under management are set to reach over $50 trillion by … Read more
According to the Nationally Determined Contributions, India requires US$170 billion per year from 2015-2030 to achieve the Sustainable Development Goal
One of Europe’s top 10 asset managers Amundi’s conviction is that tackling climate change while managing the social impact of the energy transition is an integral part of sound risk management Amundi, a prominent French asset management company and one of Europe’s largest asset managers, has made a significant decision to oppose the re-election of … Read more
In the current dynamic business landscape, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) considerations have become critical drivers of sustainable growth for businesses across industries. As underwriters, investors, and key economic players, insurers bear a unique responsibility to integrate ESG practices into their operations and contribute to a more sustainable future. By proactively embracing ESG principles, insurance … Read more
We delve into the impact of compostable plastics on the planet, here are some facts and myths about it
Godrej Industries’ chairman, Nadir Godrej, believes sustainability is not a pain, but a gain in the long-run Net zero is just to avert crisis and for the earth to remain habitual. The global temperature increase needs to be limited to 1.5°C above preindustrial levels. Currently, the Earth is already about 1.1°C warmer, and emissions continue … Read more
