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    Best AdviceResist Temptation to Shift Blame: Strand Life Sciences CEO Ramesh Hariharan

    Resist Temptation to Shift Blame: Strand Life Sciences CEO Ramesh Hariharan

    Strand is an 'in silico' technology company based in Bengaluru.
    TrendsThe Japanese green tea—matcha—is moving from teacups to cocktail shakers, giving Indian mixology a vibrant, healthy twist

    The Japanese green tea—matcha—is moving from teacups to cocktail shakers, giving Indian mixology a vibrant, healthy twist

    The Japanese green tea-matcha-is moving from teacups to cocktail shakers, giving Indian mixology a vibrant, healthy twist.
    Deep DiveWill the Alcobev Industry’s Bet on Sustainable Practices pay off?

    Will the Alcobev Industry’s Bet on Sustainable Practices pay off?

    Will the alcoholic beverages sector's bet on clean energy, circular packaging, water conservation and responsible sourcing pay off?

    Deep-Tech Indian Ventures Are Implementing Climate Change Solutions Across Sectors

    An estimated 800 deep-tech Indian ventures have raised around $3.6 billion in the past 10 years, integrating advanced science and engineering to implement climate change solutions across sectors.

    The Green Bond Paradox: Why Money Isn’t Flowing Where It Should

    Green bonds in India are targeted at institutional investors.

    India’s MSMEs Are Turning Green From The Ground Up

    Increasingly, investors and foreign businesses are using non-financial yardsticks like ESG to assess the impact their partners have on the environment and society, making it crucial for MSMEs to embrace and adopt acceptable standards.

    Sustainability Pivot: Pharma Companies Are Shifting To Cleaner Practices

    India's pharmaceutical sector supplies more than 60% of the world's vaccines and 40% of the generic drugs used in the US. But that comes at an ecological cost, prompting pharma companies to shift to cleaner practices.

    India's FMCG Are Adopting Sustainable Practices, But Challenges Persist

    With the impact of climate change already affecting supply chains and markets, India's leading FMCG companies are adopting sustainable practices. But challenges persist.

    Sustainably Chic: Textile Retailers And Manufacturing Units Are Embracing Innovative Strategies

    As the third-largest contributor to global textile waste, India's textile sector is facing pressure to adopt eco-friendly practices. In response, both retailers and manufacturing units are embracing innovative strategies.

    Climate Action After Trexit: No Impact on India Yet

    The reversal of the US government's policies on climate finance and withdrawal from the Paris Agreement have not impacted India's decarbonisation plans for now. But self-dependence and new alignments are the key to meeting the net-zero target by 2070.

    Road To Cleaner Fuels: Fossil Fuel-Based Vehicles Are Expected To Dominate In The Future

    While EVs and hybrids are emerging as reliable alternatives, fossil fuel-based vehicles are expected to dominate Indian roads in the near future.

    Trying Hard To Abate: Indian Cement And Steel Makers Are Going The Extra Mile

    Indian cement and steel makers are going the extra mile to reduce damage to the environment.

    According to Shriram Finance, sustainability is about empowering the underbanked 

    According to Shriram Finance, sustainability revolves around empowering the underbanked and underserved.

    Behind CA Grameen's numbers and microloans lies a powerful mission

    For CA Grameen, behind the numbers and microloans lies a powerful mission: empowering rural women while reducing environmental impact.

    How policy meets purpose at ESAF SFB

    Sustainability has never been an afterthought at ESAF SFB it's been its essence.

    How Godrej Properties adopted a multi-pronged strategy at sites

    Godrej Properties adopts multi-pronged water management and waste segregation at sites

    Siemens India is using AI to help customers reduce their environmental footprint

    Siemens India is using technologies such as AI to help customers reduce their environmental footprint

    Shree Cement: Shree Cement is pulling out all stops in its effort to cut emissions

    From power consumption to logistics, Shree Cement is pulling out all stops in its effort to cut emissions.

    Why sustainability isn't just a strategic priority for HUL

    For HUL, sustainability is not just a strategic priority but deeply embedded in its purpose and operations.

    How ICICI Bank’s early initiatives towards sustainable operations transformed its banking

    ICICI Bank's early initiatives included digitisation to reduce paper usage, improving energy efficiency, and encouraging sustainable operations

    JSW Steel’s Big Bet On Decarbonisation

    By investing in cleaner technologies and adopting smarter ways to use resources, the company aims to build infrastructure that is not only strong but also more sustainable

    How Mahindra & Mahindra (M&M) is making a group-wide effort to meet its sustainability goals

    Mahindra & Mahindra is racing ahead to meet its sustainability goals and making it a group-wide effort.

    JSW Energy is working on emission cuts, water management, and biodiversity goals

    The company is working on emission cuts, water management, and biodiversity goals.

    How Tata Steel is embedding sustainability into its global operations 

    Tata Steel is embedding sustainability into every layer of its global operations and transforming challenges into blueprints for industrial reinvention

    HPCL has set an ambitious target to become a net zero energy provider

    HPCL has set an ambitious target to become a net zero energy provider
    ColumnsIndia Needs Inclusive Wealth: Nilanjan Ghosh

    India Needs Inclusive Wealth: Nilanjan Ghosh

    Lifestyle for the Environment, or LiFE, calls for sustainable lifestyles rooted in responsible consumption, ecological mindfulness, and alignment with nature's regenerative capacities.

    ESG Must Focus on Strategy: G.N. Bajpai and Jangoo Dalal

    Sustainability of corporate success and the country's economic performance are closely linked.

    Tech For Sustainability: Vasudha Saraogi

    From real-time emissions monitoring to AI-driven resource analytics, technology is shifting the sustainability agenda

    To Each His Own: Ashu Suyash

    The rise of protectionism will impact investments in climate mitigation. With the right policies and partnerships, India can become a key recipient of global capital.

    The Financial Pathway: Anjali Bansal

    It's the right time to align climate finance with ambition and innovation.

    Women And Climate Action: Sunaina Kumar

    In both rural and urban contexts, women are more vulnerable to heat stress and air pollution in low and middle-income countries like India.

    Funding Green Transition: Neha Kumar

    Trump's climate finance rollback should accelerate efforts to unlock finance that help us stay the course.

    Taxonomy for the Nation: Meyyappan Nagappan

    The draft framework for climate taxonomy is a significant step but the devil lies in the details. The urgency with which this will be updated on an ongoing basis remains to be seen.

    A Genuine Green Future: Manisha Kapoor

    While increased focus on environmental responsibility is a positive development, the risk of greenwashing replacing genuine green action is real and significant.

    The Case for Disclosures: Shriram Subramanian & Amrita Agarwal

    As global standards converge and stakeholder expectations rise, transparent climate disclosures are becoming a hallmark.

    Global North Should Curb Emissions: Nilesh Shah

    India should champion a New Delhi Accord, like the Montreal Protocol, to ensure that developed nations are held accountable for their disproportionate share of carbon emissions.

    The New Green Order: Ambika Vishwanath

    Partnerships between countries should consider relooking at climate trends to explore new pathways for long-term action.

    India Must Lead Change: Srinath Sridharan

    The world is dodging climate responsibility and delay is not an option. India must act with urgency and originality.

    Ticking the Right Boxes: Nirupama Soundararajan and Arindam Goswami

    The Draft Framework for Climate Finance Taxonomy can catalyse financial innovation and make India a net zero economy.
    InterviewMust Embrace Sustainability As A Core Principle: Niranjan Hiranandani

    Must Embrace Sustainability As A Core Principle: Niranjan Hiranandani

    Niranjan Hiranandani, Chairman of NAREDCO & Hiranandani Group on mitigating the effects of climate change.

    Sustainability is not a one-time effort, it's a marathon: Nestlé India CMD Suresh Narayanan

    Suresh Narayanan, Chairman and Managing Director of Nestlé India, on net-zero targets, policy interventions, and more.
    Editor's NoteSustainability Is No Longer Optional

    Sustainability Is No Longer Optional

    Sustainability is no longer optional. It is the foundation for growth, resilience, and long-term profitability. 
    CorporateWhat's Behind The Rankings: Business Today’s India’s Most Sustainable Companies awards look at quantitative and qualitative factors to zero in on the winners

    What's Behind The Rankings: Business Today’s India’s Most Sustainable Companies awards look at quantitative and qualitative factors to zero in on the winners

    Business Today's India's Most Sustainable Companies awards look at quantitative and qualitative factors to zero in on the winners.