ESG
May 29, 2025

Why ESG Is Not Optional Anymore

Why ESG Is Not Optional Anymore: The Industrial Sector’s Role in India’s Green Goals Introduction In an era defined by climate urgency and stakeholder activism, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) is no longer a corporate buzzword—it’s a business imperative. For India, a nation with ambitious net-zero goals by 2070, the industrial sector’s participation in ESG adoption is critical. With growing regulatory pressures and investor expectations, embracing ESG is not optional anymore—especially for

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May 27, 2025

India’s Road to Net Zero by 2070

India’s Road to Net Zero by 2070: What It Means to Industries India made global headlines with its ambitious pledge to achieve net-zero emissions by 2070. For the country’s industries, this isn’t just a climate promise—it’s a complete shift in how business will be done in the coming decades. Whether you’re in manufacturing, energy, transport, or agriculture, the ripple effects are already being felt. Let’s break down what this journey means for Indian industries, the key

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May 19, 2025

Microplastics in Food and Water

Microplastics in Food and Water: An Invisible Threat to Human Health Introduction In recent years, the issue of microplastics in food and water has become a global concern. These tiny plastic particles, less than 5 milli meters in size, are now found in everything from drinking water to seafood and even table salt. With mounting evidence pointing toward their pervasive presence in our food systems, professionals in the environmental, health, and policy sectors are being urged

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EPR Portal for Plastic Packaging
May 17, 2025

What’s New on CPCB’s EPR Plastic Packaging Portal

Stay Compliant in 2025: What’s New on CPCB’s EPR Plastic Packaging Portal Quick Refresher: Why the Portal Matters India’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regime for plastic packaging—anchored in the Plastic Waste Management (PWM) Rules 2016 and overhauled by the 2022 amendment—requires every entity that puts plastic on the market to register on the Central Pollution Control Board’s (CPCB) online portal. Without an active EPR certificate, companies cannot legally manufacture, import, sell, or distribute plastic‑ packaged goods in India. The Classic PIBO

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May 7, 2025

The Illusion of Sustainability: False Net-Zero and Carbon Neutral Claims

Introduction As climate change becomes a central global concern, terms like “net-zero” and “carbon neutral” have entered mainstream discourse. From multinational corporations to small businesses, everyone claims to be embracing sustainability. But are these claims always genuine? Unfortunately, the answer is no. In many cases, companies engage in greenwashing, misleading consumers with false sustainability narratives. Let’s dive into what false net-zero and carbon-neutral claims are, why they’re problematic, and how we

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May 6, 2025

The Truth Behind India’s EPR Credit System

♻️ Recycled Lies? The Truth Behind India’s EPR Credit System Over the past few years, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) has emerged as a critical policy instrument in India’s strategy to tackle plastic waste management. Its intention is noble: shift the responsibility of managing plastic waste from the public sector to those who produce it—producers, importers, and brand owners (PIBOs). However, despite a well-defined framework laid out by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), India’s EPR credit system is

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May 5, 2025

Sustainable Packaging or Just More Plastic?

Sustainable Packaging or Just More Plastic? The Hidden Realities Behind the Green Labels Introduction In the race toward environmental responsibility, sustainable packaging has emerged as a key buzzword. From “biodegradable” wrappers to “eco-friendly” containers, industries are rebranding to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. But beneath the green labels and recycled logos lies a question few dare to ask: Are we truly adopting sustainable packaging, or just reinventing plastic in a more marketable form? This

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ESG
May 2, 2025

Top 3 Competitive Advantages of Investing in ESG

Top 3 Competitive Advantages of Investing in ESG Capacity Building for Your Workforce Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) capacity building – training employees in corporate sustainability practices – is no longer a “nice-to-have” but a strategic necessity. In India’s fast-evolving business landscape, companies face rising stakeholder expectations and new regulations (such as SEBI’s ESG disclosure norms​). Studies show that a solid ESG program yields strong ROI and competitive edge. For example, 71% of global C-suite leaders

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May 1, 2025

Green Chemistry

Green Chemistry: Innovation Reducing Toxic Footprints in the Chemical Industry   Introduction: Why Green Chemistry Is Central to Industry Transformation As global industries confront the dual challenge of increasing production and reducing environmental burdens, the chemical sector stands at a pivotal crossroads. Historically linked with emissions, hazardous waste, and intensive resource consumption, chemical manufacturing is being redefined through green chemistry—a discipline focused on minimising environmental impact at the molecular level. This article explores how sustainable chemical processes, green innovation, and

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April 29, 2025

How GRI and BRSR Are Shaping the Future of Sustainability Reporting in India

Beyond Numbers: How GRI and BRSR Are Shaping the Future of Sustainability Reporting in India Sustainability reporting in India has come a long way. What was once seen as a voluntary exercise filled with lofty promises is now evolving into a structured, data-driven, and stakeholder-focused practice. Two frameworks are leading this change: the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) and Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) mandated by SEBI. Together, GRI and BRSR

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