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ESG training is critical for corporate sustainability compliance and performance. From students to board-level executives, our programs are credible, practical and career-defining.

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22+
Hours live
10
Live sessions
11
Recorded modules
8
Quizzes
₹4L–9L
Avg ESG salary
IIMB
Partnership
100+
Clients served
30+
Yrs experience
🎓 For Students & Freshers ▶ Recorded · Self-paced 100% Free

Student Program

ESG Student Certification — completely free

A shorter, foundation-level path into ESG — built for college students and freshers with zero prior experience. Watch recorded video lectures at your own pace, on your own schedule — no live sessions to show up for, no cost to enroll or complete.

Hosted right here on Pro India — the same self-paced, recorded-lecture format as a SWAYAM course.

What you'll learn

6 recorded modules — ~6–8 hours total

Module 01 · Recorded
Introduction to ESG & Sustainability
What ESG means, the UN SDGs and Paris Agreement, India's BRSR landscape, and why sustainability skills matter for your career.
~55 min
Module 02 · Recorded
Climate Change & Carbon Footprint Basics
Understanding climate change, greenhouse gases, Scope 1/2/3 emissions explained simply, and how to calculate a basic carbon footprint.
~60 min
Module 03 · Recorded
Water Conservation & Circular Economy
Water footprint and conservation basics, the waste management hierarchy, and real case studies — Tata Steel, ITC, Dalmia Cement.
~50 min
Module 04 · Recorded
Waste Management & EPR, Simplified
Plastic and e-waste basics, India's EPR rules explained in plain language, and why Extended Producer Responsibility matters for brands.
~50 min
Module 05 · Recorded
Energy Efficiency & Renewables
Energy efficiency vs. renewable energy, solar/wind/green hydrogen basics, and how Indian companies are reaching net zero.
~45 min
Module 06 · Recorded
Carbon Markets, CSR & ESG Careers
How carbon credits work, CSR obligations in India, mapping ESG job roles, and building an ESG-ready resume & LinkedIn profile.
~55 min

Capstone quiz — included free

A short applied quiz on everything you've learned, included free — a quick self-check before you finish the course. ~30 min.

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All 6 modules, completely free — no payment details needed.

Working professional?
Executive track
  • 10 live interactive sessions, 22+ hours
  • BRSR, GRI, TCFD and carbon reporting
  • Executive-level case studies
  • IIMB-backed certificate
See the Executive track →

Student Program — quick answers

Is this really free?
Yes. All 6 recorded modules, resources and the capstone quiz are free for every student and fresher — no payment needed to start or finish learning.
How is this different from the Executive Certification?
The Executive track is 10 live sessions (22+ hours) built for working professionals. The Student track is 6 shorter recorded modules (6–8 hours) covering the same core topics at a foundational level — learn anytime, no live sessions to attend.
Where do I actually watch the videos?
Right here on Pro India's own site — the same recorded, self-paced format as a SWAYAM course. No separate platform or app to sign up for.
Do I get a certificate?
You'll see your options for that as soon as you complete the course. Finishing the modules always shows you a “Course Completed” confirmation.
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For Working Professionals

ESG Executive Certification — Lead Sustainability Strategy

Designed for managers, consultants, engineers, and business leaders. Get internationally recognised credentials and move into ESG leadership roles.

📈 Why Executives Choose ESG Certification

📊 30–40% Salary Premium for ESG-certified roles vs non-certified peers 🏢 SEBI Mandates BRSR for Top 1000 listed companies = 50,000+ new roles 🌐 Global Frameworks CSRD, TCFD, GRI mandatory reporting across EU & India 🏆 IIMB Partnership Backed Certificate Globally recognised credential

Executive Curriculum

Same 10 Sessions — Executive-Level Depth & Case Studies

Session 01
ESG Strategy & Business Integration
Board-level ESG governance, materiality assessment, stakeholder mapping, business case for ESG
Session 02
GHG Accounting & Net Zero Strategy
Scope 1/2/3 measurement, SBTi targets, carbon offsets, net zero roadmap for your organisation
Session 03
Energy Management & ISO 50001
Energy management systems, efficiency KPIs, industrial decarbonization, investment cases
Session 04
Renewable Energy Procurement
PPAs, RECs, green hydrogen, India RE policy, renewable energy for corporates
Session 05
Water Risk & CDP Disclosure
Water accounting, CDP Water questionnaire, shared water stewardship, supply chain water risk
Session 06
EPR & Circular Economy for Business
EPR compliance strategy, plastic credits, waste to value, circular business model design
Session 07
Biodiversity & TNFD Reporting
Nature-related risks, TNFD framework, biodiversity strategy, land use reporting
Session 08
BRSR, GRI & CSRD Reporting
BRSR Core & Extended for SEBI, GRI Standards, EU CSRD double materiality
Session 09
LCA & Environmental Product Declarations
Life Cycle Assessment methodology, ISO 14040/44, EPD creation, product-level ESG
Session 10
PRO TECHT Software & Leadership
PRO TECHT hands-on, ESG dashboards, communicating ESG to board & investors

Executive ESG Roles

🏭 ESG Head / VP Sustainability
₹15L–₹40L/yr
Lead enterprise sustainability strategy
📋 BRSR Programme Manager
₹8L–₹15L/yr
SEBI compliance, annual ESG disclosures
🌱 ESG Consulting Partner
₹12L–₹25L/yr
Client advisory, ESG transformation
🌡️ Climate Risk Manager
₹10L–₹20L/yr
TCFD, physical & transition risk modelling
⚡ Renewable Energy Manager
₹9L–₹18L/yr
PPA structuring, RE procurement
💰 ESG Investment Analyst
₹10L–₹22L/yr
ESG screening, green bonds, SRI funds
♻️ Circular Economy Lead
₹9L–₹16L/yr
EPR strategy, waste to value, product design
🔬 LCA & EPD Specialist
₹8L–₹14L/yr
Product footprint, ISO 14040 assessments

Program Comparison

Feature Student Program Executive Program Corporate Group
Duration10 live sessions10 live sessionsCustomisable
Recorded modules11 included11 includedYes
PRO TECHT Software
CertificateIIMB-backedIIMB-backedPro India
Placement assistance
Board-level case studies
BRSR/CSRD deep-diveFoundationAdvancedCustom
Price₹29,900₹29,900On request
Amit Saha
Amit Saha
CEO, Pro India | Former CSO, Hindustan Coca-Cola India & SW Asia
With 27+ years of global corporate experience, Amit brings boardroom-level ESG strategy into every executive session. His decade and a half at Coca-Cola leading sustainability for an entire subcontinent gives executives the rare combination of regulatory knowledge, business acumen, and stakeholder management skill that textbooks cannot provide.
27+ Years ExperienceCSO — Coca-Cola IndiaCII Sustainability LeaderIIMB Module Faculty
International Executive
USD 700
  • Global ESG frameworks
  • CSRD for EU operations
  • TCFD for investors
  • Same live sessions (IST)
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B2B Programs

Corporate & MSME ESG Training

Train your entire team. Build internal ESG capability. Meet SEBI BRSR mandates. Custom-built for your sector, timeline, and team size.

🏢 Corporate ESG Training Impact

100+ Corporate Clients trained & advised across India SEBI BRSR Compliance Top 1000 listed cos. mandatory since FY23 4M+ MSMEs in India facing ESG supply chain requirements 27+ Years Industry experience of your lead trainer Custom Training Your sector, your team, your pace

Corporate Programs

🏢
B2B Corporate ESG Training
For listed companies & large enterprises
  • BRSR Core & Extended reporting
  • GRI Standards compliance
  • TCFD climate risk disclosure
  • GHG accounting & net zero roadmap
  • ESG governance & board training
  • PRO TECHT software for your team
  • Customised to your sector
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🏭
MSME Sustainability Training
Affordable ESG for growing businesses
  • ESG basics for SME owners & teams
  • Supply chain ESG compliance
  • EPR registration & compliance
  • Green certifications (LEED, BEE)
  • Waste management practices
  • Access to ESG credit finance
  • MSME-friendly pricing
Enquire on WhatsApp
👨‍💻
Engineering Internship Program
College Internships · 4-month program for final-year students
  • 4-month paid internship program
  • Live projects on EPR & ESG
  • Mentored by Amit Saha & team
  • High intern-to-hire conversion ratio
  • For engineering colleges across India
  • College MOU available
  • Certificate + recommendation letter
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Trusted By

100+ Companies Have Trusted Pro India

From FMCG giants to MSMEs — across plastics, electronics, oil, ELV, and sustainability sectors

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Sectors: Plastics · Electronics · Oil & Lubricants · ELV · FMCG · Pharma · Infrastructure · Retail

Our Expert Team

The People Behind Pro India

Amit Saha
Amit Saha
CEO & Lead Trainer
Dr. Prachi Ugle
Dr. Prachi Ugle
Sustainability Advisor · Double PhD
Ashish Pottekat
Ashish Pottekat
Manager — Sustainability & Environment
Apurva Sinkar
Apurva Sinkar
Advisor — Sustainable Urban Development
Anupama Saha
Anupama Saha
Business & Brand Development

Train Your Entire ESG Team

Custom group pricing available. We come to you — or deliver online. SEBI BRSR deadlines wait for no one.

Specialized Programs

Advanced & Specialized ESG Programs

Go beyond the basics. Specialized credentials for professionals who need depth in specific ESG domains — from IIM Bangalore to EPD to Green Building.

⭐ What Makes Pro India Specialized Programs Different

Pro India ESG Expertise IIMB Partnership EPD Certified 27+ Yrs Green Buildings PRO TECHT
🎓
IIMB – Pro India ESG Module
IIM Bangalore Executive Education Partnership
  • Co-delivered with IIM Bangalore
  • Executive education credential
  • Corporate governance & ESG strategy
  • SEBI & regulatory frameworks
  • Board-level sustainability governance
  • Ideal for C-suite and board members
Enquire Now →
🔬
Environmental Product Declaration (EPD)
ISO 14025 Certification Training
  • ISO 14040/44 Life Cycle Assessment
  • EPD creation & verification
  • Product Carbon Footprint (PCF)
  • For architects, engineers, manufacturers
  • Green procurement compliance
  • EU taxonomy alignment
Enquire Now →
🏗️
Green Building Certifications
LEED, GRIHA, IGBC Training & Consulting
  • LEED AP preparation & consulting
  • GRIHA certification support
  • IGBC green building audit
  • BEE Star Rating compliance
  • Net Zero building design
  • For architects & real estate firms
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🚀
EIR — Startup Support
Entrepreneur-in-Residence · Coaching & Mentoring
  • 1:1 mentorship from Amit Saha
  • Business strategy + mindful leadership
  • Waste-to-wealth & circular-economy focus
  • Workshops, masterclasses & startup toolkits
  • Networking with investors & founders
  • For aspiring & early-stage entrepreneurs
Book a Session →
🎯
Career Coaching
1:1 guidance for ESG & sustainability careers
  • 1:1 sessions with Amit Saha (ICF-certified)
  • Role mapping — ESG Analyst to CSO track
  • Resume, LinkedIn & interview preparation
  • Mid-career switch into sustainability
  • Skill-gap plan against live job requirements
  • For students, professionals & career changers
Enquire Now →

EIR Program Structure

8 Weeks — From Idea to Market-Ready Venture

A structured Entrepreneur-in-Residence journey blending business strategy with mindful, conscious business practice.

1
Waste to Wealth
Identify waste in your current model and spot waste-to-wealth opportunities in local markets.
2
Awareness Creation for Your Product
Build a unique value proposition and a marketing plan across social and community channels.
3
Market Visibility Strategies
Branding, digital presence, SEO and content marketing; networking with local businesses.
4
Circular Economy Principles
Design products for longevity and reuse — eliminate waste, circulate products, regenerate nature.
5
Engaging Your Audience
Audience segmentation, buyer personas and storytelling that builds emotional engagement.
6
Market Capture Techniques
Competitive analysis, customer feedback loops and retention & loyalty strategies.
7
Polling & Feedback Mechanisms
Design surveys and polls, and analyse feedback to continuously improve your product.
8
Final Presentations & Networking
Present your business plan and connect with investors, mentors and industry experts.

Why Choose Pro India

🏆
IIMB Partnership
India's top B-school backs our curriculum
👨‍💼
27+ Year Practitioner
Not academics — real boardroom experience
🔧
PRO TECHT Software
Hands-on with proprietary ESG platform
📋
BRSR-Aligned
Directly applicable to SEBI mandates
🌐
Global Frameworks
GRI, TCFD, CSRD, TNFD covered
💼
Placement Support
Active job assistance & alumni network
🏭
100+ Clients
Real case studies from our own projects
🤝
Industry Network
CII, MoEF, CPCB connections
"India needs over 50,000 trained ESG professionals in the next 3 years. The question is not whether you should learn ESG — it's whether you'll be ready when the opportunity arrives." — Amit Saha, CEO, Pro India | Former CSO, Hindustan Coca-Cola India & SW Asia

Not Sure Which Program Fits You?

Our team will help you choose the right certification for your background and career goals.

For College Students

Campus Ambassador Program

Become Pro India's environmental champion on your campus. Train your peers, lead a local impact project, and earn a recognised certificate — all while making a real difference in your community.

🌱 Campus Ambassador Program at a Glance

4 Month Program Summer Project Train-the-Trainer Online Training Certification modules on your own schedule Local Impact Awareness project in your area Official Cert. Pro India & IIMB backed credential Stipend + Network Performance-based stipend + alumni access

How It Works

1
Apply Online — Free to Join
Submit your application below. Open to all college students across India — UG, PG, and diploma students welcome. No fees, no prerequisites.
2
Complete Online Training Modules
Access Pro India's online certification modules on environmental awareness, sustainability basics, EPR, and community engagement. Self-paced, at your convenience.
3
Execute Your Campus Environmental Project
Lead a real awareness campaign or local environment improvement project in your area — in your college, neighbourhood, or city. You design it, you lead it. We guide you.
4
Submit Report & Get Evaluated
Document your project with photos, impact data, and learnings. Submit your report to Pro India for review and certification.
5
Earn Certificate + Stipend + Network Access
Receive your official Pro India Campus Ambassador Certificate, performance-based stipend, and access to India's growing sustainability professional network.

What You Get

🏅
Official Certificate
Pro India Campus Ambassador Certificate — valued by recruiters
💰
Performance Stipend
Earn based on your project impact and reach
📚
Free Online Training
Access all ESG foundation modules at no cost
🌐
Pro India Network
Join India's sustainability professionals community
💼
Internship Pathway
Top ambassadors get internship offers at Pro India
📣
LinkedIn Spotlight
Featured on Pro India LinkedIn (10K+ followers)
🌱 Apply to Be a Campus Ambassador

Free to join. Open to all Indian college students. Applications reviewed within 48 hours.

By applying you agree to Pro India's Terms of Service

Be the Change on Your Campus

Join Pro India's mission to train 10,000 campus environmental champions across India. Applications open year-round.

More programmes

Beyond the certifications

One-to-one and campus programmes that run alongside our ESG training tracks.

1:1 with Amit Saha

Career Coaching

Personal guidance for anyone building a career in ESG and sustainability — role mapping, skill gaps, and resume and interview preparation.

Students & freshers Mid-career switchers
Enquire
8-week programme

Entrepreneur-in-Residence (EIR) & Startup Support

Mentoring for founders building around waste-to-wealth and the circular economy — business strategy, market visibility and investor networking.

Early-stage founders Circular economy
Book a session
College MOU available

College Internships

A four-month paid internship on live EPR and ESG projects, mentored by our team — with a certificate, a recommendation letter and a high intern-to-hire ratio.

Final-year students Engineering colleges
Apply now
Amit Saha, ESG trainer and Founder of Pro India
Your trainer

Learn from Amit Saha — a practitioner, not a theorist

CEO of Pro India and former Chief Sustainability Officer of Hindustan Coca-Cola. With 30+ years across FMCG, auto and sustainability, Amit brings real boardroom and on-ground experience into every session — training India's next generation of ESG professionals, not just lecturing from slides.

Ex-CSO, Hindustan Coca-Cola PhD in Sustainability GRI-G4 Certified
Book a session with Amit Connect on LinkedIn

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