SUSTAINABILITY
How a Greater Noida firm is shaping the future of energy storage via circular economy
Vidyuta Materials has ventured into cathode active materials production to meet the rising demand for EVs and contribute towards India's goal of import substitution and self-reliance, says firm's Co-Founder Ankit Sharma.
New ICE platform to trace cocoa, coffee deforestation from space
Intercontinental Exchange Inc. has partnered with Space Intelligence to launch a platform verifying deforestation-free cocoa and coffee before new European Union regulations take effect at the end of the year.
Why biodiversity urgently needs more financing options
The financial market for biodiversity is challenging due to difficulties in measurement and investment options. John Tobin-de la Puente of Cornell University suggests that more complex financial contracts and long-term commitments are needed to attract private investment.
India needs to build strong skills in sustainable fashion: Shahi Exports’ Giri
The rise in global demand for sustainably sourced clothing highlights that the stakeholders in the country should come together to focus on the development of relevant talent.
Trucks running on kitchen oil: Is India’s ambitious biodiesel plan yielding results?
This greener fuel can help the country achieve its environmental goals, with the right incentives and infrastructure.
Complex supply chains and climate change make "clean beauty" near impossible, but some keep trying
Climate change in turn is exacerbating extreme weather events like heat, drought and flooding that disrupt production. And there’s little regulation governing beauty products in many countries.
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How TapFin is opening the funding tap for startups in sustainability space
There are more startups in the sustainability space today but they struggle to get past financial barriers due to various issues. A Mumbai-based financing platform wants to level the playing field for these newcomers.
Growing real estate sector can give a boost to green building segment: Johnson Controls
The green building market in India generated $29.2 billion in 2022, with a 7.5% CAGR from 2017 to 2022. However, a lack of awareness about the tangible benefits of green buildings is a challenge, says Arun Awasthy, President and Managing Director of Johnson Controls India.
India on track to achieve Nationally Determined Contribution to mitigate climate change: Saraswat
As per India's NDC, the country stands committed to reducing emission intensity of its GDP by 45 per cent by 2030, from 2005 level, and achieving about 50 per cent cumulative electric power installed capacity from non-fossil-based resources by 2030.
What has worked to fight climate change? Policies where someone pays for polluting, study finds
Moves toward phasing out fossil fuel use and gas-powered engines haven't worked by themselves, but they are more successful when combined with some kind of energy tax or additional cost system, study authors concluded in an exhaustive analysis of global emissions, climate policies and laws.
Tax breaks are India’s lure as green debt misses bond frenzy
India aimed to attract interest in its green debt by allowing trading from Gujarat's finance hub. However, despite tax benefits, the bonds faced low demand due to limited supply and liquidity.
India’s polluting heavy industries need a tech, capital rethink
The union budget 2024 promises a road map that will help hard-to-abate industries to move to new clean technologies. Such a transition covering a wide range of sectors should go much beyond just financial support.
Investors see opportunities amid focus shift towards environmentally sustainable ventures
Experts see the cleantech industry becoming a major source of power by FY2050, which will also create new job opportunities.
Net zero’s carbon removal conundrum
Oxford researchers introduced a 'carbon removal budget' to address net-zero emissions targets by combining emission cuts with atmospheric CO2 removal.
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Celebrating 75 years of powering India
Shah urges sugar mills to diversify ethanol production, eyes 2025 blending target
Shah said about 1,000 crore litres of ethanol is required for blending, and the necessary infrastructure to achieve this target is in place.
DS Group achieves LEED Platinum Green Building certification
The certification was granted basis assessment of eight parameters, namely water efficiency, location and transportation, indoor environmental quality, sustainable sites, energy and atmosphere, materials and resources, innovation and regional priority credits.
How robust circular economy framework can help sustain India's economic growth
A concerted effort from all stakeholders, including government and private corporations, is essential to build a robust circular economy framework to sustain India's growing economy and population.
Our technology makes high-quality and sustainable steel tubes that are foundation of modern infrastructure: APL Tubes’ Sanjay Gupta
Sanjay Gupta’s company dominates the steel tubes market in India, but he says there is still room for improvement as the country’s usage of this commodity is low when compared with other nations.
Amazon’s sustainability chief: ‘We have to act now’ on climate
Amazon's focus on electric vehicles and industry partnerships highlights the complexity of transitioning to a sustainable future.
How MSMEs are spearheading the digitisation of energy space
Whether it's a smart fuelling station in Mumbai or an AI-driven oil rig in Gujarat, MSMEs are spearheading a digital transformation that promises to redefine the country’s energy future and drive sustainability in the Indian economy.
ESG consultancies and services on the rise as companies rush to get sustainability tag
Emerging consultancies and ESG services companies have a lot of opportunities but struggle due to lack of awareness and data.
Companies aren’t drawing up credible climate transition plans
The number of companies that actually reported a 1.5C plan increased by 44% to roughly one in four. While that’s “encouraging, action on credible climate-transition planning isn’t moving fast enough", says the CDP report.
Charting the course of the future: Could India take the lead in CleanTech AI?
Although problems such as landfilling, incineration and composting dominate waste disposal, they also give rise to the need for a personalized waste solution.
DS Group launches #SaveTheFuture campaign on 'World Environment Day’
The campaign will run on various social media platforms, where AI-generated images will highlight issues like pollution and the importance of preserving water reservoirs, complemented by reels from content creators, etc.
Tackling plastic pollution: A call to action for India
Plastic pollution has reached alarming levels, causing devastating consequences for the environment. From clogging waterways to threatening marine life, the pervasive presence of plastic waste demands immediate action.
Future of green jobs holds immense promise in India: Ramesh Alluri Reddy, TeamLease Degree Apprenticeship
India’s transition towards sustainability holds immense potential in creating new employment opportunities.
Why there is an urgent need for data centres to go green
Data centres are significant consumers of electricity, using approximately 2% of the world’s power and emitting CO2 that is equivalent to the airline industry, a high carbon intensive business.
Digital infrastructure company Equinix tries out hydrogenated vegetable oil for green power
The company collaborates with universities, government agencies and industry bodies to develop sustainable technologies, such as hydrogen fuel cells and software-defined power.
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