Ensuring a Sustainable Future: Industry Initiatives
04 Jun 2018 Today, the world faces significant challenges from a variety of environmental issues – climate change, energy efficiency, water use and conservation, biodiversity, and waste management, to name a few. Growing pressure on natural resources, increasing levels of carbon emissions and rising inequalities have the potential to impact all countries, especially the developing […]
Re-cycling and E-waste in India
28 Jun 2019 Technology has become an integral part of our lives. It changes fast, and people are frequently upgrading their devices, be it their laptops or mobile phones. The discarded ones – which are no longer used because the item isn’t functional anymore or has become obsolete – is considered e-waste. Buying new and updated […]
Mission Circular Economy
02 Nov 2018 CII’s flagship event, the 13th Sustainability Summit, was held in September. It gave perspective to the crucial subject of Circular Economy. Distinguished guests inaugurating Mission Circular Economy, stressed on the importance for India to accept this path-breaking concept. Here is everything you need to know about this highly acclaimed concept: A Paradigm Shift […]
CSR 2.0 – The Innovative, Collaborative and Un-Conventional Route
13 Jul 2019 The economy is rapidly evolving and changing. Innovation has taken center stage; has become omnipresent; new models of partnerships are emerging; Governments are actively reaching out to engage with businesses to deliver solutions to development challenges. Yet, India houses over 15 million people living in extreme poverty, which is less than US$1.9 […]
CSR: Catalysing Change through India Inc
14 Jul 2019 Social engagement of Indian business is as old as the history of business itself. Ever since businessmen first started investing, they have sought to give back to society in different ways. In India, the concept of business philanthropy is deeply embedded in our classical texts. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has undergone significant […]
India Can Become the RE Technology Hub to The World
17 Dec 2018 The journey towards a new energy architecture needs a long term and integrated policy approach, says Tulsi Tanti. The Indian Renewables industry is currently experiencing the right winds of change and is all set to alter the energy landscape of the country in a positive way. The clean energy sector is already […]
CII Foundation adopts villages in Punjab to make them stubble burning free
11 Sep 2019 Industry members help farmers adopt sustainable farm practices, reduce air pollution, improve yield and more. Air quality in Delhi National Capital Region (NCR) is a major concern due to its severe impact on human health. Tons of paddy straw burnt every year in North Western states, not only degrades the environment but […]