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Scaling Up Solar, Wind Power For A Sustainable Future: Experts

Experts highlight the progress, challenges, and strategies to scale up renewable energy in India, focusing on solar and wind power as key drivers of the energy transition   India’s renewable energy sector has achieved a combined installed capacity of 199.52 GW, with 47.19 GW from wind power and 89.43 GW from solar power. However, despite […]

Integrating RE With Storage: Experts Call For Policy Reforms

The National Policy of energy storage, needs to encompass various aspects, like grid stabilization, the renewable energy projects, and interlink the producers of renewable energy with the storage providers Battery storage helps maintain grid stability by balancing supply and demand in real-time. Renewable energy sources like solar and wind are intermittent, as they depend on […]

IMSC 2024: Sustainability Leaders Across Key Sector

Organisations that are at the forefront of integrating sustainability into their core business strategies, exemplifying a balanced approach to environmental stewardship, social responsibility and ethical governance In an age where sustainability is a business imperative, Indian companies are stepping up to lead the global charge towards environmental and social responsibility. BW India’s Most Sustainable Companies […]

Paving Path To A Greener Future With Carbon Capture

Experts shed light on the economic viability, policy implications and public perception of carbon capture in the Indian context Musharrat Shahin Carbon capture technology has become an essential part of the global decarbonisation effort, especially for difficult industries. India’s power demand is projected to grow significantly by 2070, with an increase in electricity consumption of about […]

Bisleri CEO Sounds Alarm On India’s Water Crisis, Warns Of Severe Consequences

India’s unsustainable groundwater extraction could lead to severe water shortages within 20 years Abhinav Kumar Jha India, with only 4 per cent of global groundwater, has depleted 25 per cent of its resources in 70 years, mainly due to agriculture. “You can see that if you continue to extract water at the rate you are […]

Experts Warn Of Challenges In Heavy Commercial EV Adoption Despite Rapid Growth

Although battery costs are decreasing, experts emphasise that the successful execution of government-backed schemes and efficient fund deployment are crucial for further adoption Norway became the first country where electric vehicles (EVs) surpassed gas-powered vehicles. India also strives to follow the same path concerning the inclusion of EVs. In 2023, the country sold 1.53 million […]

Finance Hurdles: Catalysing Investments For Sustainable Enterprises

Experts discuss green finance instruments, the impact of green bonds, SME sustainability practices, risk management in green financing and the path for a future of sustainable finance Sambhav Jha India’s sustainable enterprise landscape is poised for growth as investors, policymakers, and entrepreneurs converge to unlock opportunities in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) initiatives. With Sebi’s […]

Enhancing Transparency And Accountability In Supply Chains

Experts discuss the role of sustainable practices, technological innovations and collaboration in creating more responsible supply chains across sectors Arya Rakshita As businesses navigate the complexities of global supply chains, the need for transparency and accountability becomes increasingly critical. Sustainable practices and ethical sourcing are no longer just options but essential components for companies striving […]

Empowering Change: Formulating A Sustainable Workforce For Future

Amid rising environmental challenges across the globe especially in emerging economies, experts highlight the importance of sustainability education in India A butterfly flapping its wings can create small turbulence that can start a chain reaction, leading to a typhoon in another part of the world. Nothing is surprising about this, as research confirms this ‘Butterfly Effect’, […]

India’s Journey To Net Zero Exciting Yet Challenging: Experts

The experts call for an approach that involves innovative thinking backed by a climate financing framework to realise the goals Kishan Singh As India Scales its climate ambitions with the target of reaching net-zero status by 2070, the country has worked on creating a framework which strives to provide a comprehensive approach towards renewable energy […]