Energy efficiency

India’s energy sector emission intensity could decrease by 48–57% by 2030 compared to 2005 levels—according to a new emissions modelling analysis by the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW) and the Alliance for an Energy Efficient Economy (AEEE).

Decarbonizing energy use in industry is a core part of India’s sustainable development agenda. Real-time ESG monitoring is a powerful approach to achieve this goal, with advantages that go beyond environmental compliance to operational excellence and competitive advantage.

The best businesses aren’t just adapting to the changing landscape; they’re leveraging sustainability to drive innovation, reduce costs, and build stronger relationships with their customers and stakeholders. Business leaders are turning sustainability into a growth driver rather than a cost center by adopting the right practices.

Leveraging artificial intelligence, automation, and real-time data, ESG SaaS (software-as-a-service) systems enable companies to optimize energy use, enable and enhance transparency, and comply with regulatory requirements.

The FMCG major aims to achieve net-zero operational emissions in India (across owned manufacturing units) by 2030 and in global operations by 2040.

The ICRA report states that the 127 companies committing to net zero target through science-based target initiative (SBTi) are primarily from non-hard-to-abate sectors like textiles, software, and pharmaceuticals.

As the world looks to COP29, the stakes have never been higher. Climate finance, energy transitions, biodiversity, adaptation, and carbon markets—each of these issues represents a critical piece of the puzzle in the fight against climate change. Azerbaijan, as host, faces the daunting challenge of balancing competing interests while pushing for ambitious global action.

ESG (environmental, social, and governance) measurement is often inconsistent, as there are multiple ESG rating agencies, sustainability reporting standards and data providers and all deploy their own methodologies and parameters. That makes it challenging for the investors and other stakeholders to evaluate critical ESG metrics and make well-informed choices.

John Slaven, chief executive officer, Vedanta Aluminium, sees strong growth in demand from power & transmission and automotive sector with India’s focus on energy transition.

Adani Energy Solutions Ltd will utilize the proceeds for building the bulk evacuation corridors for renewable power, smart metering business, debt repayment, and general corporate purposes.