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Hitachi Energy: Partnering for a Resilient and Sustainable Energy System

7 August 2024: The year 2024 marks 75 years of our company’s presence in India, and we are honored to have been part of various nation-building energy projects. Since our inception, we have also actively contributed to society’s sustainable development through corporate social responsibility aligned with U.N. goals—focusing on people, planet, peace, and partnerships. Our initiatives span diverse areas such as diversity and inclusion, education, health, the environment, and collaboration with academia. At Hitachi Energy, we aim to impact lives and create a lasting societal effect. To make a better world today and tomorrow, the company continues to partner with multiple stakeholders to support social and environmental causes. Hitachi Energy India is at the forefront, be it empowering female students,

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House of Hiranandani Unveils #TomorrowMatters Campaign with Ambitious 5-Year Sustainability Goals

31st July 2024: House of Hiranandani, a leading real estate developer, is proud to announce the launch of #TomorrowMatters, a campaign conceptualized to tackle the urgent global climate crisis through a collaborative approach. The five-year-long campaign encompasses multiple targeted goals among various facets of our environment to bring about a significant and impactful change. According to the United Nations Climate Body and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), it is crucial to limit the long-term average temperature rise to 1.5 °C. The consequences of 2C global warming can result in extreme hot days, rises in sea levels, and the and the loss of coral reefs. They can also affect plants, animals, and hundreds of millions of people. It is

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Synergy Steels Leads Sustainability Efforts with Plantation Drive

26th June: Synergy Steels, recently spearheaded an inspiring initiative at its Alwar, Rajasthan facility. The event promoted sustainability and community engagement through employee environment awareness training and a plantation drive. With the thought-provoking theme of “Land Restoration, Desertification and Drought Resilience,” the company aimed to contribute to a greener future while addressing pressing environmental issues. Synergy Steels aims to meet part of its energy needs through renewable sources by 2030. The company is focused on decarbonizing its stainless-steel production and has sustainability at the core of its business. To move forward with this aim, Synergy Steels organized a plantation drive, with active participation from plant employees who pledged to embrace sustainable practices. As a result of this event, the trees

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Salesforce India drives Innovation for a Sustainable Future on this Earth’s Day

April 26, 2024: On this World Earth Day, Salesforce, the global leader in CRM solutions, launched “Reboot the Earth”, a series of climate-focused innovation hackathons in collaboration with five United Nations agencies: the United Nations Secretariat, UN Youth Office, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, United Nations Office of Information and Communications Technology, and Digital Public Goods Alliance. The hackathon, held in Hyderabad, aims to bring together young computer programmers, administrators, architects, individuals familiar with the Salesforce ecosystem, scientists, and other interested individuals to devise solutions to address the current climate crisis. With Sustainability ingrained as a core value, Salesforce has recently unveiled multiple initiatives, through the India CSR grants, to confront pressing climate challenges. The afforestation projects

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Natch Renews Commitment to Sustainability with Expanded Plastic-Neutral Initiative

April 22, 2024 – As we commemorate World Earth Day, let’s take a moment to reflect on our impact on the planet and how we can make a positive change. One simple yet impactful way to contribute to a greener future is by embracing sustainable practices in our daily lives, starting with what we consume and how it’s packaged. Natch Snacks, the brand known for delighting our taste buds with delicious and nutritious snacks, is ramping up its dedication to sustainability. Its year-long enhanced collaboration with Recircle, a top waste management organization, is making a significant environmental and social difference. Get ready for even more eco-friendly and socially responsible snacks from Natch Snacks! Natch is proud to announce its sponsorship

Read More »

The CDP Climate Change Leadership Index features Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals)

20th February 2024: CDP’s Climate Disclosure Index 2023, Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals) has been ranked on the leadership index. Besides the public disclosure of our targets, strong governance structure, risk management strategies, and measures implemented to mitigate the impacts of climate change we scored higher on our scope 3 emissions and climate change opportunities disclosure that helped us in scoring “A-” in Climate Change disclosures. CDP is a global non-profit environmental disclosure platform. Over 23,000 companies representing US $67 trillion in market capitalization, disclosed their environmental performance data to CDP in 2023. The information provided by companies is independently assessed using CDP’s best-in-class scoring methodology. Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals) is one of the few Indian companies that have made it

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Myplan8 a Green tech start up, launches “Carbon Directory” – empowers individuals to reduce carbon footprint and foster sustainable consumption

26 July, 2023:A free, easy-to-use carbon dioxide emissions (CO2e) tracker has been launched by Myplan8, a green tech start up. This provides an insight into the carbon footprint caused by our day-to-day lifestyle, food consumption habits, regular travel etc. The Carbon Directory has 8 key categories.  Carbon emissions for water usage, food habits, energy used, pet animals, waste management, travel and electronics used and lifestyle – day to day activities have been simplified by MyPlan8.  Nearly 100 parameters have been listed by the company to help individuals reduce their carbon footprint in these categories.  The food category has 30 food items listed under it. It is shown that the consumption of 100 gms of beef can lead to 15.5 kg

Read More »

Ocean Industries to navigate the effects of over-exploitation and climate change through Cognizant® Ocean introduced by Cognizant

 A recent announcement by Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) stated  that it is had  created a new business group, Cognizant® Ocean, which would  focus on helping clients in the “Blue Economy”  to apply digital technologies, such as AI and data analytics, with a view to improving their business outcomes, reducing their carbon output and decarbonizing the oceans.  The aim of Cognizant Ocean is to  drive efficiency, sustainability,  and growth in the Blue Economy. This encompasses a wide range of sectors that operate in and around the world’s oceans, which include marine transportation, shipping, offshore oil and gas, marine renewables, marine conservation an aquaculture  among others. These industries play a vital  role in the global economy since they provide various goods and services.

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Arya .ag and Bayer collaborate to promote sustainable agriculture

Arya.ag, one of India’s largest profitable agritech platform, has joined forces with Bayer CropScience, a well-known global leader in the life science fields of agriculture and healthcare, in a strategic collaboration that is aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture. Th i s partnership aims at optimizing resource utilization and delivering definable and economic benefits to all farmers, FPO, and other stakeholders involved in the food value chain. The partnership reflects the commitment of both companies to provide access to sustainable agriculture practices for farmers across India. The collaboration marks a significant milestone for both companies, and under the MoU, Arya. ag and Bayer CropScience will work together on several projects to achieve their sustainability goals. Arya.ag will offer its services to

Read More »

Sustainable Farming and Environment conservation promoted by Avashya Foundation during its’ 5th Annual Mango Festival

The CSR arm of Allcargo Group, The Avashya Foundation hosted itsannual Mango Festival as part of its Maitree initiative recently.This initiative is geared towards building sustainable livelihoods for farmers and conserving the environment. The venue for this festival was the Allcargo headquarters in Mumbai. Allcargo celebrated the enticing fragrance, exquisite flavor, and delectable taste of the king of fruits on the 18th and 19th of May 2023, for the fifth year this time. The tribal regions of Maharashtra benefit through the promotion of sustainable growth and development that the annual Mango Festival brings. The plantation of over 850,000 fruit bearing saplings has been planted under the Maitree initiative working towards replenishing the green cover of planet Earth. The local farmers

Read More »

Hitachi Energy: Partnering for a Resilient and Sustainable Energy System

7 August 2024: The year 2024 marks 75 years of our company’s presence in India, and we are honored to have been part of various nation-building energy projects. Since our inception, we have also actively contributed to society’s sustainable development through corporate social responsibility aligned with U.N. goals—focusing on people, planet, peace, and partnerships. Our initiatives span diverse areas such as diversity and inclusion, education, health, the environment, and collaboration with academia. At Hitachi Energy, we aim to impact lives and create a lasting societal effect. To make a better world today and tomorrow, the company continues to partner with multiple stakeholders to support social and environmental causes. Hitachi Energy India is at the forefront, be it empowering female students,

Read More »

House of Hiranandani Unveils #TomorrowMatters Campaign with Ambitious 5-Year Sustainability Goals

31st July 2024: House of Hiranandani, a leading real estate developer, is proud to announce the launch of #TomorrowMatters, a campaign conceptualized to tackle the urgent global climate crisis through a collaborative approach. The five-year-long campaign encompasses multiple targeted goals among various facets of our environment to bring about a significant and impactful change. According to the United Nations Climate Body and the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC), it is crucial to limit the long-term average temperature rise to 1.5 °C. The consequences of 2C global warming can result in extreme hot days, rises in sea levels, and the and the loss of coral reefs. They can also affect plants, animals, and hundreds of millions of people. It is

Read More »

Synergy Steels Leads Sustainability Efforts with Plantation Drive

26th June: Synergy Steels, recently spearheaded an inspiring initiative at its Alwar, Rajasthan facility. The event promoted sustainability and community engagement through employee environment awareness training and a plantation drive. With the thought-provoking theme of “Land Restoration, Desertification and Drought Resilience,” the company aimed to contribute to a greener future while addressing pressing environmental issues. Synergy Steels aims to meet part of its energy needs through renewable sources by 2030. The company is focused on decarbonizing its stainless-steel production and has sustainability at the core of its business. To move forward with this aim, Synergy Steels organized a plantation drive, with active participation from plant employees who pledged to embrace sustainable practices. As a result of this event, the trees

Read More »

Salesforce India drives Innovation for a Sustainable Future on this Earth’s Day

April 26, 2024: On this World Earth Day, Salesforce, the global leader in CRM solutions, launched “Reboot the Earth”, a series of climate-focused innovation hackathons in collaboration with five United Nations agencies: the United Nations Secretariat, UN Youth Office, Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations, United Nations Office of Information and Communications Technology, and Digital Public Goods Alliance. The hackathon, held in Hyderabad, aims to bring together young computer programmers, administrators, architects, individuals familiar with the Salesforce ecosystem, scientists, and other interested individuals to devise solutions to address the current climate crisis. With Sustainability ingrained as a core value, Salesforce has recently unveiled multiple initiatives, through the India CSR grants, to confront pressing climate challenges. The afforestation projects

Read More »

Natch Renews Commitment to Sustainability with Expanded Plastic-Neutral Initiative

April 22, 2024 – As we commemorate World Earth Day, let’s take a moment to reflect on our impact on the planet and how we can make a positive change. One simple yet impactful way to contribute to a greener future is by embracing sustainable practices in our daily lives, starting with what we consume and how it’s packaged. Natch Snacks, the brand known for delighting our taste buds with delicious and nutritious snacks, is ramping up its dedication to sustainability. Its year-long enhanced collaboration with Recircle, a top waste management organization, is making a significant environmental and social difference. Get ready for even more eco-friendly and socially responsible snacks from Natch Snacks! Natch is proud to announce its sponsorship

Read More »

The CDP Climate Change Leadership Index features Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals)

20th February 2024: CDP’s Climate Disclosure Index 2023, Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals) has been ranked on the leadership index. Besides the public disclosure of our targets, strong governance structure, risk management strategies, and measures implemented to mitigate the impacts of climate change we scored higher on our scope 3 emissions and climate change opportunities disclosure that helped us in scoring “A-” in Climate Change disclosures. CDP is a global non-profit environmental disclosure platform. Over 23,000 companies representing US $67 trillion in market capitalization, disclosed their environmental performance data to CDP in 2023. The information provided by companies is independently assessed using CDP’s best-in-class scoring methodology. Godrej Industries Limited (Chemicals) is one of the few Indian companies that have made it

Read More »

Myplan8 a Green tech start up, launches “Carbon Directory” – empowers individuals to reduce carbon footprint and foster sustainable consumption

26 July, 2023:A free, easy-to-use carbon dioxide emissions (CO2e) tracker has been launched by Myplan8, a green tech start up. This provides an insight into the carbon footprint caused by our day-to-day lifestyle, food consumption habits, regular travel etc. The Carbon Directory has 8 key categories.  Carbon emissions for water usage, food habits, energy used, pet animals, waste management, travel and electronics used and lifestyle – day to day activities have been simplified by MyPlan8.  Nearly 100 parameters have been listed by the company to help individuals reduce their carbon footprint in these categories.  The food category has 30 food items listed under it. It is shown that the consumption of 100 gms of beef can lead to 15.5 kg

Read More »

Ocean Industries to navigate the effects of over-exploitation and climate change through Cognizant® Ocean introduced by Cognizant

 A recent announcement by Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) stated  that it is had  created a new business group, Cognizant® Ocean, which would  focus on helping clients in the “Blue Economy”  to apply digital technologies, such as AI and data analytics, with a view to improving their business outcomes, reducing their carbon output and decarbonizing the oceans.  The aim of Cognizant Ocean is to  drive efficiency, sustainability,  and growth in the Blue Economy. This encompasses a wide range of sectors that operate in and around the world’s oceans, which include marine transportation, shipping, offshore oil and gas, marine renewables, marine conservation an aquaculture  among others. These industries play a vital  role in the global economy since they provide various goods and services.

Read More »

Arya .ag and Bayer collaborate to promote sustainable agriculture

Arya.ag, one of India’s largest profitable agritech platform, has joined forces with Bayer CropScience, a well-known global leader in the life science fields of agriculture and healthcare, in a strategic collaboration that is aimed at promoting sustainable agriculture. Th i s partnership aims at optimizing resource utilization and delivering definable and economic benefits to all farmers, FPO, and other stakeholders involved in the food value chain. The partnership reflects the commitment of both companies to provide access to sustainable agriculture practices for farmers across India. The collaboration marks a significant milestone for both companies, and under the MoU, Arya. ag and Bayer CropScience will work together on several projects to achieve their sustainability goals. Arya.ag will offer its services to

Read More »

Sustainable Farming and Environment conservation promoted by Avashya Foundation during its’ 5th Annual Mango Festival

The CSR arm of Allcargo Group, The Avashya Foundation hosted itsannual Mango Festival as part of its Maitree initiative recently.This initiative is geared towards building sustainable livelihoods for farmers and conserving the environment. The venue for this festival was the Allcargo headquarters in Mumbai. Allcargo celebrated the enticing fragrance, exquisite flavor, and delectable taste of the king of fruits on the 18th and 19th of May 2023, for the fifth year this time. The tribal regions of Maharashtra benefit through the promotion of sustainable growth and development that the annual Mango Festival brings. The plantation of over 850,000 fruit bearing saplings has been planted under the Maitree initiative working towards replenishing the green cover of planet Earth. The local farmers

Read More »

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