Articles by Jyothi Gupta

Part 1 of the two-part series outlined how Bengaluru is leading in ESG practices and India’s commitment to its compliance. Part 2 looks at the current situation of ESG implementation, its adoption in education and governance, and future outlook. Current situation Although still in its early stages, the adoption of environmental initiatives and social programmes by companies like Tata Consultancy Services (TCS) and Asian Paints is gaining traction. Social initiatives: Organisations like the Environment Support Group (ESG) work on social justice and environmental issues, advocating for sustainable practices and community well-being. ESG in governance and education: The Indian Institute of…

(This article is part 1 of a two-part series) Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) is an investing principle that centres on environmental and social issues as well as corporate governance. This article explains what ESG compliance entails and how it is being adopted in corporate social responsibility (CSR). Bengaluru leads in ESG As of June 2023, Bengaluru has the highest percentage of green-compliant office buildings among all Indian cities, with almost 30% of the stock across the country. Green roofs, rain water harvesting, energy efficiency, incorporating natural elements like sunlight, ventilation etc. are features of green compliant offices. ESG compliance…