Sustainability Karma Desk

Indian Railways is close to fully electrifying its broad-gauge network, cutting diesel consumption, lowering emissions and improving efficiency across one of the world’s busiest rail systems

India’s recycling challenge isn’t just about capacity—it’s about quality. With low recycling rates and heavy reliance on the informal sector, improving segregation, innovation, and collaboration is key to building a stronger, circular system.

A recent study published in Environmental Research Letters warns that climate change and pollution may reduce India's solar energy efficiency by 3.3% by 2050, potentially losing 600-840 GWh annually, impacting the country's ambitious solar power goals.

India's renewable energy capacity grew by 24.2 GW in 2024, reaching 203.18 GW, driven by strong gains in solar and wind power. Hydro and nuclear energy contributions also boosted the clean energy transition.

Non-fossil fuel generation capacity in India crosses 2.59 Lakh MW, overtaking fossil-fuel capacity — a landmark moment in the country’s clean-energy journey.

The Indian Chamber of Commerce hosted the 15th India Corporate Governance & Sustainability Summit, promoting ethical business, sustainability, and ESG practices.

Jaipur marathon blends community spirit with campaign for ending hunger

Climate inaction is increasing risks for India’s export-heavy industries

Water is a very important issue because it is not an end by itself; it cuts across almost everything from human and animal health to livelihood and gender, Shraman Jha, CEO, Hindustan Unilever Foundation.

World Earth Day 2025: While most Indians view the transition away from fossil fuels positively, misperceptions about key sustainability facts and a lack of proactive engagement hinder progress, according to the Ipsos Earth Day 2025 Global Report.