union budget 2025-26 expectations
India can pave the way for a resilient, equitable, and green future: Abhishek Maiti of 1Lattice
Budget 2025: To reduce reliance on imports, investment in local manufacturing of photovoltaic cells and battery storage systems can be encouraged.
Education, skilling, and mental health form interdependent pillars of sustainable development: Shreya Krishnan of AnitaB.org
Budget 2025: India’s demographic dividend presents immense potential, but this opportunity demands a skilled workforce prepared for emerging challenges.
A unified energy transition policy is central to decarbonise industries, promote green hydrogen infrastructure, and achieve a balanced energy mix: Shaina Ganapathy of Embassy Group
Budget 2025: Government initiatives such as the National Green Hydrogen Mission and solar energy expansion underscore a strong commitment to creating a cleaner ecosystem.
While green finance is growing, many early-stage sustainability startups struggle with funding access: Anup Garg of World of Circular Economy
Budget 2025: The launch of the Indian Carbon Market (ICM) is a landmark initiative that has opened new avenues for sustainability-focused ventures.
Focused interventions in water saving, electricity conservation, and sustainable manufacturing can set a new benchmark for India’s environmental stewardship: Thomas Stopper of Hansgrohe Group
Budget 2025: Financial backing for clean transportation, including EV charging infrastructure, can complement these efforts.
Green certificates not only help reduce environmental impact but also offer companies a competitive advantage: Sandeep Singh of Rubystone hospitality
Budget 2025: Companies that obtain sustainability certifications may receive marketing benefits that help them draw in eco-aware customers and grow their market share.