With commercial aviation contributing about 2.4% of the total CO2 emissions from fossil fuel use globally, the need for sustainable and environmentally friendly solutions within the aviation sector is undeniably urgent. As India’s aviation industry continues to grow, it is essential that we actively seek to reduce our carbon footprint Read more
The real estate sector, which is synonymous with high consumption and emission of greenhouse gases, is undergoing a transformation in India. Indian companies have been demonstrating leadership in tackling climate change by committing to net-zero targets. These initiatives fall under four critical domains – net-zero energy, net-zero water, net-zero waste, Read more
Carbon Neutrality Being carbon neutral means that through a combination of reducing and offsetting carbon emissions, your net contribution of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere is zero. This can seem like a daunting task at first. Many people have concerns about how practical or economically feasible carbon neutrality is for Read more
Climate change is a looming global challenge that needs our immediate attention. It is vital that everyone, including individuals and corporations, contribute to alleviating the impact. One effective tool to help achieve this is the purchase of carbon credits. But what are carbon credits? In simple terms, a carbon credit Read more
The real estate sector in India is a juggernaut that’s showing no signs of slowing down. As of 2021, the real estate market size in India was around US$200 billion and is projected to reach a whopping US$1 trillion by 2030. Furthermore, a staggering 70% of the buildings that will Read more
The Emergence of REITs in India The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), the regulatory body for securities in the country, issued guidelines for REITs in 2014. Yet, the response to this new form of investment vehicle was lukewarm, and the first operational REIT only started in 2019. To Read more
In recent years, sustainability and energy efficiency have moved from being mere buzzwords to fundamental components of modern architecture and real estate development. Green building standards play a critical role in this transition, offering guidelines and benchmarks that drive the design, construction, and operation of buildings towards greater environmental responsibility. Read more
The Indian government’s ambitious plan to introduce a battery swapping policy for electric vehicles (EVs) has hit a roadblock due to stiff opposition from the industry over interoperability standards proposed in the draft scheme. The policy, which aimed to make EV charging as quick as refuelling conventional vehicles, is now Read more
The Budget 2023 has made several key announcements regarding India’s green growth agenda. Among these, the establishment of regulations for the Green Credits Programme, governed by the Environmental Protection Act, stands out as a significant initiative. This programme aims to mitigate climate change, build adaptive capacity, improve the overall state Read more
The Budget 2023 has made several key announcements regarding India’s green growth agenda. Among these, the establishment of regulations for the Green Credits Programme, governed by the Environmental Protection Act, stands out as a significant initiative. This programme aims to mitigate climate change, build adaptive capacity, improve the overall state Read more