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The world is facing an escalating water resource challenge. Today, nearly 2 billion people live in water-stressed regions, while 2.2 billion people still lack access to safely managed drinking water. If current consumption patterns continue, global demand for freshwater is likely to outstrip supply by nearly 40% by 2030. Climate…

As India undergoes rapid industrialization, urbanization, and growing consumerism, along with the push for circularity, the need to transform its waste management landscape has never been greater. Technology accelerations are rapidly changing waste management in India. Traditional methods of waste disposal are now slowly transforming into a fully automated technology-driven…

India is steadily emerging as a leader in the global circular economy discourse by integrating circularity into its growth strategy. With expanding industries and a growing population, India recognizes the importance of waste minimization, resource efficiency, and the promotion of recycling to ensure long-term environmental and economic resilience. Anchored in…

India stands at a pivotal movement in its freight transformation journey. With mounting pressure to decarbonize and a growing demand for sustainable supply chains, India’s logistics sector is undergoing a sideways shift. The sector aims to integrate sustainability into daily operations, while shaping the future of freight through strategic direction…

The mobility ecosystem is fast changing, and it requires not only a transformation but integration that is sustainable, affordable and accessible.  In alignment with this evolving landscape, India’s Green Mobility Vision is mainly driven by the PM E-DRIVE Scheme. The initiative aims to accelerate the adoption of electric vehicles (EVs)…

As India advances its sustainable development agenda, social media has emerged as a powerful driver of sustainable consumption, enabling citizens to make informed and responsible choices. Beyond entertainment and social networking, these platforms have evolved into essential channels for creating environmental awareness, fostering ethical consumption habits, and encouraging industry-wide sustainability…

CII 4R Awards 2025: Honouring Innovation and Leadership in Sustainable Waste Management India is rapidly emerging as a global leader in waste management, propelled by innovative practices and a deepening commitment to sustainability. Through a series of impactful national initiatives focused on urban sanitation and large-scale waste management, the country…

Across our planet, the consumption of finite natural resources is placing a large strain on the environment, with changing geopolitical dynamics adding new dimensions to the challenge. Waste accumulation is an equally significant challenge and a search for solutions has led to an increasing interest in and a move towards…

In today’s world, where climate change, resource scarcity and environmental degradation are pressing global challenges, choosing the green path is no longer a choice, it has become an undeniable imperative for ensuring a sustainable and resilient future. In alignment with this global shift, the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) is…

COP30 or the 2025 United Nations Climate Change Conference is scheduled to be held from November 10 to 21, 2025 in Brazil. While COP30 necessitates that all countries be ready to renew their commitment to emission reduction and address socio economic impact of climate change, it is imperative to look…