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1) Northeast India leads SDG gains with 85% districts now Front Runners
https://www.thestatesman.com/business...

2) India hits a milestone: 50% of its power capacity now comes from non-fossil sources
https://www.esgnews.earth/latest-news...

3) India’s warehousing sector is going green as MNCs seek eco-friendly logistics hubs.
https://www.sagarsandesh.in/news/38506

4) India’s green office spaces now earn up to 50% premium, driven by ESG-led real estate demand
https://www.cnbctv18.com/real-estate/...

5) India must invest $1.5 trillion by 2030 to meet its climate goals, according to Deloitte
https://www.esgtimes.in/energy/renewa...

6) GRI unveils draft sustainability reporting standard tailored for the textile and apparel industry
https://www.esgtoday.com/gri-releases...

7) RBI to introduce climate disclosure norms for banks, citing climate change as a key financial risk
https://www.opindia.com/2025/07/rbi-t...

8) 87% of U.S. firms are upping sustainability spend quietly amid regulatory uncertainty — EcoVadis
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/ecovad...

9) Ayodhya embraces sustainability with bold climate initiatives in India’s sacred city
https://indiawest.com/ayodhya-goes-gr...

10) Andhra Pradesh CM backs green hydrogen to boost clean energy growth
https://bioenergytimes.com/india-ap-c...

11) Union Minister Joshi inaugurates 435 MW solar plant in Rajasthan, a boost for green energy
https://www.pib.gov.in/PressReleasePa...

India is rapidly becoming a global sustainability powerhouse — transforming its energy mix, infrastructure, and finance to meet ambitious climate and development goals. 🌱

In a major milestone, 50% of India’s total power capacity now comes from non-fossil sources, signaling a strong shift toward renewables like solar, wind, and hydro. This achievement reinforces India’s commitment to its Net-Zero 2070 target and reflects massive growth in green investments, policy reforms, and private sector innovation.

The country’s Northeast region is leading the way in sustainable development, with 85% of districts now recognized as SDG Front Runners. This highlights how India’s grassroots governance and local initiatives are accelerating progress toward the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

At the same time, the warehousing and logistics sector is going green as global companies demand eco-friendly hubs and sustainable supply chains. Similarly, India’s green office spaces are now commanding up to 50% higher premiums, as ESG-focused real estate becomes a major investment driver.

According to Deloitte, India must invest nearly $1.5 trillion by 2030 to stay on track for its climate goals — underscoring the urgent need for green finance and public-private partnerships to drive clean energy, mobility, and industrial decarbonization.

In the apparel industry, the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) has released a draft sustainability reporting standard tailored for the textile sector, ensuring greater transparency on social, labor, and environmental practices — vital for one of India’s largest export industries.

Recognizing the financial risks of climate change, the Reserve Bank of India (RBI) plans to introduce climate disclosure norms for banks, strengthening climate risk assessment and sustainable lending practices.

Globally, 87% of U.S. firms are increasing their sustainability investments quietly amid regulatory uncertainty, according to EcoVadis, signaling that ESG remains a business priority regardless of political shifts.

Back home, Ayodhya is embracing sustainability through green infrastructure and climate-smart city initiatives, while Andhra Pradesh’s Chief Minister has reaffirmed support for green hydrogen to accelerate clean energy adoption.

From renewable milestones to ESG innovation, India’s journey demonstrates that the green transition is not just an environmental goal — it’s an economic opportunity shaping the nation’s future. 🇮🇳⚡

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