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Organizational culture: Re-examining the foundational principles of sustainability

In the world of organizational culture advice, deluge of opinions often drowns out experience, driven by cognitive biases. There has
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Carbon capture’s second coming: A promising solution for climate change

Carbon capture and storage (CCS), once a punchline, now economically viable, transforming the energy transition and environmental solutions. For those
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The true climate costs extend beyond expenditure on achieving net zero emissions

Exxon’s dismissal of cost of transitioning from fossil fuels highlights a flawed perspective on true cost of inaction. Paying for
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Embracing the digital frontier: Transforming ESG reporting

Digital platforms are essential in the evolving ESG landscape, fostering transparency, growth, and proactive decision-making for various businesses. Non-financial disclosures
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De-Americanise: How China is redefining its chip industry

US-China tech trade war accelerates China’s self-reliant semiconductor push, investing in mature chips less affected by US controls. Last October,
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India’s trillion-dollar opportunity

ABB India is increasing exports as part of the ‘China +1’ strategy for primacy in the global manufacturing. At an
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The power of brand ethics: Why honesty and responsibility matter

In the wake of a controversial Bournvita claim, questions arise about brand responsibility and need for stronger regulation. The National
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Mandatory ESG disclosures: Are Indian companies ready?

ESG considerations rise in importance; regulators and institutions work to combat greenwashing and standardize ESG practices in India. Environmental, social,
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Governments jumping on to the super-apps bandwagon

India’s upcoming EV super-app joins government’s digital transformation efforts, offering convenience and access to essential services for citizens. India is
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Balancing geopolitics and monetary policy: The Fed’s interest rate dilemma

Volcker’s legacy differs: praised for restoring the US economy, blamed for causing Latin American financial disaster. History repeats? Paul Volcker
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