Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Sustainability”
With 18 years in sustainability, starting when it wasn’t yet a buzzword, Monika Shrivastava has grown from waste management expert to ESG leader. A passionate advocate who brings enthusiasm to every project, she has tackled everything from biodiversity to climate change, while building a reputation for making an impact despite her youthful appearance. Now leading sustainability initiatives at JSW Cement, …
Monica Collings is a versatile leader whose career spans multiple sectors, establishing her as a powerful advocate in the energy transition space. As a pioneering woman former Chief Executive who navigated a company through the energy crisis, she now operates plurally as a Board Chair and NED, and champions gender diversity and sustainability, while mentoring emerging leaders. With her philosophy …
As India’s construction sector faces unprecedented growth demands, financing the transition to sustainable building practices has emerged as a critical challenge. With 51% of the population expected to live in urban centres by 2047 and an urgent need to address the current housing shortage of 19 million units, finding innovative financial mechanisms for low-carbon construction is essential for India’s journey …
As India’s cement industry grapples with decarbonisation challenges, Limestone Calcined Clay Cement (LC3) emerges as a promising solution for sustainable construction. With the sector contributing 6% of India’s fossil fuel and industrial CO2 emissions, there’s an urgent need for innovative, low-carbon alternatives. Build Ahead presents this comprehensive paper examining LC3‘s adoption potential in India. The report explores the technical properties, environmental …
Aluminium, a cornerstone of industries from automotive to construction, stands at a critical juncture. The industry has already achieved a remarkable feat: since 2020, aluminium production has decoupled from emissions growth. In 2022 alone, global production rose by 2.5% while emissions fell by 1.2%. But is this enough to meet our climate goals?
During Climate Week NYC on 24 September 2024, International Aluminium Institute (IAI) and Xynteo hosted a groundbreaking panel to tackle this very question.
As the aviation industry seeks to decarbonise, Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) is the most crucial lever to reduce the sector’s carbon footprint. SAF, which is derived from sustainable sources, offers a promising alternative to conventional jet fuel and aligns with global efforts to combat climate change. Technip Energies, an expert in the sustainable fuels domain and a leading player across …
There are times, when we are all frustrated that the world is not addressing the pressing environmental and social concerns that we are seeing, feeling and reading about. It can feel very lonely and bewildering. ‘How come everyone isn’t up in arms?’ ‘What on earth we each, together and independently, do?’ That said, sustainability and the areas of good growth …
Meet Meenu Bagla—the marketing maverick willing to break the mould with her passion and purpose. A leader who climbed the corporate ladder, shattering biases with her authenticity and resilient mentality. Her relentless drive to learn from everyone, be it a 12-year-old or an octogenarian, is what keeps her grounded and inspired. Xynteo’s Eleanor Besley-Gould and Emily Barrett sat down with …
Build Ahead has investigated urban housing challenges in India, explored the carbon emissions associated with the built environment, and proposed a framework for carbon labelling of construction materials. Our research shows that by 2047, the majority of India’s population is expected to live in urban centres, necessitating large volumes of new construction. With the built environment contributing close to 39% …
Heavy industry, which includes steel, cement, chemicals, oil and gas, automotive, shipbuilding, mining and metallurgy, machinery and industrial equipment, etc., forms the backbone of the modern economy. While heavy industry drives economic growth worldwide, it is also one of the major sources of GHG emissions. The path forward demands a delicate balance, maintaining industrial growth while dramatically reducing carbon footprint. …
From the Wright brothers taking flight to Google revolutionising the internet, society has always been captivated by stories of pioneering “firsts”. In the business world, being a first mover has long been viewed as a powerful competitive advantage. In the realm of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) initiatives, companies that adopted sustainable practices early often gained a competitive edge, benefiting …
In a business world urgently focused on sustainability, organisations are discovering the limits of their ability to create meaningful progress alone. More than ever, senior leaders need to develop the vision, will, and skill to create radical collaborations – they need to start joining forces with their competitors. The last decade has seen a profusion of business strategy and marketing …