ESG Conclave and Awards 2024

Recognising India’s ESG champions

KPMG in India’s ESG Excellence Awards Winners

Reflect | Adapt | Evolve…in Real-Time

The ESG Conclave Awards 2024 with CNBC TV18 focused on driving resilience in businesses, managing governance and stakeholders, and enabling ESG an integral part of the global value chain.

The event was a celebration of outstanding contributions of businesses at the forefront of creating positive impact through their cutting-edge programmes, initiatives, and best practices.

Leading voices representing industry leaders, government, policymakers, investors, global think tanks, business owners and regulatory and trade bodies came together to discuss how we can collaborate and act together towards green and inclusive growth with collective commitment to ensure continuous improvement in the pursuit of sustainable business practices in line with India’s Viksit Bharat goal.

India’s ESG journey is a collective one, requiring the collaboration of government, industry and civil society. Together we are setting the foundation for a future that respects the environment, supports social equity and builds strong governance frameworks.

Shri JP Nadda

Honourable Minister of Health and Family Welfare and Chemicals and Fertilizers, Government of India

A global bio-fuel alliance with 19-member countries was formed at the recent G-20 summit in India, aiming to increase blending of bio-fuels like ethanol in conventional fuels. Needless to say, the adoption of bio-fuels will transform farmers from annadata to urjadata and help realise our goal of Aatmanirbhar Bharat.

Shri Nitin Gadkari

Honourable Minister of Road Transport & Highways, Government of India

Our Honourable Prime Minister’s goal of making India zero pollution by 2070 requires us to skill our workforce and educate students and the public on environmental and sustainability issues, which are vital not just for industry but for society as a whole.

Shri Deepak Vasant Kesarkar

Honourable Minister for School Education & Minister of Marathi Language, Government of Maharashtra

Winners speak - Celebrating ESG Excellence

Mid Cap and Small Cap Category

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Consumer Markets | Welspun Living

Dipali Goenka, CEO and Managing Director, Welspun Living

“India’s progress in sustainability hinges on leading from the front. By recognising the importance of ESG at all levels, not just in Scope 1 and 2, but Scope 3 as well, we can drive meaningful change and pave the way for a brighter future.”

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Infra, Real Estate & Logistics | Mahindra Lifespace Developers (Joint Winners)

Ankit Todi, Group Chief Sustainability Officer, Mahindra Group

“Our ESG philosophy is that sustainability and business are inseparable; they must operate together. By embedding ESG into every aspect of our strategy, we not only drive superior business performance but also ensure long-term value creation for all stakeholders.”

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Infra, Real Estate & Logistics | Chalet Hotels (Joint Winners)

Sanjay Sethi, Managing Director & CEO, Chalet Hotels

“Our climate-positive strategy focuses on integrating environmental considerations into every business decision, ensuring that we not only meet our sustainability goals but also create a portfolio of green products and services that drive long-term value and positive impact.”

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Technology, Media and Telecom | Cyient

Sanjay Kale, AVP, Technology Delivery Center, Cyient

“We have established a clear ESG framework with defined KPIs to measure performance. Regular internal audits ensure that our strategy is being followed across the organisation, helping us stay on track and continually improve our sustainability efforts.”

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Energy and Natural Resources (including Chemicals) | DCM Shriram

KK Sharma, Whole Time Director, EHS, DCM Shriram

“This award is a testament to all our team members who are continuously working and implementing various sustainable practices in all our business activities. Our efforts not only green our energy but also make our products more sustainable. Looking ahead, we are continuously planting trees across various sites we operate, with almost six lakh trees planted to date, significantly contributing to reducing our carbon footprint.”

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Pharma and Healthcare | Jubilant Pharmova

Arvind Chokhany, Whole Time Director and Group CFO, Jubilant Bhartia Group

“Our progress towards sustainability goals has been truly remarkable. We have surpassed expectations by achieving a significant reduction in specific energy consumption, a decrease in specific water consumption, and an impressive reduction in specific greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Our commitment to sustainability is evidenced by our achievements in different Global ESG performance ratings in which we participate wherein our aim is to balance profit with purpose, embedding sustainability into the core of our operations while enhancing governance and social responsibility.”

Large Cap Category

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Consumer Markets | Hindustan Unilever

Ritesh Tiwari, Executive Director, Finance & IT, and CFO, Hindustan Unilever

“At Hindustan Unilever, we believe sustainable business delivers superior performance. Sustainability and business are not separate; they operate at the same spot. Our ESG strategy is deeply ingrained in our business model, ensuring that sustainability is integral to our success.”

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Industrial Markets & Automotive | Hindustan Zinc

Pradeep Singh, Head HSE & Sustainability, Hindustan Zinc

“Our sustainability goals for 2025, encompassing eight key areas, are not just targets; they are integrated into our core business strategy. These include becoming five times water positive, achieving significant carbon emission reductions, and leading in responsible sourcing, all while paving the way for a sustainable future.”

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Technology, Media and Telecom | Wipro

PS Narayan, Global Head, Sustainability and Social Initiatives, Wipro

“We believe that investing in sustainability is the right thing to do. As a people-centric organisation, our commitment to ESG, grounded in a bedrock of values and good governance, reflects our dedication to creating long-term value for all stakeholders, with a focus on people, the environment, and responsible business practices.”

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Financial Services | Yes Bank

Niranjan Banodkar, Chief Financial Officer, Yes Bank

“At Yes Bank, we recognise that the elements of ESG—risk management, regulatory compliance, trust building, and fostering innovation—are integral to our core strategy. By embedding ESG into every aspect of our operations, we ensure sustainable growth and long-term value creation for all our stakeholders.”

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Energy and Natural Resources (including Chemicals) | Tata Power

Vaishnavi Prabhakaran, Head-Corporate Sustainability, Tata Power

“Tata Power is committed in the space of ESG, and awards like this reaffirm our belief that the work we are doing is getting recognised. We have set definitive goals like Net Zero by 2045, water neutrality by 2030, and zero waste to landfill by 2030. These are critical in measuring our progress and ensuring we are on the right path.”

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Infra, Real Estate & Logistics | Godrej Properties

Rohit Mohan, Chief Design and Sustainability Officer, Godrej Properties

“We know climate change and environmental degradation are huge challenges and we are doing our part. For us, it’s not just about building great homes, it’s about creating a better future for our customers, our people and our planet. By making sustainability a priority we are not only doing the right thing, we are uncovering new opportunities for growth and innovation.”

A dialogue on sustainability and its transition towards a green future with India Inc.

Accelerating green and inclusive growth

Panel No 1- Moderated by Mugdha Kalra, CNBC TV18, the panel included Amit Chandra, Chairman, Bain Capital India; Arun Misra, CEO and Whole Time Director, Hindustan Zinc, and Executive Director, Vedanta; Dipali Goenka, CEO and MD, Welspun Living; Manish Choksi, Non-Executive Vice Chairman, Asian Paints; and Namrata Rana, National Head of ESG, KPMG in India

"The conversation highlighted how firms are increasingly being measured and judged against their stewardship, net-zero plans, carbon footprints, new green products, and leadership in the transition."

Enabling green and inclusive growth: The role of the stakeholder ecosystem

Panel No 2 - Moderated by Gautam Srinivasan, CNBC TV18, the panel featured Amit Tandon, Founder and Managing Director, Institutional Investor Advisory Services (IiAS); J.B. Mohapatra, Former Chairman, Central Board of Direct Taxes (CBDT), Ministry of Finance, Government of India; Kalpana Morparia, Independent Director and Former Chairman South & South East Asia at J.P. Morgan & Co; and Sai Venkateshwaran, Partner, KPMG in India.

"The discussion brought out insights on governance frameworks, board oversight, and stakeholder engagement, together with regulatory and policy actions can drive sustainable and equitable development in India."

Our Jury / selection panel

The robust selection process was led by the distinguished jury, comprising leading industry voices – O.P. Bhatt (Jury Chair), Amit Tandon, Anil Sachdev, J.B. Mohapatra, Kalpana Morparia, Kiran Karnik, Nilanjan Ghosh, Rishikesha T. Krishnan, Tanya Singhal, and Vibha Dhawan

Special Initiatives

Launch of the Sustainability Academy

The kiosk had a spectrum of professional curriculums that helped aid organisations accelerate their green and inclusive growth, to build a competitive edge in the marketplace

KPMG Innovation Kaleidoscope – Insights Centre experience zone

Temi the Robot was an adorable addition to the ambience of the event. The guests were intrigued and delighted to interact with her

ESG Command Centre

The set up by KPMG Innovation Kaleidoscope – Insights Centre, brought our services and offerings to life for our clients, with solutions showcase and live tool demonstrations of technologies that are positioned to help organisations across their ESG lifecycle

ESG Integrity in Supply Chain Kiosk

The kiosk presented an opportunity to envision the supply chain of the future and point to specific motivators behind ESG due diligence and challenges that may be hindering their ESG path and priorities