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Indian Government introduces draft for Green Credits

Indian Government introduces draft for Green Credits

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The Indian Government is introducing Green Credits to develop a broad movement around positive environmental activities and actualize “Mission LiFE” through pro-planet people and entities to meet India’s net zero objectives in 2070. The Green Credits Programme rewards voluntary environmental activities by individuals, business sectors, small-scale firms, cooperatives, forestry enterprises, and farmer-produce organizations. The Ministry […]

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ava Capital, Capital A Announce Climathon'23

Java Capital, Capital A Announce Climathon’23

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Java Capital and Capital-A will host India’s first 24-hour climate-tech company pitchathon, Climathon’23. This initiative lets climate tech entrepreneurs pitch their early-stage ideas for up to $1 million. According to an official release, the Pitchathon aims to increase climate awareness, creativity, and funding opportunities for climate entrepreneurs. Bangalore will host the 5th and 6th July

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Power ministry announces carbon credit trading scheme

Power ministry announces carbon credit trading scheme

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The power ministry has notified the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme, 2023, to build the domestic carbon market as the government strives to decarbonize the economy and cut emissions by 45% from 2005 levels by 2030. The program creates a 20-22-member national steering committee (NSC) led by the electricity and environment secretaries to oversee the carbon

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World Bank grants 1.5 billion dollars for India's energy transition

World Bank grants 1.5 billion dollars for India’s energy transition

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India’s low-carbon energy development will receive $1.5 billion from the World Bank’s executive board. According to the World Bank, the money will assist India in boosting low-carbon energy by scaling up renewable energy, producing green hydrogen, and increasing climate finance for low-carbon energy initiatives. India’s aggressive energy transition plans are behind the development. By 2030,

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ReNew sets up hybrid renewable energy projects in Karnataka

ReNew sets up hybrid renewable energy projects in Karnataka

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ReNew Energy Global Plc commissioned two renewable energy projects for Toyota Kirloskar Motor and Sandur Manganese & Iron Ores in Vijaynagara, Karnataka. ReNew is building a 27.2 MW renewable energy project for Toyota to meet its renewable energy needs for its Bidadi automobile manufacturing plant and a 43 MW power project for Sandur Manganese &

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LL Foundation sponsors 15 climate-impacting startups

JLL Foundation sponsors 15 climate-impacting startups

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JLL Foundation, a non-profit formed and supported by JLL (NYSE: JLL), released its first Annual Report, summarising its 2022 impact investing initiatives in climate change and the built environment. JLL Foundation worked with 15 entrepreneurial enterprises in its first year to mitigate climate change. 53% are decreasing trash, 40% are decarbonizing the building industry, 33%

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Citi Introduces Sustainable Deposits for Institutional Clients in India

Citi introduces sustainable time deposit product in India

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Citi recently launched a sustainable time deposit product in India to help institutional clients invest excess cash while meeting sustainability goals. Clients are increasingly interested in sustainable investment, products, and services. After Singapore and Hong Kong, Citi launched this product in India, spreading its program to Europe, the Middle East, and the U.S. This Citi

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SSJVN and Mahagenco sign MOU to create 5000 MW renewable energy projects in Maharashtra

SJVN and Mahagenco sign MOU to create 5000 MW renewable energy projects in Maharashtra

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According to Sh. Nand Lal Sharma, Chairman and Managing Director of SJVN, the business has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Maharashtra State Power Generation Company (MAHAGENCO) for the development of 5000 MW of renewable energy projects in the state of Maharashtra. In the dignified presence of Maharashtra’s Deputy CM and Minister of

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Sheep Inc Introduces World’s First Zero-Carbon T-Shirt with Negative Carbon Footprint

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Sheep Inc, a knitwear manufacturer, has released the world’s first naturally negative carbon footprint t-shirt with an NFC tag to track its origins and environmental impact. Sheep Inc claims its low carbon footprint t-shirt is the product of sustainable supply chain innovation and regenerative farming. The brand claims to be the first ecological and regenerative

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CaHa Capital has established a climate-focused venture studio

CaHa Capital has established a climate-focused venture studio

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To create startups from scratch, invest in them, and help them grow, Bengaluru-based boutique investment advising firm CaHa Capital has established a venture studio focused on climate tech and climate financing called VAIA Climate Studio. In addition, having previously concluded a tiny first round, VAIA Climate Studio is seeking to raise a maiden fund of

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