CSR and sustainability

If enacted, the Mines and Minerals Management Bill 2026 would mark the most significant overhaul of Bhutan’s mineral governance in three decades.

Without deliberate ecological planning, the green transition risks creating new biodiversity deficits even as it reduces greenhouse-gas emissions.

As COP17 continues through its thematic days on finance, water, land and people, and food systems and soil health, the focus remains on moving from declarations to measurable action.

The achievements position India as a leader in translating large-scale restoration pledges into on-ground results that benefit both ecosystems and people.

The MSC ELSA 3 saga also serves as a stark reminder of the global plastic crisis, with billions of tonnes of plastic entering oceans annually.

The conclave showcased ICAR’s portfolio of CSR-ready technologies, innovative research, and scalable interventions.

Fernando cautioned that declining leaf quality, driven by erratic weather, could soon trigger a broader collapse in quantity and output.

The training of over 200 stakeholders represents not just technical progress but a strategic commitment to a greener future. As implementation gains momentum, Sri Lanka’s financial sector is poised to play a transformative role in the nation’s sustainable development journey.