Renewable Energy for a Sustainable India

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C-Suite Outlook

Renewable Energy for a Sustainable India

17 February 2025 / Quick Take

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A total of 43.1% of polled Indian C-Suite executives rank renewable energy as their top environmental priority for 2025, followed by climate resilience/adaptation (28.4%) and investment in energy transition (27.5%).

Key Insights

India’s path to a sustainable future necessitates a strategic approach that balances its ambitious climate goals—a 50% emissions reduction by 2030 from base year 2005, including 500 gigawatts of renewable energy capacity by 2030, and net-zero by 2070—with the imperative of energy security and affordability. To achieve these goals, companies should:

Proactively initiate climate change measures: Given India’s increasing focus on climate action, regulatory pressure on companies to act will undoubtedly increase. Proactive climate change mitigation measures are no longer just a compliance burden; they offer significant business benefits.
Conduct energy audits and assess climate risks: By integrating climate considerations into their operations, companies can enhance their competitive advantage, improve cost efficiency, and build greater resilience in the face of clim

Authors

Vishnu M

Former Senior Analyst
The Conference Board

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Anuj Saush

ESG Center Leader, Europe
The Conference Board

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