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Redefining Global Progress for an Eco-Friendly Era

Discussion at the 19th Sustainability Summit will center around tangible steps in promoting ecologically sound transformation. To ensure that societies and natural environments endure and prosper, collective endeavors are essential to enhance Earth's regenerative power. A comprehensive strategy...

Spurring Green Transformations in a World Prioritizing Sustainability
Spurring Green Transformations in a World Prioritizing Sustainability

Redefining Global Progress for an Eco-Friendly Era

The 19th Sustainability Summit, a leading stakeholder engagement dialogue platform created by the CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development (CESD), is set to take place on September 17 and 18, 2024. This 18-year-old industry-led institution within CII drives sustainable, environmental, inclusive, and climate-friendly transformation.

The Summit will feature special addresses by prominent figures such as Mr C Achalender Reddy, Mr Amit Prothi, Mr Ravi Singh, and Dr Lalit R Gabhane, as well as the participation of Mr Sanjiv Puri, President of CII and Chairman & MD of ITC Ltd, and Mr S. Sivakumar, Chair of CII Agriculture Council and Group Head - Agri & IT Businesses, ITC Limited. Mr Ravichandran Purushothaman, President of Danfoss India, and Mr Shishir Joshipura, Co-Chair of CII Bio-Energy Committee and CEO & MD of Praj Industries, are also set to attend.

The Sustainability Summit aims to deliberate on tangible actions in driving sustainable change for societies and ecosystems, focusing on issues in the domains of Climate, Responsible & Nature Positive Action; ESG and Technology & Innovation. Discussions on platforms in India and outside have featured commitments by stakeholders to implement sustainable transitions.

In addition to the discussions, the Summit will also highlight best practices and exemplify the power of innovation, development, and cooperation in shaping a prosperous and sustainable future. For the first time, the Sustainability Summit will include a Sustainability Solutions Expo by select Start-ups.

The Summit will also feature Anthology @ CESD Engage, an initiative that will present contributory research articles and case studies by experts on the latest in sustainability. Critical expedients that can drive effective and positive behavioral change will be discussed during the Summit.

The Summit will host representatives from multilateral agencies and renowned institutions such as the International Finance Corporation and the Energy Policy Institute - University of Chicago. Organizations partnering with the Centre for the Sustainability Summit include ITC Ltd, Grundfos, NABARD, Novenesis, Tata Power, Tata Capital, Shell, Wipro, Zomato, Carrier, Fincham, Elematic, Hutamaki and Lindstrom.

Although the name of the person who will open the 19th edition of the Sustainability Summit is not explicitly found in the provided search results, it promises to be an event filled with insightful discussions, innovative solutions, and a commitment to driving sustainable change.

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