Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) related issues in business is on everyone’s mind. ESG is no longer a competitive edge; it has become the key differentiator to survive now.ESG or ‘responsible’ investing is a serious business now. Are we contributing to the process of making this earth a better place to live? Enterprises have to answer this question first before answering other questions. The philosophy has the secret of business success. Unless we recognize the world as one family, we cannot do anything well. The aim is to balance nature and culture, technology and ecology, quantitative and qualitative indices.

We need to harness digital solutions for strengthening sustainable development and nurturing the spirit of Vasudhaiva Kutumbakam. Sustainability is fast becoming a key priority for corporates worldwide, and businesses today are expected to have an extra layer of ethics and moral duty towards society. There has been a corresponding shift in the mindset of investors, with priorities expanding to include sustainable growth along with the primary goal of wealth creation.