To counter this imbalance, the next evolution of corporate giving must move away from fragmented philanthropy and shift toward strategic investments in underserved geographies. True impact is diluted when multiple organizations repeatedly fund the same communities, drawing a parallel to multiple people feeding a single individual while others elsewhere go hungry. By redirecting capital, corporate expertise, and long-term commitment to the country’s most vulnerable and isolated pockets, businesses can address deep-seated developmental gaps. This pivot ensures that corporate capital functions equitably, actively seeking out communities that have historically been left behind by mainstream development frameworks.

With institutional scale and substantial capital now secured, the future of corporate social responsibility lies in piloting scalable, evidence-based models that governments can later institutionalize. Instead of repeating isolated interventions, companies possess the unique capability to test innovative frameworks and build robust ecosystems in challenging environments. Real social transformation is ultimately achieved not by measuring the sheer volume of capital deployed, but by expanding the boundaries of development to include those who are still waiting to be seen.

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Highlighting the critical role of Company Secretaries, Shri Singh noted their position as governance catalysts in integrating circular economy principles into corporate practices. He reaffirmed IICA’s commitment to strengthening ESG frameworks through research and capacity-building initiatives, emphasizing the need for responsible governance to drive sustainable growth in a rapidly changing business environment.

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Mumbai, 3^rd June, 2025: Schneider Electric, the global leader in the digital transformation of energy management and automation, and Farmson Basic Drugs Pvt. Ltd., a key manufacturer in India’s pharmaceutical sector, have partnered to drive a comprehensive sustainability transformation initiative. This collaboration, initiated in February 2025, falls under Schneider Electric’s flagship Green Yodha initiative and will enable Farmson to embed sustainability deeply into its operations through strategic consulting and digital solutions.

As part of this engagement, Schneider Electric will deliver its end-to-end Sustainability Business offerings, helping Farmson define and execute a clear, actionable path toward environmental excellence through a three-pronged approach:

·         Strategize: Building a comprehensive inventory of Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions, developing science-based decarbonisation targets in alignment with the SBTi (Science-Based Targets initiative), and supporting CDP Climate Change reporting. Schneider Electric will also co-create a detailed ESG roadmap to guide Farmson’s long-term sustainability journey.

• Digitize: Implementing Resource Advisor, Schneider Electric’s digital sustainability platform, to enable tracking & monitoring of key environmental indicators such as energy, water, and emissions, helping Farmson digitize and streamline its ESG efforts.
• Decarbonise: Conducting energy and water maturity assessments across Farmson’s three manufacturing sites, identifying practical actions for reducing emissions, energy use, and water consumption. The initiative will also support Scope 2 decarbonisation through an increased share of renewable energy, ensuring long-term operational efficiency with clearly defined investment and ROI metrics.

Commenting on the initiative, Deepak Sharma, Zone President – Greater India, MD & CEO, Schneider Electric India, said, “At Schneider Electric, we are committed to empowering industries with practical, data-driven pathways to decarbonisation and sustainability. Through this collaboration, we are bringing our global expertise in climate strategy and digital transformation to help Farmson turn its sustainability ambitions into measurable action. Together, we are building a robust ESG framework, driving operational improvements, and delivering tangible outcomes that support growth, resilience, and long-term value creation.”

Echoing this sentiment, Mr. Vinit Menon, CEO, Farmson, said, “As a manufacturer in a resource-intensive industry, we recognize the urgent need to operate more responsibly — not just for the environment, but for the long-term health of our business. Schneider Electric brings a structured and actionable approach to a complex challenge. This partnership gives us the visibility, tools, and expertise we need to take real steps toward reducing our emissions, optimizing energy and water usage, and aligning with global sustainability benchmarks. Our goal is to lead by example and demonstrate that sustainability and business performance can go hand in hand.”

The project is expected to be completed by October 2025, delivering both environmental benefits and operational cost savings, while setting a benchmark for climate leadership in the pharmaceutical sector.

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