Finalists compete for over S 2.5 million (US 2 million) in prizes and gain a pathway to SMU s Urban SustaInnovator accelerator and US 10 million USI Fund SINGAPORE , Oct. 29, 2026 -- For many deep-tech start-ups tackling urban and sustainability challenges, the biggest hurdle is not developing breakthrough technologies, but finding the customers, partners and opportunities to deploy them at scale. Addressing this challenge, the 13th Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition (LKYGBPC) today opened applications for university founders and recent graduates seeking to turn frontier ideas into real-world impact. Organised by Singapore Management University s Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship (SMU IIE), LKYGBPC is one of Asia s most globally representative deep-tech start-up competitions, spanning 12 focus areas including climate tech, energy, food and land use, urban mobility, longevity and healthtech, and sustainable materials and circularity.
CAIRO , Oct. 28, 2026 -- China Petroleum & Chemical Corporation (HKG: 0386, Sinopec or the Company ) released Sinopec s Sustainability Report in Africa (2021-2025) in Cairo on October 25 which highlights five years of progress in energy cooperation, environmental protection, community development, and cultural exchange. The Company also introduced its global sustainability communication brand, WE17 . The report shows that Sinopec implemented 33 projects across 16 African countries between 2021 and 2025, with cumulative investment exceeding US 5.7 billion and total tax payments and social responsibility contributions surpassing US 4 billion over the same period. In 2025, its operations directly created 16,000 local jobs.
Young entrepreneur Adhiraj Chauhan is harnessing AI to advance mental healthcare, behavioural technology and environmental innovation, while creating opportunities for wider social impact. NEW DELHI , Oct. 27, 2026 -- For Adhiraj Chauhan, a student at Amity International School, curiosity has been more than an academic pursuit. It has shaped an interest in exploring unfamiliar fields, questioning established approaches and finding practical applications for emerging technologies. That breadth of interest is reflected in his achievements, which include the Startup India (DPIIT) Recognition for AI Venture , India s Young-Preneur Award , recognition for Most Innovative Solution at the Harvard Sustainability Impact Summit , and a Best Research Paper distinction at the Oxford Global Academic Summit .
International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Trade and Sustainability brought together 400 participants, 100+ research papers and global experts to examine responsible AI, digital trade and sustainable business NEW DELHI, Oct. 19, 2026 -- As artificial intelligence increasingly shapes how businesses operate, economies trade and organisations approach sustainability, BML Munjal University (BMU) brought together academicians, researchers, industry leaders, policymakers and practitioners at the International Conference on Artificial Intelligence, Trade and Sustainability (ICATS 2026) . Held on October 6 and 7 in a hybrid format at the University s Gurugram campus, the conference examined the intersection of AI, digital transformation, global trade and sustainable development, with around 400 participants and more than 100 research papers.
Dressings and sauces manufacturers recognize Laminar s Process-Aware Autonomy for unlocking production capacity, safeguarding quality control, and delivering measurable productivity and sustainability gains BOSTON , Oct. 14, 2026 -- Laminar , creator of Process-Aware Autonomy and the foundation that makes self-driving factories possible, today announced The Association for Dressings and Sauces (ADS) has named the physical AI startup the 2026 Supplier Partner of the Year in the Equipment and Service category.
PUNE, India , Oct. 13, 2026 -- Panchshil has announced the final results of its first-ever participation in the Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark (GRESB) 2026. Of the three Panchshil Office Park entities assessed, EON Free Zone I and II ranked 1 st with a 5 Star rating, World Trade Center, Pune and Vantage ranked 3 rd with a 5 Star rating, while Tech Park One and Panchshil Business Park East ranked 8 th with a 4 Star rating among the Indian peer group that includes established Indian real estate organisations with prior GRESB participation.
Third-party certification reinforces Milliken s commitment to material health, product circularity and sustainability transparency SPARTANBURG, S.C. , Sept. 30, 2026 -- Milliken & Company has achieved Cradle to Cradle Certified Silver Version 5.0 for its global carpet portfolio, reinforcing the company s longstanding commitment to material health, product circularity, and sustainability leadership. The certification provides architects, designers, and building owners with independent validation that Milliken products meet rigorous requirements across multiple sustainability categories.
NEW DELHI , Sept. 24, 2026 -- The third edition of the India Clean-Up Confluence (ICUC 3.0) concluded at India Habitat Centre, New Delhi, receiving a warm response as the Mumbai-born platform expanded to the capital for the first time. The two-day event brought together 600+ delegates and 80+ organisations, including NGOs, citizen groups, corporates, CSR leaders, sustainability experts and young people working across different areas of environmental action.
LOS ANGELES , Sept. 23, 2026 -- Fashion Trust U.S. is proud to announce the appointment of Dr. Omar Mir to its Board of Directors. Bringing a distinguished global background in business, philosophy, and culture, Dr. Mir joins one of American fashion s most influential platforms dedicated to fostering emerging talent. In addition to his board appointment, Dr. Mir will serve as the driving force behind the 2027 Sustainability Award. This prestigious honor celebrates a new generation of American designers who are redefining the boundaries of responsible luxury and ethical production.
NEW YORK , Sept. 21, 2026 -- The United Nations Global Compact today launched the Sustainable Procurement Implementation Framework, a practical global resource designed to help companies place sustainability at the core of procurement and translate sustainability commitments and requirements into day-to-day business practice. Launched during the High-Level Forum on Sustainable Procurement, held on the margins of the United Nations General Assembly, the Framework responds to a critical implementation challenge for companies operating across increasingly complex global value chains. While governments around the world are advancing regulations and policies to promote more responsible and sustainable supply chains, companies also need practical guidance to translate these expectations into the decisions, processes and supplier relationships managed by procurement functions every day.
The Physical AI startup joins L Or al s flagship sustainable innovation program to address the beauty industry s most urgent challenges in climate, nature, and circularity BOSTON , Sept. 18, 2026 -- Laminar, the only physical AI company that powers Process-Aware Autonomy for self-driving factories, today announced its selection for the second Cohort of L AcceleratOR , L Or al s innovation program designed to scale breakthrough sustainability solutions in the beauty industry and beyond.
Advancion s fifth annual report highlights the Company s progress in safety, sustainable innovation and responsible operations BUFFALO GROVE, Ill. , Sept. 17, 2026 -- Advancion Corporation ( Advancion or the Company ), a global leader in life sciences buffers and proprietary specialty ingredients, today announced the release of its 2025 Corporate Sustainability Report, available at advancionsciences.com/sustainability .
Recognition reflects performance across employee satisfaction, revenue growth, and sustainability transparency LONDON, Sept. 17, 2026 -- Hexaware Technologies (NSE: HEXT), an AI-first digital and IT services company, is among TIME s World s Best Companies 2026. The annual ranking recognizes 1,000 companies worldwide based on three equally weighted dimensions: employee satisfaction, revenue growth, and sustainability transparency.
Piramal Pharma Solutions is installing a ground-mounted solar power plant (4.3 MWp) at its integrated drug substance and drug product site in Morpeth, UK. The new plant will provide renewable energy directly to the site through a behind-the-meter setup, supporting Piramal s commitment to reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 42% by FY2030. MUMBAI, India , Sept. 16, 2026 -- Piramal Pharma Solutions ( PPS ), a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) and part of Piramal Pharma Ltd. ( PPL ) (NSE: PPLPHARMA) (BSE: 543635), is strengthening its decarbonization efforts with the addition of a 4.3 MWp ground-mounted solar power plant at its integrated drug substance and drug product facility in Morpeth, UK. Once operational, the plant will supply the site with approximately 3,950 MWh of renewable electricity each year, meeting around 22% of its annual electricity demand. Featuring around 6,200 solar panels across 16 acres of land, the installation will produce enough clean energy to power approximately 1,460 UK homes per year. The project is being delivered under a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Alight UK BTM1 Limited ( Alight ), a leading solar developer and independent power producer.
Go-to-market and revenue leader to advise Treeni on building a Scalable and Sustainable growth engine as it expands its consulting-led, outcome-accountable ESG managed services. BENGALURU, India , Sept. 11, 2026 -- Treeni Sustainability Solutions, a consulting-led ESG managed services company, today announced the appointment of Vivek Rawat to its Advisory Board. Mr. Rawat will work closely with Treeni s leadership on customer acquisition, market positioning, revenue growth, and strategic alliances as the company scales its resustAIn -powered managed service solutions to enterprise and mid-market clients in India and globally.
Research from UN Global Compact Networks in Canada, Mexico, and the USA and GlobeScan reveals companies are becoming more selective and strategic as pressure on corporate sustainability commitments grows TORONTO , Sept. 10, 2026 -- Despite mounting economic, political and regulatory pressure on corporate sustainability, ambition among sustainability professionals across North America is proving more resilient than widely assumed. A new tri-national study finds that only 10 percent of respondents expect their organization s sustainability ambition to decrease, while most expect it to increase, remain stable, or become more targeted.
Children s Academy International School is tackling India s 7.7 million tonnes of annual textile waste by empowering students to implement circular economy principles and transform discarded fabrics into sustainable new products. MUMBAI, India , Sept. 10, 2026 -- India generates approximately 7.7 million tonnes of textile waste annually, a volume that places significant strain on the nation s ecological infrastructure. In a move to address this crisis through education and action, Children s Academy International School has launched Clothes for Conscience , a community engagement initiative designed to integrate sustainability into the core curriculum. Full program details and initiative updates are available at www.childrens-academy.in .
MOHALI, India , Sept. 9, 2026 -- As India continues to expand its semiconductor and photovoltaic manufacturing base, attention is increasingly turning to the infrastructure needed to support these industries. Water management is emerging as a critical consideration as manufacturers seek to improve resource efficiency, strengthen sustainability, and optimize long-term plant performance. In this evolving landscape , Spray Engineering Devices Limited (SED) will exhibit its water recovery technologies (ZLI/ZLD) at SEMICON India 2026 , scheduled for September 17 to 19, 2026, at Yashobhoomi (India International Convention & Expo Centre), New Delhi.
WESTFORD, Mass., Sept. 08, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Kadant Inc. (NYSE: KAI) has been named to Newsweek's list of America's Greatest Companies 2026, recognizing organizations that excel in financial performance, workplace culture, innovation, and sustainability. "It is an honor to be named as one of America’s Greatest Companies," said Jeffrey L. Powell, president and chief executive officer of Kadant. "This designation reflects our focus on delivering value to our customers, creating opportunitie
MUMBAI, India , Sept. 8, 2026 -- Kering is proud to announce the launch of its Kering Generation Award in India. It s the first time this initiative is introduced in the region. At Kering s headquarters in Paris, Marie-Claire Daveu, Chief Sustainability & Institutional Affairs Officer at Kering and Jaspreet Chandok, Group Vice President Reliance Brands Limited have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to collaborate on the launch of the Kering Generation Award in India, promoting sustainability and circular innovation in the fashion industry, aiming to drive meaningful change and elevate sustainable fashion initiatives.
OOTY, India , Sept. 3, 2026 -- Microland Foundation is strengthening its commitment to environmental sustainability through initiatives that focus on restoring local ecosystems, building environmental awareness and enabling communities to play an active role in protecting their surroundings. As part of this commitment, Project SHOLA (Shola Habitat Outspread & Local Action) Community-Led Wetland Restoration and Demonstration Centre has been launched in the Upper Nilgiris. The initiative brings together the Nilgiris District Administration, Microland Foundation, Edhkwehlynawd Botanical Refuge (EBR), District Forest Officer, Government of Tamil Nadu and Tamil Nadu State Rural Livelihood Mission (TNSRLM), along with the active participation of civil society, NGOs, local & tribal leaders, the Kota Tribe community and Women Self-Help Groups.
Lowest-ever Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions mark a milestone year in the Company s SBTi-approved decarbonisation journey MUMBAI, India , Aug. 26, 2026 -- Piramal Pharma Limited (NSE: PPLPHARMA BSE: 543635), a leading global pharmaceuticals company, today released its Sustainability Report 2025 26 , showcasing significant progress across its environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities. Anchored by the theme Advancing Innovation, Leveraging Sustainability, the report highlights how sustainability continues to be integrated into the Company s strategy, operations and innovation agenda while creating long-term value for patients, customers, communities and stakeholders.
Grundfos-led roundtable at ISHRAE CoOL Conclave 3.0 identifies district cooling as a strategic enabler of energy security, sustainable urbanization, and net-zero growth COIMBATORE, India, Aug. 25, 2026 -- As India experiences unprecedented urban growth, rising temperatures, and increasing demand for cooling, industry leaders, policymakers, urban planners, utilities, developers, academics, and sustainability experts convened at ISHRAE CoOL Conclave 3.0 in Coimbatore to discuss one critical question: how can India secure its cooling future while continuing its path towards sustainable growth and Viksit Bharat 2047?
Forward Faster Now APAC 2026 brings together business, United Nations and sustainability leaders to advance responsible business and regional collaboration COLOMBO, Sri Lanka , Aug. 12, 2026 -- More than 200 business leaders, sustainability practitioners, policymakers and representatives from the United Nations gathered in Colombo on 11 12 August for Forward Faster Now APAC 2026: Driving Business Leadership for Sustainable and Inclusive Growth , the flagship regional event of the United Nations Global Compact in Asia-Pacific.
Completes calculation and third-party verification of Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions across Korea and key overseas operations Expands ESG disclosures to cover human rights, safety, working conditions, and training for global employees SEOUL, South Korea , Aug. 11, 2026 -- LX Pantos (President & CEO: Lee Yong-ho) has released its 2026 Sustainability Report, highlighting progress in advancing ESG management across its domestic and global operations.
NEW YORK and NOIDA, India , Aug. 7, 2026 -- HCLTech (NSE: HCLTECH) (BSE: HCLTECH), a leading global technology company, has been named to TIME s World s Most Sustainable Companies 2026 list, marking its second consecutive year to receive the recognition. This year, HCLTech ranks among the top five global professional services companies and is the highest-ranked India-headquartered company in the category. Compiled by TIME in collaboration with Statista, the ranking assesses more than 5,800 global companies across more than 20 sustainability indicators spanning commitments and ratings, reporting and transparency, and environmental and social stewardship.
Seven global tastemakers unite to champion the next generation of gastronomy, bridging the gap between fine food, culture and sustainability. MILAN , Aug. 6, 2026 -- The S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy has unveiled the seven culinary visionaries who will form the Global Jury for the Grand Finale of the S.Pellegrino Young Chef Academy Competition 2026-27. To view the Multimedia News Release, please click: https://www.multivu.com/s_pellegrino/9412851-en-cultural-disruptors-culinary-icons-unveiled-global-jury-young-chef-academy-competition-2026-27
Premium cosmetics brand chose recyclable material for an overcap that delivers aesthetics, strength and sustainability. KINGSPORT, Tenn. , Aug. 6, 2026 -- Prestigious Japanese cosmetics brand KANEBO has selected Eastman Cristal One IM812 specialty PET resin for the overcap of its new Generating Essentials Treatment Lotion. Rooted in KANEBO s Progress Care philosophy and our message, Going beyond beauty, KANEBO heightens hope, this lotion reflects our approach to supporting skin through different stages of life rather than focusing on anti-aging, said Shinsuke Magai, KANEBO designer. We wanted the packaging to bring that philosophy to life through a design that conveys both refinement and progression.
WASHINGTON , Aug. 5, 2026 -- The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Council today announced the selection of Diego Mesa Puyo as the family of funds next CEO and Chairperson. Mesa Puyo, an international leader in energy policy, economic development, and sustainability, and former Minister of Energy and Mines from Colombia, will serve an initial term of four years, aligned with the GEF-9 funding period and the last sprint towards critical 2030 environmental goals.
The 2030 SMILE Strategy leverages 90 years of brand legacy and the last ve years of proven progress to accelerate social and environmental action towards Driving Social Impact, Helping Millions of Homes and Preserving Our Environment Link to view the CPIL Annual & ESG Report 2026 MUMBAI, India , July 29, 2026 -- Colgate-Palmolive (India) Limited, the country s leading oral care company, today announced the successful completion of its 2025 Sustainability & Social Impact Strategy and unveiled its 2030 SMILE Strategy, marking the next phase of its We Make India Smile journey.
As Beko releases its 2025 Integrated Report, the company s third consecutive inclusion on TIME s global sustainability ranking retaining the 1 position in its industry underscores the progress documented within it. ISTANBUL , July 24, 2026 -- Beko published its 2025 Integrated Report, offering a comprehensive account of the company s financial, environmental and social performance over the past year. In parallel, Beko has been named one of TIME Magazine s World s Most Sustainable Companies for the third year running, retaining the 1 position in its industry. The recognition, awarded in partnership with Statista, independently corroborates years of deliberate, measurable progress.
2.7 tonnes of textiles recovered, 275 collection orders fulfilled and 257 citizens engaged - showcasing a scalable model for textile circularity. MUMBAI, India , July 23, 2026 -- As one of the world s largest producers and consumers of textiles, India faces a growing challenge in managing post-consumer textile waste. Addressing this gap, ReFiber, powered by OterRi , unveiled its flagship White Paper, Mumbai Textile Circular Economy Demonstration Project , at Bharat Tex 2026 . Presented at the Eco Stitch Sustainability and Circularity Hub, an initiative by the Clothing Manufacturers Association of India (CMAI) and the Global Alliance for Textile Sustainability Council (GATS), the white paper showcases one of India s first technology-enabled demonstrations of a city-scale circular textile ecosystem.
SHENZHEN, China , July 10, 2026 -- On July 8, Unilumin was awarded the EcoVadis Silver Medal , one of the world s most recognized sustainability ratings, placing the company among the top 6% of all companies assessed globally . This achievement recognizes Unilumin s sustained efforts across the four key assessment areas of Environment, Labor & Human Rights, Ethics, and Sustainable Procurement , reflecting the company s long-term commitment to responsible and sustainable business practices.
BERLIN and MUNICH , July 7, 2026 -- Registration for IAA MOBILITY 2027 is officially open. Interest from the international mobility sector hits record-breaking demand even before the regular registration period started. More than 100 companies have pre-registered as rebookers. As a result, over a year ahead of the event (scheduled for September 7 12, 2027), 53 percent of the total space used at IAA 2025 (both downtown and at the exhibition center) has already been reserved. The high volume of already registered rebookers shows that our hybrid concept is hitting the mark, says VDA Managing Director J rgen Mindel. This lays the groundwork for IAA MOBILITY to further expand its role as the world s leading platform for mobility, sustainability, and tech.
EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. , July 7, 2026 -- Cambrex, a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), proudly announces that Snapdragon Chemistry, a Cambrex company, together with NewAmsterdam Pharma, has received the American Chemical Society s 2026 Green Chemistry Challenge Award for the Greener Synthetic Pathway in the Synthesis of Pharmaceuticals. The award recognizes the companies successful development of a sustainable organocatalytic process to manufacture the chiral tetrahydroquinoline core for the synthesis of obicetrapib, a late-stage investigational therapy for dyslipidemia.
Partnership expands access to Borregaard s wood-based BioVanillin offering, helping manufacturers balance flavor performance, supply realities, and sustainability goals. NORWALK, Conn. , July 1, 2026 -- LBB Specialties (LBBS), a North American distributor of specialty chemicals and ingredients providing technical solutions with a customer-first approach, today announced that, effective immediately, it has been appointed an authorized distributor in the United States and Canada for Borregaard s BioVanillin line of products. The relationship expands access to Borregaard s wood-based vanillin offering and strengthens support for manufacturers seeking a scalable vanilla flavor solution that pairs performance with a differentiated sustainability profile.
BEIJING , July 1, 2026 -- The fourth China International Supply Chain Expo (CISCE) came to a close on June 26 in Beijing. Held under the banner Connecting the World for a Shared Future, the event drew 676 exhibitors from 85 countries and regions, including leading supply-chain companies, innovative SMEs, and research institutions. Overseas participants accounted for 36.5% of the total, while Fortune 500 companies and sector front-runners made up 65% of the exhibiting base. Organizers described the expo as an open, sustainability-focused, and results-driven platform for international trade and supply-chain cooperation.
Achieves highest Level 5 Pioneering distinction for the sixth consecutive year, reinforcing its position among the world s leading business schools for societal impact MUMBAI, India , June 29, 2026 -- Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan s S.P. Jain Institute of Management & Research (SPJIMR) has once again earned global recognition for its commitment to societal impact and sustainability. In the seventh edition of the Positive Impact Rating (PIR), unveiled at the PIR Global Summit 2026, the institute achieved Level 5 the highest possible rating and was recognised as a Pioneering school for the sixth consecutive year.
BHARUCH, India , June 26, 2026 -- The DCM Shriram Chemicals manufacturing site at Jhagadia, Bharuch District, Gujarat, part of DCM Shriram Ltd., has been recognised by the World Economic Forum s Global Lighthouse Network (GLN) with Distinction in Productivity, becoming one of only 16 industrial sites globally selected for the network in 2026. The Global Lighthouse Network is a World Economic Forum initiative that identifies manufacturing facilities and value chains that are leading the adoption and scaling of Fourth Industrial Revolution technologies to drive measurable impact in productivity, sustainability, agility and operational excellence. With this recognition, the Jhagadia site joins a prestigious community of 238 leading manufacturing facilities worldwide that are setting new benchmarks for industrial transformation.
SINGAPORE , June 26, 2026 -- Seaspan Corporation Pte. Ltd. (Seaspan), leading independent maritime asset owner and operator, is pleased to announce the release of its 2025 Sustainability Report, outlining the company s performance and progress across its environmental, social and governance (ESG) priorities. The report provides a comprehensive overview of Seaspan s activities from January 1, 2025, to December 31, 2025, including advancements in decarbonization, safety performance, workforce development, and governance practices.