Indian firms are serious about ESG & tech is why they’re finally moving fast

Across India Inc., sustainability is no longer a branding add-on, it has become a measurable business mandate shaped by net-zero targets, disclosure requirements, and the mounting cost of climate impacts. As companies race to keep up, the challenge isn’t just intent but execution. This includes collecting trustworthy data, tracing supply chains, and converting climate commitments into action. The Indian ESG investing market is projected to grow from US$1,217.9 million in 2024 to US$4,109.6 million by 2030, at a CAGR of 23.3% opening up a huge opportunity.

Viral Thakker, after nearly three decades in consulting and four years leading Deloitte’s South Asia climate and sustainability practice, has now joined Credible ESG to accelerate that execution using AI-powered tools designed for scale. He says the sustainability journey companies face today requires a technology platform.