The CSR Journal

The upcoming United Nations Conference of Parties (COP28), scheduled to be held in Dubai from November 30 to December 12, will showcase the environmental strides made by Tamil Nadu, with three pioneering projects chosen by the Union Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs for global discussion. The recognition of these initiatives underscores the state's...

As the global community prepares for the upcoming UN climate summit, COP28, in Dubai from November 30 to December 12, 2023, the stakes are higher than ever. Against the backdrop of a year marred by unprecedented climate events, leaders from around the world are set to convene to reevaluate their commitments to reducing carbon...

In a groundbreaking study published in Nature Climate Change, an international team of researchers, spearheaded by the University of Vienna, is delving into an overlooked aspect of climate change—the potential impact on the human brain. Collaborators from prestigious institutions worldwide, including Geneva, New York, Chicago, Washington, Stanford, Exeter in the United Kingdom, and the...

Building on the success of last year's Myopia Awareness Week, ENTOD Pharmaceuticals is set to proudly partner with Matanand Foundation for this year's National Myopia Week. NATIONAL MYOPIA WEEK will be an initiative by MATANAND Foundation in association with the Strabismus and Pediatric Ophthalmological Society of India (SPOSI) to raise awareness of MYOPIA as...

In a major development, the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) has unveiled its interim report titled "Towards Eliminating Plastic Pollution by 2040: A Policy Scenario Analysis." Timed just ahead of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee on Plastic Pollution (INC3) set for November 2023 in Nairobi, Kenya, this report follows discussions from the recent...

In a recent Bain & Company survey, a resounding 60% of businesses find themselves grappling with formidable challenges on the path to achieving their sustainability goals. This disconcerting revelation not only casts shadows on the corporate world's dedication to environmental stewardship but also serves as a clarion call for an immediate and comprehensive reevaluation...

At the heart of this festive season of Diwali, corporations are embracing a commitment that goes beyond the usual merriment—a dedication to Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). As the season unfolds with its unique charm, businesses are weaving threads of social impact into the very fabric of their celebrations. Let us look at the top CSR...

In a recently published report, the Ministry of Road Transport and Highways has shed light on a growing concern in India - the alarming rise in road accidents and fatalities. The "Road Accidents in India-2022" report paints a grim picture of the state of road safety in the country. As we delve into the...

In today's business landscape, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) has become a key aspect of a company's operations. Google, one of the world's tech giants, has shown a deep commitment to CSR through its philanthropic arm, Google.org. Over the past eight years, Google.org has invested a remarkable $50 million in Indian non-profits, with a focus...

Pune is close to the nation's financial capital and an emerging hub for business and information technology. This flourishing, culturally rich city belongs to Maharashtra, which is the highest spender for corporate social responsibility in India. Naturally, Pune has a thriving CSR culture. In FY2021-22, Pune received the second-largest share of the amount of the...

CapitaLand Hope Foundation (CHF), the philanthropic arm of CapitaLand Group (CapitaLand), is collaborating with Pratham Education Foundation to pilot the latter’s holistic learning programme “Hamara Gaon” in 12 more underserved communities in Karnataka state where the children of the two schools supported under the CapitaLand Hope School Programme are from. CHF has committed to...

In a striking and urgent call for climate action, UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres recently visited the Himalayan region to witness the devastating impact of climate change on rapidly melting glaciers. As the Himalayas face unprecedented glacial loss and its far-reaching consequences, Guterres issued a passionate plea to the world to "stop the madness" of...