Bengaluru,
India, February 27, 2025: The Global
Network for Zero (GNFZ), the world’s premiere independent net zero
certification body for buildings, businesses and portfolios, successfully
hosted the Net Zero Deep Dive Conference 2025 at ITC Gardenia in Bengaluru. The
high-impact event convened over 300 business leaders, sustainability experts,
policymakers, and technology innovators, serving as a catalyst for
transformative discussions and actionable strategies to accelerate India’s net
zero transition.
With the theme “Net
Zero – From Aspiration to Action,” the event addressed the practical steps
businesses must take to reduce emissions while ensuring economic feasibility.
With 70% of the urban infrastructure
needed in India by 2047 yet to be built, integrating sustainable solutions
at the design stage is crucial. Additionally, energy demand from buildings is projected to increase sevenfold by 2050,
highlighting the urgency of large-scale renewable adoption and resource
efficiency. Achieving India’s net zero target by 2070 will require an estimated
$10.1 trillion in sustainable
infrastructure investment by 2050, making financial innovation and
cross-sector collaboration essential.
The conference served as a dynamic platform for
industry leaders to navigate the complexities of decarbonization, addressing
regulatory hurdles, financing challenges, and the critical need for innovation.
Discussions centered on a multi-dimensional approach to achieving net zero,
encompassing the implementation of best-in-class green building strategies and
technologies, renewable energy integration, carbon offsetting, circular economy
models, and policy-driven frameworks demonstrating real-world examples from the
top performing net zero case studies. Corporate leaders shared insights on
overcoming the financial and technological barriers to net zero, reinforcing
the importance of scalable, cost-effective solutions. Overall, the conference
reinforced the power of collaborative action in driving systemic change and
ensuring long-term sustainability.
"The path
to net zero demands more than just commitment. It requires actionable, systemic
change," said Mahesh Ramanujam,
President & CEO, the Global Network for Zero. "India is well-positioned to lead the charge, and GNFZ is
dedicated to helping businesses achieve sustainability goals through strategic,
measurable pathways."
The conference featured captivating fireside chats and
deep dive masterclass sessions led by industry leaders and top corporate
executives, providing businesses with practical strategies, real-world case
studies, and expert insights to accelerate their journey toward net zero.
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Juggy Marwaha, CEO, Prestige Group, emphasized the importance of collaboration in
sustainability and Prestige Group’s roadmap to net zero real estate development
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Anjalli Ravi Kumar, Chief Sustainability Officer,
Zomato, highlighted Zomato’s
commitment to 100% EV deliveries by 2030 and driving social good while making
business sense and environmental consciousness
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Dr. Nirav Mandir, Chief Human Capital &
Sustainability Officer, Shree Ramkrishna Exports, shared SRK’s sector-wide leadership in ESG and
success in achieving net zero for its facilities ahead of schedule through
renewables and a workforce-driven sustainability approach
As companies worldwide work toward decarbonization, circular
economy adoption, and sustainable resource management, the masterclass series
served as a knowledge-sharing platform to address key challenges, explore
innovative solutions, and drive industry-wide collaboration. While Rakesh Bhatia, SVP, Ecofirst showcased
a case study on Unilever R&D Centre, Bangalore and Anju Mary Kuruvilla, Director of Industry Affairs, Communications &
Sustainability, Danfoss highlighted a net zero case study for the
manufacturing industry, emphasizing scalable decarbonization strategies with
Danfoss’ leadership as an example, Selvarasu
M, MD, LEAD Consultancy shared net zero learnings from landmark projects,
including L&T TC 4 Chennai, Capgemini Bengaluru, T2 Terminal at Bengaluru
Airport, and Capitaland Chennai, demonstrating how diverse sectors can
decarbonize and drive sustainability in India and Samdarsh Nayyar, Partner at
Sunil Nayyar Consultants demonstrated how Ministry of New & Renewable
Energy is walking the talk by certifying its own headquarters in New Delhi Net Zero.
Discussions reinforced the necessity of corporate climate leadership, with
industry experts urging businesses to integrate sustainability into workforce engagement and supply chain management,
an area which has emerged as a major pain point for businesses when it comes to
tackling Scope 3.
The conference also celebrated several outstanding
projects that reached significant milestones in their journey towards achieving
net zero. GNFZ recognized these companies for their exceptional contributions
to sustainable development by awarding them GNFZ Net Zero milestone
certificates as they progress towards full decarbonization. The honored
projects included Bharat Diamond Bourse, Mumbai, Ajeenkya DY Patil University
& Knowledge City in Pune, Lenskart Factory in Bhiwadi, Rajasthan, ANJ
Factory, Wada Maharashtra, Pravin Masalewale (Suhana) Warehouse, Pune, D2O
headquarters in Jaipur and AEON Headquarters in Jaipur among others who
received recognition for committing to Net Zero with GNFZ.
The industry leaders shared their perspectives on
advancing sustainability and achieving net zero. "With GNFZ certification
for our factory and office, we’re elevating our net-zero efforts to stay ahead
and inspire others. Aligned with India's Viksit Bharat 2047 vision, we aim to lead
in sustainability and innovation." says Jay Kularia, Executive Director - ANJ Group
Kishor
Mahajan - DGM, Pravin Masalewale (Suhana Group) added, "Thrilled to receive GNFZ's Net Zero
Energy Assessment for our Pune warehouse—a key milestone in our sustainability
journey. This certification will strengthen our path to net zero for a better
future."
The conference not only showcased India’s commitment
to the global net zero movement, but also solidified its role as an incubator
for pioneering sustainability solutions.
About GNFZ
The Global Network for Zero (GNFZ) is the world’s premiere
independent net zero certification body. GNFZ is committed to accelerating the
realization of a net zero world by providing comprehensive solutions that help
businesses and buildings achieve their carbon reduction targets. GNFZ’s
independent, third-party certification
and uses the GHG Protocol as its universal framework to address and eliminate
Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions. GNFZ offers third party net zero
certification for new and existing buildings at the design, construction and
operations stages, as well as portfolios and businesses. What sets GNFZ apart from other
certification bodies is its rating system and flexibility in allowing customers
to choose their own decarbonization standards, and incremental emissions
reduction benchmarks that showcase progress throughout the certification
journey. Additionally, GNFZ’s cloud-based platform connects customers with industry
experts and partners, ensuring best-in-class strategies are applied, making the
path to net zero more affordable, accessible, and scalable than traditional
approaches. For more information about GNFZ, its certification system,
and upcoming events, please visit [https://www.globalnetworkforzero.com/]
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