Integrating Circular Economy and the Ten R’s in AdoptingESG by Industries for Promoting SustainableDevelopment Goals in India
Keywords:
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG), Circular Economy - Ten R's Framework, Waste management, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), Environmental DegradationAbstract
India’s fast economic growth presents both significant opportunities and formidable challenges regarding sustainability under Viksit Bharat 2047. This article investigates the implementation of Environmental, Social, and Governance criteria, the plans for waste management, and the Ten R’s framework – Refuse, Reduce, Reuse, Repair, Refurbish, Recycle, Recover, Rethink, Redesign, and
Reinvent by Industries. The article aims to evaluate the synergistic impact of these elements on promoting India’s sustainable development goals. By employing a qualitative approach, the analysis examines case studies from diverse sectors that showcase successful initiatives embodying these principles.
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