Module 1

Module Name: Introduction to ESG and its relevance in India

Faculty Incharge:

Dr. Anuradda Ganesh, Director, ARANTREE Consulting Services Pvt Ltd; Former Faculty, IIT Bombay

Module Description:

ESG vs CSR vs Sustainability; regulations in the global and Indian context; business case for ESG

Concepts Covered:

• Climate change mitigation and sustainability imperatives 
• Evolution of ESG ideas
• Local and global ESG regulations 
• Materiality assessment and ESG rating process

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand drivers of climate action
• Trace ESG concept and growth
• Identify key ESG compliance frameworks
• Apply ESG rating and materiality

Module 2

Module Name: The ESG pillars covering Environment, Social and Governance

Faculty Incharge:

Dr. Rahul Muralidharan, R&D Specialist, The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras

Module Description:

A deep dive in environmental, social and governance factors covering Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions. DEI, compliance and transparency

Concepts Covered:

• Three ESG pillars and why each matters to corporate performance
• Differentiation among Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions and brainstorming real-world reduction strategies
• Recognition of key social and governance topics
• Application of integrated ESG lens to a business case

Learning Outcomes:

Learn how ESG reporting: 

• fosters transparency and accountability, strengthening trust with investors, regulators, and communities
• Connects  business actions with India’s net-zero targets and global sustainability commitments
• Helps identify and address climate, reputational, and compliance risks early
• Encourages ethical practices, resource efficiency, and inclusive growth
• Enhances access to green finance, global supply chains, and long-term competitiveness

Module 3

Module Name: ESG reporting and compliance in India

Faculty Incharge:

Dr. Nikhil Tambe, CEO, The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras

Module Description:

BRSR framework and other global reporting standards; ESG metrics and KPI; common challenges in ESG data gathering and reporting

Concepts Covered:

• Global ESG reporting and BRSR framework
• ESG disclosures: Principles, leadership indicators and essential indicators
• Deep dive into Environment aspect of ESG and the specific disclosures therein
• Common challenges in ESG data gathering and reporting

Learning Outcomes:

• Learn top down perspective and the interconnections of various jargon prevalent with regards to ESG
• Gather Insights from BRSR reports of the first two fiscal years since roll out

Module 4

Module Name: Scope 3 emissions and ESG implementation challenges

Faculty Incharge:

Dr. Rahul Muralidharan, R&D Specialist, The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras

Module Description:

Understanding Scope 3 emissions and supply chain challenges; Data collection and measurement issues for Scope 3; ESG in MSMEs vs. large enterprises – unique challenges

Concepts Covered:

• Significance of Scope 3 emissions in the context of total corporate carbon footprint
• Upstream and downstream categories under the GHG Protocol
• Key challenges in measuring and reporting Scope 3 emissions, especially in the Indian business context
• Sector-specific good practices to help learners think practically about managing Scope 3 emissions

Learning Outcomes:

• Define Scope 3 emissions and distinguish them from Scope 1 and 2
• Identify relevant Scope 3 categories and emission hotspots across upstream and downstream activities
• Develop the ability to document Scope 3 emissions at a preliminary level, using structured tools and sectoral guidance
• Analyze real-world case studies to understand how companies engage partners and improve Scope 3 reporting

Module 5

Module Name: ESG strategy & integration into business models

Faculty Incharge:

Mr. Ajay Patil, Former VP & CFO, Cummins India Inc.

Module Description:

Aligning ESG with corporate strategy & risk management; Sustainable finance through green bonds, ESG-linked loans, and impact investing; Stakeholder engagement: regulators, investors & consumers

Concepts Covered:

• Evolution of corporate purpose in ESG 
• India’s BRSR journey
• Why ESG matters beyond compliance 
• ESG risk management, green financing, engagement with consumers and stakeholders

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand integration of ESG factors and the evolution of corporate purpose
• Realize benefits beyond ESG compliance
• Access green finance and ESG linked loans to fund sustainability initiatives

Module 6

Module Name: Case study – how companies implement

Faculty Incharge:

Mr. Ajay Patil, Former VP & CFO, Cummins India Inc.

Module Description:

Deep dive case study: How a leading Indian company excels in ESG reporting; lessons from global ESG leaders and their best practices

Concepts Covered:

• Real world case studies of environmental, social and governance strategy of companies
• A primer on ESG reporting frameworks on local as well as global scales

Learning Outcomes:

Understand

• ESG and business value creation
• Governance excellence in ESG reporting
• Transparency in ESG reporting
• Innovation and leadership in sustainable pathways

Module 7

Module Name: Practical activities – ESG application & analysis

Faculty Incharge:

Dr. Nikhil Tambe, CEO, The Energy Consortium, IIT Madras

Module Description:

ESG risk mapping exercise for a company; reviewing and comparing ESG reports of Indian companies; developing an ESG roadmap for a hypothetical company

Concepts Covered:

• Interpretation of ESG reports of companies
• Focused discussion on Scope 3 through a critical lens on MSMEs
• Learning from past: Applying lessons from 6 Sigma

Learning Outcomes:

Appreciate

• Drivers to adopt sustainability in business practices
• Vulnerable sectors, their significance to national decarbonization goals, and planned interventions

Module 8

Module Name: Future of ESG – innovations & global trends

Faculty Incharge:

Dr. Anuradda Ganesh, Director, ARANTREE Consulting Services Pvt Ltd; Former Faculty, IIT Bombay

Module Description:

ESG & emerging technologies: AI, big data, and blockchain in reporting; regulatory trends & policy developments in India;  final takeaways & next steps

Concepts Covered:

• Current challenges in ESG
• Green economy instruments
• Carbon trading
• Integration of carbon markets and BRSR reporting

Learning Outcomes:

• Recognize key ESG implementation barriers
• Understand tools for green transition and carbon credit mechanisms
• Link carbon data with disclosures