Advancing Climate Resilience through ESG & CSR
Breaking Silos 2023
Global Synergizers, a social impact advisory firm, has been dedicated to creating a unified environment to address underlying social issues and provide solutions aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The company’s primary expertise lies in identifying problems, developing solutions internally or in collaboration with partners, and promoting their implementation through appropriate channels within the ecosystem.
As Global Synergizers entered its sixth year in the social impact sector, it recognized the challenges faced by non-profits and corporations striving to create a socially inclusive and sustainable world. These challenges were best addressed by breaking down silos, leading to the creation of the “Breaking Silos” initiative. The initiative aimed to foster engagement between NGOs and corporations, focusing on climate change.
Breaking Silos 2023 centered around the theme of Climate Resilience Impact through ESG & CSR. An exclusive dialogue was held in Mumbai on September 5, 2023, followed by a similar event in Delhi on October 27, and a grand-scale event in Bangalore on December 14, 2023.
These initiatives sparked meaningful discussions and brought together influential figures from diverse industries and sectors to tackle the pressing issue of climate change. The events also promoted climate resilience through the adoption of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives.
Panel Discussion
Distinguished thought leaders and climate change experts shared insights and experiences on the subject.
Grant Competition
NGOs operating in the climate change sector showcased their innovative ideas, competing for a grant to support the expansion of their initiatives, recognizing projects that positively addressed climate change.
Exhibition
Participants explored impactful work being carried out in the domain of climate resilience and gained exposure to innovative technologies.
Breaking Silos: Mumbai
Breaking Silos 2023 revolved around the theme of Climate Resilience Impact through ESG & CSR. An exclusive dialogue was organized in Mumbai on September 5, 2023, at The Lalit Mumbai
Key Highlights
Sustaining Initiatives
Requires clear goals, supportive policies, and public awareness.
Prioritizing Climate Projects
Focus on long-term initiatives, with industries as enablers
Long-Term Commitment
Collaboration is vital for ongoing climate projects.
Leveraging Government Expertise
Engage government insights beyond funding.
Innovative Financing Models
Utilize equity, debt, CSR funding, and explore impact bonds for sustainability.
Capacity Building
Customize frameworks for India through partnerships.
Carbon Trading Scrutiny
Assess carbon trading practices to ensure genuine emissions reductions.
Organic Farming Promotion
Encourage organic practices to improve agricultural sustainability.
Collaboration is Key
Partnerships among all stakeholders are essential.
Transparency and Accountability
Essential for credibility in CSR/ESG efforts.
Public-Private Partnerships
are crucial for effective climate action, requiring collaboration among all stakeholders.
Ensure Transparency and Accountability
in CSR/ESG efforts through third-party assurance.
Prioritize Climate Projects
for sustained engagement, with industries supporting climate initiatives.
Long-Term Commitment
demands diverse collaborations for momentum in climate projects.
Leverage Government Expertise
beyond funding, focusing on critical climate issues.
Sustaining Initiatives
requires clear goals, supportive policies, and public awareness.
Capacity Building
is vital for customizing frameworks to the Indian context.
Innovative Financing Models
including equity, debt, and CSR funding, are essential for project sustainability.
Explore Government Financing
and blended instruments like impact bonds for climate resilience.
Collaboration, financing, capacity building,
and transparency are key for successful climate action initiatives.
NGO Taxation
Clarify government taxation effects on NGOs in carbon finance to boost participation.
Collaboration Among NGOs
Foster partnerships between larger and smaller NGOs for greater impact.
ESG Alignment
Companies should align their ESG frameworks with suppliers for sustainable practices.
Decentralized Water Solutions
Implement decentralized systems for effective water reuse and management.
Carbon Credit Simplification
Streamline the certification process for smaller sustainability projects.
Innovative Technologies
Leverage AI, ML, and blockchain to enhance sustainability efforts.
Carbon Trading Scrutiny
Assess carbon trading practices to ensure genuine emissions reductions.
Organic Farming Promotion
Encourage organic practices to improve agricultural sustainability.
Impact Measurement
Establish rigorous measurement to demonstrate effectiveness to stakeholders.
Capacity Building
Invest in training grassroots agriculturists for sustainable practices.
Breaking Silos: Mumbai
Breaking Silos: Delhi
Breaking Silos: Bangalore
