Hyderabad / Chennai, 13 June 2025: The GreenCo Summit 2025, organized by the CII GreenCo Council, was held on 12th June 2025 at the Hyderabad International Convention Centre (HICC). Held under the central theme “Beyond Commitments: Scaling Net Zero Action for 2030 and Beyond,” the summit brought together over 1,000 delegates from across India and around the world to drive dialogue and action on industrial sustainability and green innovation.
The two-day summit served as a pivotal platform for thought leadership, cross-sector collaboration, and knowledge exchange among industry veterans, policymakers, Chief Sustainability Officers (CSOs), technology providers, and environmental professionals. With more than 100 speakers addressing key themes like net-zero strategies, decarbonization pathways, ESG integration, and circular economy practices, the event reinforced the role of Indian industry in advancing climate goals.
The Chief Guest, Shri Duddilla Sridhar Babu, Hon’ble Minister for Information Technology, Electronics & Communications, Industries & Commerce and Legislative Affairs, Government of Telangana, addressed the gathering with a strong endorsement of the state’s sustainability agenda. “Telangana is honoured to host the GreenCo Summit 2025 and reaffirm our commitment to building a greener, cleaner industrial ecosystem. Our progressive policies are aimed at accelerating cleantech adoption, promoting resource efficiency, and enabling innovation-led sustainable growth. We are determined to be at the forefront of India’s green transformation, and we view the GreenCo platform as a key partner in advancing this shared vision. I would like the Pollution Control Board and the CII Green Business Centre, to work in tandem, and encourage more companies to go for GreenCo rating,” he stated.
The CII GreenCo Council supports organizations in integrating sustainability into core business strategies through the GreenCo Rating System, a comprehensive framework that assesses performance across key areas such as energy and water efficiency, waste reduction, renewable energy adoption, and green supply chains. Today nationwide more than 1500 companies are actively working on CII GreenCo rating framework.
Mr. Jamshyd N Godrej, Chairman, CII Sohrabji Godrej Green Business Centre, also delivered a special address, highlighting the evolution of the green business movement in India. He noted, “Today, we stand at a pivotal juncture where sustainability is not merely compatible with profitability—it is essential to it. The GreenCo Summit 2025 reflects the growing maturity and seriousness with which Indian industry is embracing its climate responsibilities, turning environmental stewardship into a driver of innovation and competitive advantage. The GreenCo and other Councils of CII-Godrej Green Business Centre in Hyderabad have been at the forefront of this transformation—helming India’s green movement and shaping sustainability benchmarks that inspire action across sectors.”
Dr. Suchitra K Ella, Vice President, CII, delivered a compelling special address, underscoring the convergence of innovation, responsibility, and sustainability in today’s corporate landscape. She said, “Sustainability is no longer optional—it is fundamental to building resilience, enhancing reputation, and creating long-term value. The GreenCo framework offers a practical and credible blueprint for industries to make this transition with integrity, accountability, and measurable impact. I am confident that with its progressive outlook and strong policy support, Telangana will soon emerge as a leading state in CII’s GreenCo movement.”
Delivering the theme address, Mr. Pradeep Bhargava, Chairman, GreenCo Summit 2025 and Chairman, CII GreenCo Council, spoke about the urgent need to move from commitments to concrete, measurable action. ““The GreenCo framework has guided more than 1500 industrial units and companies to think beyond compliance, embed sustainability into their operational and strategic DNA and achieve significant monetary benefits amounting to over INR 5,100 Cr. by implementing Green Projects as part of GreenCo assessment and rating system. As we look toward 2030, it is imperative for every business to move from ambition to action—to translate vision into verified, measurable impact. This is not just a moral imperative, but a strategic one, essential for future-ready, responsible growth.” he remarked.
The inaugural session was opened with a welcome address by Mr. R. Sivaprasad Reddy, Chairman, CII Telangana, who highlighted Telangana’s emergence as a national leader in sustainability-focused industrial development. He emphasized the role of events like GreenCo Summit in fostering innovation and shared accountability.
By offering sector-specific benchmarks, technical guidance, and best practice sharing, the Council enables companies to embed environmental responsibility into their operations. Through initiatives like the GreenCo Summit and the CSO Alliance for Net Zero, it fosters collaboration, innovation, and leadership, helping businesses drive measurable impact while enhancing competitiveness and long-term resilience.
Notably, states like Tamil Nadu, Maharashtra, Karnataka, Gujarat, Telangana, Andhra Pradesh, Uttar Pradesh, Rajasthan, Haryana, and Madhya Pradesh lead the GreenCo movement, accounting for a majority of the 1000+ GreenCo-rated companies, highlighting strong regional commitment to green industrial growth and climate action.
The session also featured the launch of the Cleantech Innovation Programme, designed to support startups and enterprises pioneering sustainable technologies. Additionally, over 60 companies were recognized through the prestigious GreenCo Rating Platinum Awards for excellence in environmental performance, energy efficiency, and green manufacturing practices.
Over two days, the summit hosted high-impact technical sessions covering a broad spectrum of topics, including climate risk and resilience, renewable energy, product lifecycle strategies, green buildings, waste, and water management, and ESG disclosures. A dedicated Chief Sustainability Officers (CSO) Alliance for Net Zero provided a closed-door forum for strategic dialogue among senior sustainability leaders.
An exhibition of green products, technologies, and services ran concurrently, featuring more than 50 exhibitors who highlighted breakthrough innovations, tools, and business models aimed at accelerating the net-zero transition. These included solutions for low-carbon transport, smart energy systems, green construction, and circular resource management.
The GreenCo Summit 2025 provided attendees with an invaluable opportunity to learn from industry best practices, forge strategic partnerships, and chart actionable pathways toward India’s climate and sustainability targets. The event served as a living testament to CII’s vision of making “Green Makes Business Sense” not just a tagline, but a widespread reality.
With increasing pressure on industries to demonstrate climate leadership, the summit stood as a beacon of hope, ambition, and accountability—urging businesses to move beyond declarations and into implementation. As discussions concluded and partnerships formed, the message was clear: the time for transition is now, and the Indian industry is ready to lead the way.
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