Environmental Management
Saving our planet, lifting people out of poverty, advancing economic growth… these are one and the same fight. We must connect the dots between climate change, water scarcity, energy shortages, global health, food security, and women’s empowerment. Solutions to one problem must be solutions for all. – Ban Ki-moon
A nation that destroys its soils destroys itself. Forests are the lungs of our land, purifying the air and giving fresh strength to our people. ― Franklin D. Roosevelt
Adapting to climate-friendly practices is essential for industries to survive and thrive in the long run. In addition, it contributes to building a positive reputation in society. With environmental degradation and the looming threat of climate change, businesses are facing increasing pressure to provide accurate information about their social and ecological impacts. Starting in 2022, the Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) has mandated the top 1000 listed firms to follow Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) guidelines, requiring them to disclose economic, social, and environmental consequences. To meet the requirements of Sustainable Development Goals and to achieve net-zero targets, transitioning to green technologies is critical.
At IIM Sirmaur, a cohesive, collaborative, and academically accomplished faculty member closely monitors the emerging business and societal applications of Sustainable practices. The area member is committed to perpetually enhancing their knowledge and skills in order to keep up with the ever-changing nature of Technology and related fields. Faculty members are actively engaged in research related to Sustainability, Waste Management, Decarbonisation, Basic amenities issues in rural areas, organic farming, Food Security, Water Conservation, etc. Research contributions of the area are published in international journals of repute such as the Journal of Cleaner Production, Journal of Environmental Management, Environmental Science and Pollution Research, Environment, Development and Sustainability, Management of Environmental Quality, Nutrition and Food Science, etc.
The Environmental Management area is involved in the courses related to the need for sustainability and SDGs linked with core management, sustainability practices in industries, green technologies and their benefits, Net-Zero strategies and COP27 agenda, ESG evolution in business, Rural technological development to achieve sustainability, etc. This area has a strong industry focus and regularly hosts short- and long-term programs for Executives, helping them to apply sustainable thinking to innovative business concepts.