Enviroment
- Carbon footprint & emissions
- Energy efficiency
- Waste management
- Water usage & conservation


Everything you need to know
For Indian MSMEs, ESG is rapidly evolving from a "nice-to-have" to a business necessity and competitive advantage. Discover what ESG means for your business.
ESG is a globally recognised framework for evaluating responsible business practices across three key dimensions—Environmental, Social, and Governance. It helps organisations assess how they manage sustainability, stakeholder relationships, and ethical decision-making alongside business performance.
Your ESG score is assessed through these key factors across the three ESG pillars, to give you a holistic view of your business.
Why ESG matters for Indian MSMEs
ESG is no longer optional for forward-looking businesses. From regulatory mandates to market access, the business case for ESG is growing rapidly — and MSMEs are at the centre of this shift.
1000+
listed companies in India now follow SEBI's BRSR ESG reporting framework*
250+
large listed companies increasingly prefer suppliers with strong ESG practices*
25%
of industrial energy is used by MSMEs, driving the need for greener operations.
Smarter energy use, reduced waste, and efficient resource management can lower day-to-day costs while improving operational efficiency.
*Source: 1. https://msme.gov.in 2. SEBI – Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR)

Simple, practical modules to help you understand expectations, spot gaps, and take informed next steps—at your own pace.
Build your ESG knowledge and receive a completion certificate!