

For an economy of nearly 30 trillion dollars, it is essential that the energy powering our growth remains secure and, as far as possible, under our own control. India occupies a uniquely important position in the global climate landscape. On the one hand, our historical contribution to cumulative greenhouse gas emissions has been minimal, and even today we remain among the world's lowest per capita emitters.
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The role of the Board has therefore evolved far beyond governance and financial oversight. Today, Boards must provide strategic direction, allocate capital wisely, manage emerging risks, and foster innovation that creates long-term sustainable value. Ultimately, the clean energy transition will not be driven by technology alone.
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Vadodara is Gujarat's third-largest city, with a population of nearly 35 to 40 lakhs within the Urban Development Authority. The aspirations of our citizens are closely aligned with the vision of Viksit Bharat, Viksit Gujarat and Viksit Vadodara by 2047. At the same time, we remain committed to combating climate change and achieving our net-zero goals.
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Indians are resilient by nature. For over a millennium, we have confronted adversity with courage, determination and perseverance. Today, under the leadership of Prime Minister Shri Narendra Modi, India is moving ahead with renewed confidence and purpose.
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The understanding of global warming originated from experiments conducted in the 1950s, where carbon dioxide and infrared radiation were studied together. The mechanism is quite fascinating. A carbon dioxide molecule behaves somewhat like a pendulum, absorbing infrared radiation and subsequently releasing that energy, thereby contributing to global warming.
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At the board level, there is confluence of talent. Undoubtedly, we need people of different backgrounds, and their financial literacy is unlikely to be of a similar level. However, collectively, the board must define boundaries within which management is supposed to operate.
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India presently stands at a defining moment in its economic journey. Despite global volatility and economic uncertainties, our country continues to remain among the fastest-growing economies in the world.
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We meet at a moment of undeniable consequence. The stresses on our planet are no longer abstract projections; they are immediate, visible, and deeply disruptive. Climate volatility, environmental degradation, and geopolitical instability together define the context within which businesses now operate.
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The subject before us, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), is by no means unfamiliar. Yet, over time, the very meaning of CSR has undergone a profound transformation. What was once understood as a largely philanthropic or compliance driven function has now become an integral component of the broader ESG framework.
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In gatherings such as these, one often senses the quiet fatigue that follows a series of intense deliberations. Yet, I have always believed that moments of fatigue are also moments of honesty. They compel us to ask whether what we are saying is truly engaging, or merely familiar.
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