Corporate sustainability management in Indian companies

Growth that is both socially and environmentally equitable is a central challenge for the Indian economy. The Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development of the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII-CESD) has set itself the task of making this key concern an obligation for Indian corporations.

This adelphi project was focused in particular on supporting the CII-CESD with the professional training and mentoring of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the field of corporate social responsibility (CSR). The goal was to strengthen the competences of CII-CESD personnel - both with regards to content and to methodologies. Regional CII Bureaus were involved as well. Furthermore, national and international networking in the field of CSR and therewith sustainable economic activity was promoted.