IICSR Sustainability Express

30th June 2025

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IICSR Sustainability Express — Weekly Digest

Your Trusted Source for ESG, Sustainability & CSR Updates

Founders Note

Harsha Saxena, CEO IICSR

Founder’s Note
This edition captures the momentum of ESG in action— the rising wave of green jobs to Africa’s emerging ESG boom. We’re thrilled to host a thought-provoking webinar on ESG strategies shaping the global south. As opportunities grow, we invite you to explore our curated E-Library to stay informed and inspired. Together, let’s accelerate sustainable leadership across borders. ~ Harsha Saxena, CEO IICSR

Blog of the Week

Africa's ESG Boom: Where Innovation Meets Impact

Africa ESG Boom

Africa is rapidly emerging as a global leader in ESG, blending innovation with impact across diverse sectors. The continent is seeing a surge in sustainable infrastructure, clean energy, and community-driven projects that integrate environmental protection, social equity, and strong governance. Local governments, businesses, and civil society are forging dynamic partnerships to address climate and development challenges, creating real-world change. This momentum is not only transforming local economies but also drawing increased attention from global investors looking for purpose-driven, high-impact opportunities.

#ESG #Sustainability #Leadership

Upcoming Webinar

Dr Vidyanath Rangojoo, Director IICSR

Topic: ESG, Climate Change, and Sustainability
Speaker: Dr. Vidyanath Rangojoo
Date: Sunday, 20th July 2025
Duration: 1 Hour
More Details

Upcoming Course

IICSR Certified Advanced Certified ESG Practitioner (July)

Duration: 26th July to 2nd November 2025 (Weekends only)

Day and Time: Saturday and Sunday 

11 am to 2 pm IST for 12 weekends

Mode: Live online session (Recordings and materials available for life-long)

10% Coupon Code: Early Bird

Top Job Opportunities in ESG

India

  • Environmental & Social Development Specialist – IFC (Mumbai)
    Lead E&S assessments for infrastructure and agribusiness deals.
    Apply Now: Indeed

  • ESG Research Analyst – Solaron Sustainability (Bengaluru)
    Conduct ESG research, ratings, and benchmarking.
    Apply via: Naukri

  • ESG Ratings Analyst – Integreon (Mumbai)
    Analyze ESG datasets for investor reporting.
    Apply via: Naukri

  • Junior Risk Analyst – ESG (Entry Level) – Invesco (Hyderabad, Hybrid)
    Support ESG risk data and analysis.
    Apply via: Indeed

  • Corporate EHS & Sustainability – Gujarat Fluorochemicals (Vadodara)
    Oversee non-financial performance systems.
    Apply via: Indeed

UAE

  • ESG/Sustainability Advisor & Trainer – LRQA Group (Dubai)
    Deliver GRI framework training and sustainability advisory services to corporate clients.
    🔗 Apply via Indeed UAE

    2. ESG Lead Auditor – SGS (Dubai)
    Conduct ESG audits, verify compliance, and support sustainability certifications.
    🔗 Apply via Indeed UAE

    3. Environmental & Social Specialist – Alcazar Energy (Dubai)
    Implement ESMS and provide monitoring for environmental and social compliance in energy projects.
    🔗 Apply via Indeed UAE

    4. Graduate Sustainability & Environment (UAE Nationals) – KEO International (Dubai)
    Support environmental impact assessments and sustainability reports across infrastructure projects.
    🔗 Apply via Indeed UAE

    5. Lead Sustainability & Environmental Engineer – SYSTRA (Dubai, remote)
    Lead sustainability initiatives, drive compliance with LEED and Estidama standards.
    🔗 Apply via Indeed UAE

Top LinkedIn Posts of the Week

  1. Top 10 Corporate Sustainability Priorities for 2025
    Author: Jeff Hoffman, NACD.DC (via The Conference Board)
    Why it’s trending: AI, biodiversity, regulatory shifts & ESG reporting roadmap
    View the post: LinkedIn

  2. Sustainability Marketing Survival — 13th June 2025
    Author: Simon Badman
    Weekly digest with insights on consumer behavior & greenwashing
    View the post: Link

  3. ESG Snapshot: June 2025
    Author: Naturaliste Solutions
    Mid-year review: US green‑hushing, India’s ESG debt framework
    View the post: LinkedIn

IICSR E-Library Access

Join our curated E-Library and gain access to a rich collection of the latest reports, case studies, toolkits, and whitepapers in Sustainability, ESG, and CSR.
Stay ahead with insights from global frameworks, industry leaders, and real-time policy updates. Perfect for professionals, students, and changemakers committed to driving impact and innovation.

About IICSR

The International Institute of Corporate Sustainability and Responsibility (IICSR) is a globally recognized institution committed to education, research, and training in Sustainability, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance), and Responsible Business Practices.

With over a decade of impact, IICSR has empowered professionals across continents through its academic programs, corporate trainings, global dialogues, and policy-driven research. It partners with institutions, corporates, and government bodies to accelerate sustainability adoption across sectors.

Accreditations and Recognitions

  • American Council of Training and Development (ACTD), USA

  • Management & Entrepreneurship and Professional Skills Council (MEPSC) – under the Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship, Government of India

  • Programs aligned with the National Skills Qualification Framework (NSQF) – Government of India

  • Partnered for academic credit transfers with Menlo College, Silicon Valley, USA

What We Offer

  • Internationally accredited diploma and master-level courses

  • Enterprise training programs and certification modules

  • Research publications, sustainability tools, and case studies

  • Global events and dialogues with industry changemakers

  • AI-enabled, blockchain-supported learning platform (Lynera.ai)

At IICSR, we’re not just teaching sustainability—we’re shaping a generation of purpose-driven leaders and enabling organizations to embed sustainability at the core of their operations.

🌐 Learn more: www.iicsr.com | 📧 [email protected]

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