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IICSR Sustainability Express: The Climate Crossroads — Net Zero, AI Ethics & the Future of Green Jobs
Future-Proof Through Green Strategy
IICSR Group
July 21, 2025
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Table of Contents
Founder’s Note
Harsha Saxena, Founder and CEO IICSR
At IICSR, our mission is rooted in action—educating changemakers and building credible pathways for sustainability leadership. This edition highlights how 2025 is a pivotal moment for net-zero ambitions and why future-ready skills matter today.
We’re proud to feature global voices and insights across AI, ESG, and blockchain—tools shaping tomorrow’s green economy. Thank you for being part of a community committed to impact, innovation, and inclusion.
Let’s continue to learn, lead, and co-create a sustainable future together.
~ Harsha Saxena, Founder and CEO IICSR
Blog
Net Zero by 2050? Why 2025 Is Make-or-Break
The article explores why the year 2025 is a critical turning point for achieving global net-zero targets by 2050. It highlights the urgency for nations and corporations to align their climate strategies with science-based goals. Key focus areas include carbon accounting, green innovation, and regulatory pressure accelerating climate action. The piece also examines the risks of delayed action and the economic opportunities in early adoption of sustainable models. It calls on leaders to treat 2025 as a decisive window to invest, innovate, and lead the shift toward a net-zero future.
Webinars
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Digital Sustainability and Leadership
The latest Live Interactions with Global Changemakers (LIGC) featured Marion Rouzeaud, Founder of DiPPa, in conversation with Harsha, Founder & MD of IICSR Group.
Held on 17th July 2025, the dialogue focused on Digital Sustainability and Leadership, drawing attention to inclusive innovation and purpose-driven business strategies.
Marion shared her journey as a global sustainability leader, emphasizing collaboration between environmentalists and businesses. She also highlighted the role of women empowerment and digital tools in accelerating climate action and ESG outcomes.
Al, Ethics and Sustainability from Principles to Practice with Alkab Shaikh
How can AI be ethical, sustainable, and still drive performance? Join Alkab Shaikh on July 19th as she explores the balance between innovation and responsibility. Get clarity on ISO/IEC 42001:2023 and uncover the ethical trade-offs we’re not discussing enough. A must-attend for leaders shaping AI strategies that align with long-term sustainability goals.
Carbon, Blockchain, and credibility turning climate action into verified impact with Kishore Mahamunkar
Curious how blockchain can bring trust and transparency to climate action? Join us for an eye-opening session with carbon expert Kishore Mahamunkar. Explore real-world impact stories, global standards, and the future of tokenized environmental assets. Learn how carbon credits are engineered, verified, and monetized—turning sustainability into traceable action!
Green Jobs of the Future: ESG Reporting, Carbon Accounting & Climate Risk Explained
In this powerful session, we explore the rising global demand for ESG professionals across industries. Experts highlight emerging roles, required skill sets, and the future of sustainability-driven careers. The session is ideal for students, professionals, and policy influencers.
Upcoming courses
Advanced certified ESG Practitioners (July)
The Advanced Certified ESG Practitioner Course by IICSR is a globally accredited program designed for mid-to-senior professionals to master ESG strategy, reporting, and compliance. It covers key topics like global ESG frameworks, materiality assessment, sustainable finance, and stakeholder engagement. Participants gain practical tools, case studies, and certification to lead ESG initiatives across industries with impact and credibility.
Duration: 26th July to 2nd November 2025 (Weekends only)
Day and Time: Saturday and Sunday
Time: 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
IICSR Certified Carbon Blockchain Practitioner (August)
The IICSR Certified Carbon Blockchain Practitioner course empowers professionals to understand and implement blockchain solutions for carbon tracking, trading, and climate transparency. It covers key concepts like carbon credits, smart contracts, MRV (Monitoring, Reporting, and Verification), and tokenization in climate finance. Ideal for ESG officers, tech innovators, and sustainability leaders, this course bridges the gap between blockchain technology and net-zero ambitions.
Duration: 15th August to 10th October 2025
Time: Friday's only, 8:00 PM to 10:00 PM IST
Mode: Live online via Zoom (Recordings and materials available for life-long)
20% Coupon Code: Early Bird
Job openings
India
1. ESG Manager – Aditya Birla Renewables (Mumbai)
Lead ESG strategy, reporting and stakeholder engagement for a major renewables firm in Mumbai—apply via LinkedIn:
🔗 Aditya Birla Renewables – ESG Manager (LinkedIn) Indeed+15LinkedIn+15Glassdoor+15usijobs.deloitte.com+6Citi Jobs+6Indeed+6
2. Manager, ESG & Sustainability – EY (Noida)
Drive ESG initiatives and reporting across EY’s assurance business from Noida—apply via Glassdoor:
🔗 EY – Manager, ESG & Sustainability (Glassdoor) daybook.com+4Glassdoor+4EY+4
Indonesia
1. Sustainability Staff – PT Astra International (Jakarta)
Support sustainability and social responsibility programs in a leading conglomerate:
🔗 PT Astra – Sustainability Staff (LinkedIn) jobs.publicinterestnetwork.org+15LinkedIn+15Indeed+15
2. Sustainability Manager – Rumah Atsiri Indonesia (Jakarta)
Full-time role managing sustainability initiatives at a local company:
🔗 Rumah Atsiri Indonesia – Sustainability Manager (LinkedIn) LinkedIn
South Africa
1. Graduate Programme – Sustainability & Climate Change, PwC (South Africa)
Three-year rotational graduate program tackling ESG consulting across varied sectors:
🔗 PwC South Africa – Sustainability & Climate Change Programme LinkedIn+15PwC+15Indeed+15
2. Environmental Specialist – DFFE (Government of South Africa)
Government role focused on environmental sustainability projects—apply via official portal:
🔗 DFFE – Environmental Specialist Vacancies Learn with FaizEnvironment Department
UAE
1. Sustainability Coordinator – Saeed & Mohammed Al Naboodah Group (Dubai)
Coordinate sustainability projects and reporting for a major UAE business group:
🔗 Al Naboodah Group – Sustainability Coordinator (Naukrigulf) LinkedIn+8Learn with Faiz+8Naukrigulf+8
2. Sustainability Coordinator – AESG (Dubai)
Work on green building certifications and project sustainability within a consulting firm:
🔗 AESG – Sustainability Coordinator (AESG Careers) IndeedNaukrigulf+3Careers Page+3Indeed+3
USA
1. Climate Campaign Director – Environment America (Remote/Multiple)
Lead state-level climate advocacy campaigns for a leading environmental nonprofit:
🔗 Environment America – Climate Campaign Director (PublicInterestNetwork) Environment Department+15jobs.publicinterestnetwork.org+15Indeed+15
2. Environmental Campaign Canvass Director – Environment America (Washington State)
Drive grassroots climate campaign efforts in Washington State:
🔗 Environment America – Campaign Canvass Director (Idealist) daybook.comidealist.org
Europe
1. Junior ESG Officer – Guggenheim Investments (London, UK)
Manage ESG reporting and help integrate sustainability in investment portfolios:
🔗 Guggenheim – Junior ESG Officer (MyWorkdayJobs) diversity.co.uk+12LinkedIn+12Michael Page+12LinkedIn+2guggenheiminvestment.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com+2Indeed+2
2. Junior ESG Analyst – Solar Developer (London, UK)
Support ESG analysis and reporting for a solar energy developer in London:
🔗 Solar Careers UK – Junior ESG Analyst LinkedIn+8diversity.co.uk+8usijobs.deloitte.com+8
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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