Certificate Course on the Fundamentals of ESG Practice

A comprehensive foundational course providing a solid introduction to Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) concepts, standards, and practical tools. It equips professionals and organizations for evolving global and Indian ESG requirements, integrating sustainability, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder trust into business practice and investment decisions.

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SHRI M.C. MEHTA

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35:30:00 Hours

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English

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Course description

What will i learn?

  • Develop comprehensive understanding of ESG fundamentals and their practical application in business and investment contexts
  • Master major international ESG standards including GRI, ISSB, SASB, TCFD, EU CSRD/ESRS, and Indian BRSR framework
  • Conduct effective materiality assessments to identify key ESG risks and opportunities for organizations
  • Navigate ESG data collection, analysis, and reporting processes with confidence and accuracy
  • Implement robust ESG risk management frameworks and compliance strategies
  • Ensure transparency and accuracy in ESG communication and stakeholder engagement
  • Apply sustainable finance principles and ESG investing strategies effectively
  • Integrate ESG considerations into business strategy and investment decision-making processes
  • Build professional network with industry leaders and ESG practitioners through collaborative learning
  • Gain practical experience through real-world case studies, group projects, and applied assessments

Requirements

  • Eligibility: This course is open to professionals in ESG, sustainability, finance, legal, and compliance fields, as well as board members, analysts, auditors, investors, consultants, students, early-career professionals, policymakers, regulators, and academics interested in ESG policy and practice. Educational Background: Bachelor's degree preferred but not mandatory. Open to professionals at all career levels seeking to enhance their ESG knowledge and skills. Technical Requirements: Stable internet connection for online classes, computer/laptop with audio-video capabilities, email access for course materials and communications. Application: Submit application through www.mcmcer.com/course or email admissions@mcmcer.com by August 24, 2025. Early applications encouraged for scholarship consideration. Fee Payment: Payment available in three easy installments. Various package options (Diamond, Gold, Silver) with different pricing for Indian and international students. Participation Requirements: Regular attendance at instructor-led online classes, active participation in case studies and group projects, completion of applied assessments and assignments.

Frequently asked question

This course is open to professionals in ESG, sustainability, finance, legal, and compliance, as well as board members, analysts, auditors, investors, consultants, students, early-career professionals, policymakers, regulators, and academics interested in ESG policy and practice.

The course runs from 06 September 2025 to 11 January 2026 and is delivered through instructor-led online classes. There is also a hybrid option with a two-day in-person seminar in New Delhi.

The curriculum includes ESG fundamentals, major international and Indian standards (GRI, ISSB, SASB, TCFD, EU CSRD/ESRS, BRSR), materiality assessments, ESG data and reporting, risk management, legal compliance, transparency in ESG communication, sustainable finance, ESG investing, and integration of ESG into business and investment strategy.

You'll receive a Certificate of Completion. Depending on your chosen package, you may also get access to course material and recordings, mentorship sessions, letters of recommendation, networking opportunities, career guidance, and more.

Yes, the course offers Diamond, Gold, and Silver packages for both Indian and international students, each with varying duration of access, number of mentorship sessions, and support features.

Yes. Scholarships and early bird discounts are available for qualifying applicants.

Applications must be submitted by 24th August, 2025.

Placement assistance and career guidance are offered as part of the Diamond package.

Yes, payment can be made in three easy instalments.

Access depends on your package: Diamond (6 months), Gold (3 months), and Silver (1 month) from the course start date.

The faculty includes acclaimed ESG experts, lawyers, sustainability strategists, economists, and sectoral specialists, such as Shri M.C. Mehta, Dr. Anandajit Goswami, Labanya Prakash Jena, Tu Rinsche, and others.

Admissions are open. Scan the QR code on the brochure, visit www.mcmcer.com/course, or email admissions@mcmcer.com to apply.

Yes, students get to network with industry and sector leaders, with additional opportunities for hybrid participants in the New Delhi seminar.

Yes, the program features case-studies, group projects, applied assessments, and opportunities for career mapping and mentorship.

The certificate is issued by the M.C. Mehta Centre for Education & Research, an established name in environmental education and policy.

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SHRI M.C. MEHTA

Advocate Mahesh Chander Mehta is a renowned public interest lawyer whose trailblazing environmental litigation has reshaped India's legal landscape. Known globally for his unwavering commitment to environmental justice, Mehta has led several landmark cases that established key legal doctrines like strict liability, Polluter Pays, and the Precautionary Principle. His efforts have directly influenced national policy, regulatory frameworks, and industrial compliance. For his extraordinary contributions, he has been honored with prestigious awards including the Padma Shri, Ramon Magsaysay Award, and the UNEP Global 500 Award. Notable Cases: Oleum Gas Leak Case: Established corporate liability and stringent safety norms for hazardous industries. Ganga Pollution Case: Forced industrial regulation to curb effluent discharge into the Ganga. Taj Mahal Preservation: Triggered industrial pollution controls to safeguard the iconic monument. Lead-Free Gasoline Case: Mandated nationwide use of unleaded petrol—key step in air quality reform. Groundwater Pollution (Bichhri): Secured closure and cleanup of chemical industries for toxic dumping. Tamil Nadu Tanneries Case: Enforced compensation and regulation for widespread water pollution. Prawn Farming Case: Brought in environmental controls on coastal aquaculture to prevent ecological damage.
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LABANYA PRAKASH JENA

Labanya Prakash Jena has over 20 years in financial services, green finance, and international development. He is working as a climate finance expert at the Asian Development Bank, a Sustainable Finance Consultant at the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis (IEEFA), and a Visiting Senior Fellow at the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE). Prior to this he worked with the Council on Energy, Environment and Water (CEEW), Climate Policy Initiative, Commonwealth Secretariat, UNDP, and World Resources Institute. He co-authored a book, "Net-Zero Trio: Synchronizing Technology, Business, and Policy for Green Transition," which has been published by Bloomsbury.
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TU RINSCHE

Ms. Tu Rinsche is a global leader with over two decades of experience in advancing social impact, human rights, and corporate responsibility across public, private, and nonprofit sectors. She brings deep expertise in global public policy, stakeholder engagement, corporate risk, supply chain compliance, and programme development. She has held leadership positions at global companies, such as Starbucks, HP, Walt Disney, Marriott, and The Ritz-Carlton, where she led high-impact human rights and social sustainability initiatives. She also previously worked at the U.S. Department of State, where she contributed to advancing democracy and human rights policy and programming. She has also served on the boards of Verité and Summer Search. As an independent advisor, she works with organisations to develop global impact strategies. Her insights have been featured in global media including The New York Times, Fast Company, Forbes, Teen Vogue, and Refinery29. Among her many prestigious awards, she has received the 2019 Corporate Social Responsibility Award from the Nomi Network in recognition of her dedication to human rights.
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DR. TARINI MEHTA

Dr. Tarini Mehta is a Professor, Advocate and ESG consultant with global expertise in environmental, international, and contract laws. She has held senior academic roles at O.P. Jindal Global University, as well as advised and worked with institutions such as the UK Focal Point for the EU Fundamental Rights Agency, Normandy Chair for Peace, and the International Bar Association. She holds a Doctorate in International Environmental Law from Pace University (US), an LLM from the University of Cambridge (UK), LLB from the University of Warwick (UK), and a BA in Philosophy (Hons.) from the University of Delhi. Her specialized certification in Sustainability and Climate Risk from the Global Association of Risk Professionals, as well as on Sustainable Finance from Deloitte Singapore, and ESG Risks and Opportunities from the Wharton School, University of Pennsylvania, further reinforce her leadership in sustainability and compliance initiatives.
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RAJIB BHATTACHARJEE

Rajib Bhattacharjee is an ESG and sustainability leader with more than 15 years of expertise, currently serving as AGM & Head of Project Development at Staten Solar, based in Bengaluru. He completed his education from IIM Indore, one of India's leading business schools. He holds the prestigious CFA designation in ESG Investing and is certified by GARP as a Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR) professional, specializing in renewable energy and climate change solutions. His extensive experience at Staten Solar in leading project development across renewable energy sectors positions him as an expert speaker, who is able to translate complex sustainability challenges into investment-aligned strategies for businesses.
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AAYUSH ANAND

Aayush Anand is a sustainability and climate risk expert with over 15 years of experience in the energy and infrastructure sector. He has led key projects with multilateral and public sector organisations with a strong focus on green buildings, renewable energy integration and decarbonization policy development. He holds an Engineering Degree from MIT Manipal and an MBA from IIM Ranchi, complemented by the prestigious GARP Sustainability and Climate Risk (SCR) certification. Among his published reads, he authored an article in The Hindu titled "The Union Budget as a Turning Point for Climate Action," where he emphasized the urgency of aligning fiscal policy with India's Net-Zero ambitions. His experience in ESG and Sustainability is further strengthened by his work with the Ministry of New and Renewable Energy and his OPFA Fellowship, where he has contributed to national-level clean energy strategies.
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DR. SEEMA NIHALANI

Dr. Seema Nihalani is an experienced environmental engineering academic and practitioner, working as an Assistant Professor at Parul University for the past 10 years. She previously worked as a Technical Manager at Geo Designs & Research Pvt Ltd. With a strong research background in water quality, wastewater treatment, and pollution management, she provides a unique combination of technical depth and real-world applicability to the ESG discussion. Her considerable expertise doing Environmental Impact Assessments and regulatory compliance projects makes her an expert at converting sustainability goals into effective frameworks for businesses. As a speaker, she provides unique insight into our ESG course, drawing on both academic research and practical experience.
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RAGHUVIR RAGHAV DAS

Raghuvir Raghav Das, an International Climate Protection Fellow with the Humboldt Stiftung, is a sustainability strategist with over a decade of experience in environmental finance, policy design, and clean technology. His pioneering research on incorporating plastic credits into global climate frameworks such as the Global Plastics Treaty and Article 6 of the Paris Agreement reflects his contribution to evolving ESG mechanisms. With dual Master's degrees in Public Policy and Environment & Development, he has consulted on carbon markets, energy-efficient industrial policy, particularly for Tamil Nadu's key sector and sustainable waste management. His award-winning policy work, recognized in the NASPAA Batten Policy Simulation Competition, demonstrates his ability to drive meaningful solutions for sustainable cities.
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MAHAK AGRAWAL

Mahak Agrawal is an urban planner, climate scientist, public policy and sustainability expert, with deep experience advancing sustainability, equity, and climate resilience across sectors and continents. She is the initiator of All Bits Count (ABC)—a creative climate action project launched at the UN Summit of the Future and UN Climate Change Conference COP29—and serves on the Steering Board of the ITA-AITES Committee on Underground Space (ITACUS) and the Board of the International Society of City and Regional Planners (ISOCARP). She is also a LinkedIn Top Green Voice, TEDx Fellow, and former United Nations fellow.
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PROF. ADITYA BAHETI

Prof. Aditya Baheti is an Assistant Professor in Corporate Law at the Presidency School of Law. He holds an LL.B. from Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi, and earned his LL.M. from the National Law University, Jodhpur, graduating with a gold medal. He has also qualified as a Company Secretary (ICSI) and secured the UGC NET with JRF. He recently gave his insights in the Corporate Governance & Sustainability Conclave 2025 at IIM Bangalore, engaging in thought-provoking discussions on accountability, innovation, and boardroom practices. He is a published scholar and co-author of the recent book "Re-Imaging Intellectual Property Rights: Interactions of Law, Technology, Economics, and Social Innovations." This research paper explored how AI, blockchain, and biotech are reshaping IP regimes and the importance of harmonised, multi-disciplinary legal frameworks.
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DR. ANANDAJIT GOSWAMI

Prof. Dr. Anandajit Goswami is an acclaimed energy economist and sustainability scientist with over 22 years of experience in climate-resilient green growth, sustainable development, and energy policy. He is a Research Fellow at the Ashoka Centre for A People-Centric Energy Transition, and Honorary Visiting Professor at the IMPRI Impact and Policy Research Institute, as well as Director of the Manav Rachna International Institute of Research & Studies. Dr. Goswami has led several major projects funded by organizations such as the Global Green Growth Institute and the Atomic Energy Commission, focusing on the integration of energy, economy, and climate models. Among his numerous contributions to the field of sustainability, he has advised NITI Aayog and the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, on the implementation of progressive sustainable development growth plans across states, as well as on India's sustainable development commitments at a global level.
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The M.C. Mehta Centre for Education and Research brings together decades of environmental advocacy with deep expertise in law, policy, sustainability and education. Established on the legacy of Shri M.C. Mehta—India’s foremost environmental lawyer and recipient of prestigious honors including the Padma Shri, Ramon Magsaysay Award, and UNEP Global 500—the Centre is committed to shaping the future of environmental education and research.

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