Advancing Sustainability
in India
ESG Research Foundation spreads awareness and enables adoption of Environmental, Social and Governance principles across India's public and private sectors — working alongside government, corporates and society.
Enabling India's Transition to Sustainable Business
ESG Research Foundation (ERF) is a not-for-profit organization incorporated in 2021, set up by a team of leading chartered accountants in India and the UK with 70+ years of combined experience in business and regulatory advisory.
We work alongside government bodies, private and public sector businesses and societies to support their transition to more sustainable operations — enabling achievement of India's ESG and climate-related goals.
ERF provides end-to-end ESG support — from initial assessment to policy setting to implementation and reporting aligned with SEBI BRSR, GRI, TCFD, SASB/VRF and ISSB standards.
Promoting innovations to achieve Sustainable Development in India, and Globally. Advocating towards a Greener and better Future.
To spread awareness and educate society about ESG and sustainability issues and support transition to more sustainable operations.
Environmental
Climate action, net-zero transition, circular economy, biodiversity conservation, carbon neutrality and clean energy adoption.
Social
Human rights, community impact, labour standards, affordable housing, gender equality and stakeholder engagement.
Governance
Corporate ethics, transparency, board accountability, anti-corruption, regulatory compliance and sustainable business frameworks.
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Prithvi Awards &
Change Makers
India's most prestigious ESG recognition platform. Celebrating organizations and individuals driving sustainable transformation since 2023.
Training Programs & Courses
Executive Development Programs, Certificate Courses, and Free Webinars — building ESG expertise at every level of your organization.
EDP Kasauli
Immersive ESG leadership training in the scenic Kasauli hills. Designed for senior executives seeking deep expertise in sustainability strategy, governance frameworks, and ESG reporting.
- Senior Executive cohort
- Residential format
- ESG strategy deep-dive
- Peer networking
EDP HPCL
Customized Executive Development Programs designed for Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited professionals — building ESG and sustainability capabilities aligned with energy transition goals.
- PSU-specific curriculum
- Energy transition focus
- SEBI BRSR alignment
- Implementation support
EDP MDSL
Tailored Executive Development Programs for MDSL — equipping leadership teams with the governance knowledge and sustainability tools needed for modern business transformation.
- Corporate governance
- Sustainability reporting
- Stakeholder engagement
- ESG risk management
Certificate Courses
Structured certificate programs covering ESG Management, Sustainability Reporting (GRI, TCFD, SEBI BRSR), Corporate Governance, and Net-Zero strategy. Suitable for professionals at all levels.
- GRI & TCFD coverage
- SEBI BRSR compliance
- Net-Zero strategy
- Certificate on completion
Free Webinars
Complimentary webinars featuring industry experts, regulatory specialists and ESG practitioners discussing the latest trends, policy changes and best practices in sustainability.
- Expert speakers
- Industry case studies
- Q&A sessions
- Recordings available
Schools & Colleges
Nationwide ESG awareness campaigns for schools, colleges and communities. Includes counsellor appointment program to conduct ESG awareness sessions across educational institutions.
- Counsellor network
- Pan-India coverage
- Schools & Colleges
- Youth engagement
Founded by India's Most Respected Accounting & Sustainability Leaders
ESG Research Foundation was set up by a team of leading Chartered Accountants with 70+ years of combined experience in business and regulatory advisory to India's leading public and private sector organizations.
CA Atul Kumar Gupta
President, ICAI (2020–21) | IFAC Board | XBRL International | GASAB | SEBI PMAC
CA Deepak Batra
Fellow ICAI | LLB | World Bank Project Director | 30+ Years | PSU & Government Advisory
CA Spandan Shah
MBA, Imperial College London | Big-4 Alumni | Founder, GreenAlytics (UK) | GRI Accredited
Mr. Rajesh Kumar Bhalla
Former Additional Secretary, ICAI | 40+ Years | Governance & Institutional Leadership
Ms. Kiren Srivastav
Entrepreneur & Philanthropist | Founder, Fempowerment Foundation | Chairperson, Council for Fair Business Practices
Sh. Ajay Mittal, IAS (Retd.)
Former Secretary, Ministry of I&B, Govt. of India | IAS (1982–2018) | LLB | PG in Rural Development
Mr. Dinesh K Sarraf
Former CMD, ONGC | Former Chairman, PNGRB | ICWAI & ICSI Associate Member
Mr. Y Viswanatha Gowd
Former MD & CEO, LIC Housing Finance | 35+ Years, LIC of India
Prof. (Dr) Rajiv Kishore Dubey
Former CMD, Canara Bank | Former ED, Central Bank of India | MA, LLM, D.Lit, CAIIB, MBA (HR) | PG, Victoria University of Manchester & Cambridge
CA Sanjay Rikhy
FCA | Former CFO, Rajshree Cement Works (UltraTech) | 30+ Years | Mentor of Change, NITI Aayog
CA Sanjay Guglani
FCA | CMA | CS | Sloan Fellow, London Business School | CEO, Silverdale Capital Pte Ltd, Singapore | Licensed by MAS
CA Ankur Aggarwal
FCA | B.Com (Hons), Delhi University | Chairman & Founder, BNW Developments, Dubai | Managing Partner, AKGVG Group
Ms. Anupam Diwan
Global Vice President, Mitsubishi Financial Group USA | MBA, University of Cincinnati | Advanced Studies, Oxford University | Harvard Authentic Leadership Program | Gold Medalist
CA Anuj B Golecha
FCA | Co-Founder, Venture Catalysts Group | Angel Investor (100+ portfolio companies)
Join the Movement for a Healthier Planet
With environmental challenges becoming increasingly critical, we believe it is everyone's responsibility to make a positive impact. Join 7889+ individuals and organizations who have already taken the Sustainability Oath — an initiative of ESG Research Foundation.
"I pledge to contribute to a greener future — in my personal choices, my professional decisions, and my role in society — for today and for generations to come."
Join the Association of
Global Sustainability Professionals
Become part of India's most credible ESG professional community. Build your expertise, expand your network, and lead the sustainability agenda.
Individual Membership
Join the Association of Global Sustainability Professionals (AGSP) as an individual member. Gain access to ESG resources, networking opportunities, and recognition as a certified sustainability professional.
- Access to ESG Research Library & Publications
- Member Certificate & Digital Badge
- Priority access to webinars and events
- Networking with global ESG professionals
- Subscription to ESG Newsletter
- Discounts on Certificate Courses
- Listing in AGSP Member Directory
Corporate Membership
Partner with ESG Research Foundation and AGSP as a Corporate Member. Demonstrate your organization's ESG commitment while accessing advisory support, benchmarking tools and co-branding opportunities.
- Corporate ESG Assessment & Benchmarking
- Dedicated ESG Advisory Support
- Co-branding with ERF & AGSP
- Priority nomination for Prithvi Awards
- Custom Training & Development programs
- Regulatory compliance support (SEBI BRSR)
- ESG Reporting framework guidance
ESG in Schools &
Colleges Across India
ERF's flagship awareness initiative brings ESG education to India's next generation. We appoint counsellors across schools and colleges to conduct ESG awareness programs — building sustainability literacy from the ground up.
Environmental challenges are becoming increasingly critical. We believe it is everyone's responsibility to make a positive impact and contribute to a greener future. Our counsellors make this possible at the institutional level.