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Time of India
18-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
‘Emission cuts alone won't work': Industry leaders call for clarity, circularity in decarbonising value chains
New Delhi: Industry leaders from sectors including FMCG, steel, pharmaceuticals, fashion and energy have flagged major hurdles in India's push towards net zero emissions by 2070, citing the complexity of Scope 3 emissions , high cost of carbon capture technologies and regulatory constraints across hard-to-abate sectors. 'Scope 3 emissions are substantial due to large-scale agri-commodity sourcing,' said Vishwa Bandhu Bhattacharya, Director Sustainability, Tata Consumer Products, speaking at a panel on 'Decarbonising Value Chains' at the ET India Net Zero Forum 2025. 'The real challenge is identifying what's truly relevant across its 15 complex categories. To address this, we've adopted a materiality-based, third-party verified approach that brings focus and accuracy to our reporting.' In the agriculture-linked FMCG sector, PepsiCo is driving regenerative initiatives. 'We work with 27,000 farmers to promote regenerative practices like soil testing and efficient irrigation,' said Yashika Singh, Head – Corporate Affairs, Communication & Sustainability, PepsiCo India. 'While industry is driving this through Scope 3 goals, greater policy support is needed to scale impact and unlock real benefits for farmers.' In pharma, regulatory constraints continue to slow down decarbonisation efforts. 'In a highly regulated industry, any material in contact with medicine needs multiple approvals—so process changes are slow,' said Rajesh Vasudevan, Vice President – EHS & ESG, Cipla. 'We've focused on what we can control, like recycling 50% of our water and becoming 1.75 times water positive in India. All 37 of our units are now zero waste to landfill. But challenges remain—like managing expired medicines, which must be incinerated to prevent misuse, and addressing antimicrobial resistance in third-party manufacturing.' Steel manufacturer Jindal Steel and Power Ltd (JSPL) is working on emission intensity reduction while keeping additional costs in check. 'In hard-to-abate sectors like steel, we're focused first on what's within our control,' said Naveen Ahlawat, Head – Power to X, Green Hydrogen, Green Steel, CCSU, JSPL. 'Through operational excellence and energy efficiency, we're targeting a 13–15% reduction in carbon intensity with just 1–2% additional capex.' 'To go further, we're looking at larger levers like renewables, nuclear energy, and carbon capture. Carbon capture still costs around $120 per tonne, but we're already capturing 3,000 tonnes a day—scaling it sustainably is now the challenge,' Ahlawat said. Fashion sector leaders also raised concerns over the sector's environmental footprint. 'One T-shirt takes about 3,000 litres of water, and one pair of jeans uses nearly 8,000 litres. Most of this water is non-recyclable,' said Naresh Tyagi, Chief Sustainability Officer, Aditya Birla Fashion and Retail. 'Around 80% of garments end up in landfills globally, driven by fast fashion. India's tradition has always been about reuse and recycling—saris passed through generations are a perfect example. Bringing circularity into fashion is not just necessary, it's rooted in our culture.' Industry executives said decarbonisation needs to go beyond internal efficiencies and must integrate stronger regulatory and financial support systems to enable cross-sector collaboration in value chain emissions reduction.
Business Standard
06-06-2025
- Business
- Business Standard
PepsiCo India and The Social Lab Scale Sustainable Waste Solutions Across Four Cities with 'Tidy Trails'
NewsVoir New Delhi [India], June 6: PepsiCo India, in collaboration with The Social Lab (TSL), has announced the expansion of its flagship plastic circularity initiative, Tidy Trails--a community-driven program focused on responsible plastic waste management through collection, segregation, and recycling to drive long-term environmental impact. The initiative has now been launched in New Delhi's Chandni Chowk and Pune's FC College Road, with further expansion in Agra and Guwahati, building on the success of earlier editions in these cities. This strategic rollout reinforces PepsiCo India's commitment to fostering cleaner, more sustainable urban environments. Guided by its Partnership of Progress philosophy, Tidy Trails brings together local administrations, market associations, shopkeepers, and consumers to drive meaningful behaviour change around plastic waste segregation and recycling--creating a collaborative model for circularity at the community level. As part of the initiative, a special mobile van will be deployed to collect post-consumer plastic waste from local establishments. The effort aims to encourage citizens to maintain cleaner surroundings and foster a culture of tidiness--setting positive examples and inspiring other communities to adopt responsible waste practices. At the heart of the Tidy Trails initiative is a powerful idea: transforming plastic waste into purpose. Collected plastic is repurposed into functional items such as benches and chairs, which are installed in public spaces like parks, community centres, and marketplaces. These installations not only enhance the utility and aesthetics of these areas but also serve as daily reminders of the value of sustainable living. Through on-ground campaigns, informative signage, and interactive community engagement, Tidy Trails is driving visible and lasting behavioral change--ensuring that plastic waste is not discarded, but reimagined into something meaningful for the community. Speaking on the expansion, Ms. Yashika Singh, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer and Sustainability Head, PepsiCo India and South Asia, said, "The launch of Tidy Trails in Delhi and Pune, along with its expansion in Agra and Guwahati, underscores our commitment to scaling sustainable, community-led solutions for post-consumer plastic waste management. Guided by our Partnership of Progress philosophy, we believe meaningful change is only possible through collective action. The success of Tidy Trails in Agra and Guwahati--driven by strong community engagement and support from local administrations--has laid a solid foundation for this next phase. We're proud to collaborate with partners like The Social Lab and local municipalities to deliver real, on-ground impact." Mr. Sahil Arora, Chief Executive Officer, The Social Lab (TSL), said, "We are proud to partner with PepsiCo India for this noble initiative. At TSL, we are committed to protecting the environment and supporting circular economy efforts through programs like Tidy Trails. Plastic waste is one of the biggest environmental challenges today, but when reused and recycled, it can offer valuable solutions. Through this initiative, we aim to bring together communities, businesses, and policymakers to encourage the responsible use, recycling, and reuse of plastic." Since its inception, the Tidy Trails initiative has collected over 68,000 kg of plastic waste, driven by active participation from local shopkeepers and communities. The program currently facilitates the daily collection of approximately 274 kg in Agra and 386 kg in Guwahati--demonstrating consistent, grassroots-level impact. With a reach of over 1.9 lakh people, the initiative continues to drive behavioral change around responsible plastic waste management through sustained community engagement and awareness efforts. As Tidy Trails expands its footprint, it stands as a compelling example of how collective action--across local communities, municipal bodies, and socially responsible businesses--can accelerate the transition toward a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated nearly $92 billion in net revenue in 2024, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's®, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales. Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit and follow on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo. (ADVERTORIAL DISCLAIMER: The above press release has been provided by NewsVoir. ANI will not be responsible in any way for the content of the same)
Fashion Value Chain
06-06-2025
- Business
- Fashion Value Chain
PepsiCo India and The Social Lab Scale Sustainable Waste Solutions Across Four Cities with ‘Tidy Trails'
Tidy Trails, a community-driven initiative, focuses on responsible plastic waste management through collection, segregation, and recycling Tidy Trails launched in New Delhi and Pune and extended in Agra and Guwahati PepsiCo India, in collaboration with The Social Lab (TSL), has announced the expansion of its flagship plastic circularity initiative, Tidy Trails-a community-driven program focused on responsible plastic waste management through collection, segregation, and recycling to drive long-term environmental impact. PepsiCo India's Special Mobile Van to collect post-consumer plastic waste from local establishments The initiative has now been launched in New Delhi's Chandni Chowk and Pune's FC College Road, with further expansion in Agra and Guwahati, building on the success of earlier editions in these cities. This strategic rollout reinforces PepsiCo India's commitment to fostering cleaner, more sustainable urban environments. Guided by its Partnership of Progress philosophy, Tidy Trails brings together local administrations, market associations, shopkeepers, and consumers to drive meaningful behaviour change around plastic waste segregation and recycling-creating a collaborative model for circularity at the community level. As part of the initiative, a special mobile van will be deployed to collect post-consumer plastic waste from local establishments. The effort aims to encourage citizens to maintain cleaner surroundings and foster a culture of tidiness-setting positive examples and inspiring other communities to adopt responsible waste practices. At the heart of the Tidy Trails initiative is a powerful idea: transforming plastic waste into purpose. Collected plastic is repurposed into functional items such as benches and chairs, which are installed in public spaces like parks, community centres, and marketplaces. These installations not only enhance the utility and aesthetics of these areas but also serve as daily reminders of the value of sustainable living. Through on-ground campaigns, informative signage, and interactive community engagement, Tidy Trails is driving visible and lasting behavioral change-ensuring that plastic waste is not discarded, but reimagined into something meaningful for the community. Speaking on the expansion, Ms. Yashika Singh, Chief Corporate Affairs Officer and Sustainability Head, PepsiCo India and South Asia, said, 'The launch of Tidy Trails in Delhi and Pune, along with its expansion in Agra and Guwahati, underscores our commitment to scaling sustainable, community-led solutions for post-consumer plastic waste management. Guided by our Partnership of Progress philosophy, we believe meaningful change is only possible through collective action. The success of Tidy Trails in Agra and Guwahati-driven by strong community engagement and support from local administrations-has laid a solid foundation for this next phase. We're proud to collaborate with partners like The Social Lab and local municipalities to deliver real, on-ground impact.' Mr. Sahil Arora, Chief Executive Officer, The Social Lab (TSL), said, 'We are proud to partner with PepsiCo India for this noble initiative. At TSL, we are committed to protecting the environment and supporting circular economy efforts through programs like Tidy Trails. Plastic waste is one of the biggest environmental challenges today, but when reused and recycled, it can offer valuable solutions. Through this initiative, we aim to bring together communities, businesses, and policymakers to encourage the responsible use, recycling, and reuse of plastic.' Since its inception, the Tidy Trails initiative has collected over 68,000 kg of plastic waste, driven by active participation from local shopkeepers and communities. The program currently facilitates the daily collection of approximately 274 kg in Agra and 386 kg in Guwahati-demonstrating consistent, grassroots-level impact. With a reach of over 1.9 lakh people, the initiative continues to drive behavioral change around responsible plastic waste management through sustained community engagement and awareness efforts. As Tidy Trails expands its footprint, it stands as a compelling example of how collective action-across local communities, municipal bodies, and socially responsible businesses-can accelerate the transition toward a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future. About PepsiCo India PepsiCo products are enjoyed by consumers more than one billion times a day in more than 200 countries and territories around the world. PepsiCo generated nearly $92 billion in net revenue in 2024, driven by a complementary beverage and convenient foods portfolio that includes Lay's, Doritos, Cheetos, Gatorade, Pepsi-Cola, Mountain Dew, Quaker, and SodaStream. PepsiCo's product portfolio includes a wide range of enjoyable foods and beverages, including many iconic brands that generate more than $1 billion each in estimated annual retail sales. Guiding PepsiCo is our vision to Be the Global Leader in Beverages and Convenient Foods by Winning with pep+ (PepsiCo Positive). pep+ is our strategic end-to-end transformation that puts sustainability and human capital at the center of how we will create value and growth by operating within planetary boundaries and inspiring positive change for planet and people. For more information, visit and follow on X (Twitter), Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn @PepsiCo.
