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Climate Change is Unstoppable -Carbon Markets are Useless!

Climate Change is Unstoppable -Carbon Markets are Useless! Climate Change! Does it even matter? Climate change is one of the most pressing issues our planet is facing today. The impact of rising global temperatures, melting ice caps, and extreme weather events have become increasingly apparent in recent years. Despite these alarming signs, it seems that […]

UAE to Invest $54B in Renewable Energy

UAE to Invest $54B in Renewable Energy The United Arab Emirates (UAE) is planning to invest $54 billion on renewables over the next 7 years as part of its strategies to reach net zero emissions by 2050.  The UAE approved its National Energy Strategy with the aim to triple its share of energy coming from […]

Using Brand’s superpower to accelerate Climate Action

Using Brand’s superpower to accelerate Climate Action The world is at a critical juncture in the fight against climate change. While it’s a collective responsibility of every stakeholder, consumer brands are uniquely positioned to take and drive bold action. With the power to influence consumer behavior and drive meaningful change, brands have a unique opportunity […]

Centre in Final Stages of Notifying Emissions Trading Scheme

Centre in Final Stages of Notifying Emissions Trading Scheme Relevance: GS-3: Conservation, environmental pollution, and degradation, environmental impact assessment. Key Phrases: Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS), Energy Conservation (Amendment) Bill, Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Perform, Achieve, Trade, Greenhouse Gas Mitigation Activities, Carbon Credits. Why in News? About the scheme: Energy Efficiency Targets and Trading Credits: A […]

Taking Stock!

Taking Stock! Ever heard of the term stocktake? We all know about the Paris agreement. For the ones uninitiated or for the ones who need a brush up, here goes a quick recap: The Paris Agreement is a legally binding international treaty on climate change. It was adopted by 196 Parties at the UN Climate Change Conference (COP21) […]

Unleashing the Power of Blockchain: Revolutionising Environmental Sustainability

Unleashing the Power of Blockchain: Revolutionising Environmental Sustainability Introduction Climate change has emerged as one of the most critical challenges facing our planet today. As we witness the alarming impacts of global warming, it becomes crucial to explore innovative solutions that can contribute to environmental sustainability. In the battle against the urgent threat of climate […]

A Clean Gamble on Carbon Trading

A Clean Gamble on Carbon Trading Source: The post is based on the article “A clean gamble: On carbon trading” published in Live Mint on 23rd February 2023. Syllabus: GS 3 – Environment and Bio-diversity Conservation. Relevance: About carbon markets.News: The Centre is expected to clarify the specifics of a carbon trading market in India.  What does the term carbon trading […]

SVIDA – Metro Shuttle Service

SVIDA – Metro Shuttle Service A last mile mobility solution. Which industry did you provide the service?Mass Transportation / Mobility What are the general observations/ issues of this sector?Transporation is one of the largest GHG emitting sector.In 2022 global CO2 emissions from the transport sector grew by more than 250 Mt CO2 to nearly 8 […]

Mr. Pitambar Chowdhury

Mr. Chowdhury is a distinguished Business Manager with over 35 years’ experience in the financial services industry of which 25 years have been in leadership roles of Business head/ Functional head including entrepreneurial role in a FinTech enterprise for 3 yrs. In his last assignment he was the Managing Director & CEO of CDSL Commodity Repository Ltd. His prior responsibilities include leadership responsibilities in Tata Asset Management Ltd, Aviva Insurance Plc, SBI Funds Management Ltd and Unit Trust of India. He has also been an entrepreneur in the FinTech space for about 3 years.


Mr. Chowdhury is a Science Graduate with Masters in Management from Jamnalal Bajaj Institute of Management Studies. He is also a Certified Associate of Indian Institute of Bankers.

Mr. Jagdish Belwal

Founder and CEO,Jagdish Belwal Advisory
Founder ClariTea Chat: www.clariteachat.com
Former CIO at Tata Motors, GE

Jagdish is former CIO of Tata Motors & GE Transportation. His experience ranges across Automotive, Construction Equipment and Railway Transportation. He transformed Tata Motors IT, including setting up its industry – leading CRM. His expertise lies in technology anchored business transformations. as Digital Transformation Advisor, Growth coach & Advisor CIO.

He started Jagdish Belwal Advisory in 2020 to advise the IT ecosystem in accelerating digi-tal transformation initiatives. He also co-founded FlocknGo, a startup focused on social commerce. He mentors large Digital Initiatives as a Program Mentor, coaches executives and plays a role of Advisor CIO.

He is an Independent Director on the board of Solar Industries. He is a Board Mentor at Criticaleye, UK. He hosts a fortnightly LinkedIn Live show “ClariTea Chat” on digital trans-formation and technology management themes (www.clariteachat.com)

He is an angel investor, keynote speaker, and award-winning thought leader

Recognition: He led the auto industry’s EDI initiative – AutoDX and founded Tata Group CIO Council. He has won many industry awards including Digitalist – Building Digital Core; Jewels of Digital; IDC Digital Innovation; CSI IT Business Excellence Awards & CIO Power List amongst others. He has twice been included in the list of Most Social CIOs in India. He is a founder of CIO Angel Network as an angel investor since 2015.
Jagdish is based in Pune. He enjoys reading, golf, and trekking.