ESG Is No Longer Optional. For Indian Businesses, It Is Mandatory.
The ESG Revolution is here — and it is transforming how companies operate, report, and create value. From SEBI’s mandatory BRSR disclosures for India’s top 1,000 listed companies to global investor demands for climate accountability, Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has moved from a “nice-to-have” to a business imperative.
The ESG Revolution: Transforming Business for a Sustainable Future by Vivek A. Shrouty is your definitive guide to understanding, implementing, and thriving within the new ESG landscape — whether you are a business leader, sustainability professional, investor, or student.
Why This Book Matters Now — More Than Ever
India’s regulatory environment has changed dramatically. SEBI’s Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) framework is now mandatory for the top 1,000 listed companies. Non-compliance carries penalties of up to ₹1 crore plus ₹1 lakh per day of continuing failure. The deadline for value chain ESG disclosures has been set for the 2026 financial year. And the steel sector alone — a cornerstone of India’s industrial economy — faces intense scrutiny over its carbon footprint, contributing 12% of the nation’s CO₂ emissions.
In this context, understanding ESG is no longer the domain of sustainability consultants and CSR teams. It is a core business competency that every leader must master.
What You Will Learn — Across 42 Chapters
Through 42 comprehensive chapters, this book takes you deep inside the world of ESG and sustainability, offering practical insights and expert contributions on every critical dimension:
1. The ESG Framework — Demystified
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A complete breakdown of what ESG means, why it matters, and how it integrates with business strategy
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The evolution of ESG from a voluntary initiative to a regulatory requirement
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How ESG aligns with global frameworks like GRI, SASB, and TCFD
2. Climate Change and Environmental Impact
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Understanding carbon footprints, emissions accounting, and decarbonization pathways
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The specific challenges facing India’s steel and manufacturing sectors
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Practical strategies for reducing environmental impact without compromising competitiveness
3. ESG Reporting and Disclosure
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A detailed guide to SEBI’s BRSR and BRSR Core requirements
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How to prepare audit-ready ESG disclosures with quantifiable metrics
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Avoiding common pitfalls in ESG reporting that lead to regulatory penalties
4. Sustainable Finance and Investment
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How ESG principles are reshaping investment decisions and capital allocation
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Green finance, ESG funds, and sustainable investment opportunities in India
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What investors are looking for — and how to meet their expectations
5. Social Impact and Community Engagement
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Building genuine social value beyond compliance checkboxes
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Employee welfare, diversity, inclusion, and community development as ESG pillars
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Measuring and reporting social impact effectively
6. Governance and Board Oversight
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The board’s critical role in ESG oversight and accountability
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Integrating ESG into enterprise risk management (ERM)
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Building governance structures that support long-term sustainable value creation
7. Emerging Trends and Technologies
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AI, data analytics, and digital tools transforming ESG monitoring and reporting
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The future of ESG — where the field is heading in the next 5 years
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Staying ahead of the curve in a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape
A Practical Approach — Grounded in Real-World Experience
What sets The ESG Revolution apart is its author’s unique perspective. Vivek A. Shrouty brings over 25 years of hands-on experience in quality management, ISO certification, and industrial operations — including two decades at a steel plant where ESG is not theoretical but a daily operational reality.
This is not a book written from an academic ivory tower. Every chapter is grounded in the practical challenges of implementing ESG in the real world — from navigating SEBI’s BRSR requirements to integrating sustainability into PPIC (Production Planning and Inventory Control) systems, from ISO 9001 quality frameworks to carbon intensity reduction in heavy industry.
Who This Book Is For
The ESG Revolution is essential reading for:
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Business leaders and CEOs responsible for steering their organizations through the ESG transition
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Sustainability professionals and ESG managers implementing ESG frameworks in their companies
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Investors and financial analysts evaluating ESG performance and sustainable investment opportunities
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Board directors seeking to fulfill their ESG oversight responsibilities under SEBI regulations
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Policymakers and regulators shaping India’s ESG and sustainability landscape
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Students and academics in business, finance, sustainability, and environmental studies
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Quality and ISO professionals looking to integrate ESG with existing management systems
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Steel and manufacturing industry leaders navigating sector-specific ESG challenges
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Consultants and auditors guiding organizations through BRSR compliance and ESG disclosure
From Compliance to Competitive Advantage
The organizations that treat ESG as a strategic opportunity — rather than a regulatory burden — will be the ones that attract investment, retain talent, and build long-term resilience. This book gives you the knowledge, the framework, and the confidence to do exactly that.
Through 42 chapters, this book explores the inside of ESG and sustainability, providing practical insights and expert contributions.
The ESG Revolution is your roadmap to transforming compliance into competitive advantage. Whether your focus is on meeting SEBI’s BRSR deadlines, reducing carbon intensity in industrial operations, building sustainable finance strategies, or establishing robust governance structures — this book delivers the clarity you need to lead with confidence.
Order your copy today and position your organization at the forefront of India’s sustainable future.
Book Details
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Title: The ESG Revolution: Transforming Business for a Sustainable Future
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Subtitle: Environmental-Social-Governance
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Author: Vivek A. Shrouty
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Genre: Business / Sustainability / ESG / Corporate Governance / Environmental Management
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Publisher: Zorba Books
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Format: Softcover
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Book Size: 5.5 x 8.5 inches
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Total Pages: 372
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MRP: ₹399/-
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Language: English
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Chapters: 42
ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Vivek A. Shrouty — Quality Expert, ESG Practitioner, and Industrial Sustainability Leader
Vivek A. Shrouty is a seasoned industrial professional with over 25 years of experience spanning quality management, operations, ISO certification, and ESG implementation. His unique position at the intersection of quality systems and sustainability makes him one of the most qualified voices on practical ESG implementation in India’s industrial sector.
Professional Credentials and Expertise
Mr. Shrouty holds an impressive array of professional qualifications:
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MIE (Member of the Institution of Engineers, India)
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CEng (India) — Chartered Engineer
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BE (Mechanical) — Bachelor of Engineering
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MBA (TQM & EXIM) — Master of Business Administration in Total Quality Management and Export-Import
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ADFM — Advanced Diploma in Financial Management
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5S Practitioner — Certified in workplace organization and efficiency
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LA (ISO 9001:2015) — Lead Auditor for ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
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L6σGB — Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
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QIMPRO Certified Qualitist — Holder of this prestigious quality certification
These credentials reflect a career built on the rigorous foundations of quality management, process excellence, and continuous improvement — the very disciplines that underpin effective ESG implementation.
A Career Forged in Industry
Vivek Shrouty began his professional journey in 1995, spending 8 years with SGS India (Société Générale de Surveillance) — the world’s leading inspection, verification, testing, and certification company. At SGS, he gained invaluable experience in global quality standards, audit methodologies, and international compliance frameworks — expertise that directly informs his approach to ESG reporting and disclosure.
For the past 20+ years, Mr. Shrouty has served as General Manager at Evonith Steel, Wardha, where he is responsible for PPIC (Production Planning and Inventory Control), ISO certification, and ESG & Sustainability. This role places him at the heart of one of India’s most carbon-intensive and ESG-scrutinized sectors. The steel industry contributes approximately 12% of India’s total CO₂ emissions, making ESG implementation not just a compliance requirement but an operational necessity.
Bridging Quality and Sustainability
Mr. Shrouty’s work demonstrates a critical insight: ISO 9001 quality management and ESG are deeply interconnected. While ISO 9001 is not an ESG standard, it strengthens governance by defining responsibilities, controls, performance indicators, and review mechanisms — the same building blocks that effective ESG frameworks require. His ability to integrate these disciplines makes him uniquely qualified to guide organizations through the ESG transition.
An Author and Thought Leader
In addition to The ESG Revolution, Mr. Shrouty is the author of “ISO 9001:2015 — Understanding Its Anatomy, Diagnosis and Inside Story“ — a detailed book that dissects every clause, sub-clause, and sub-sub-clause of the ISO 9001:2015 standard with the precision of a medical anatomist. The book has been reviewed on YouTube and has established Mr. Shrouty as a trusted voice in the quality management community.
He is also a prolific blogger at QUALiTYViVA (qualityviva.wordpress.com), where he regularly publishes insights on sustainability, climate change, ESG, and quality management. His writing bridges the gap between technical standards and practical implementation — making complex concepts accessible to practitioners and business leaders alike.
The Mission Behind the Work
Vivek Shrouty’s body of work is united by a single purpose: to equip Indian businesses and professionals with the knowledge and tools they need to navigate the rapidly evolving landscape of quality, sustainability, and governance. Whether through his books, his blog, or his day-to-day work in industry, he brings a practitioner’s perspective to every topic — grounded in real experience, driven by genuine commitment, and always focused on practical results.
The ESG Revolution is his most ambitious work yet — a comprehensive, 42-chapter guide that brings together everything he has learned over 25 years at the intersection of quality and sustainability.
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