Based on Sustrack's experience, ESG Advisory Services helps customers overcome systemic investment barriers and improve ESG performance.
Environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles are at the core of the sustainable, long-term success of companies and private investments. Inadequate ESG practices result in external costs to business operations, the environment, and society, consequently impacting companies’ reputations. This leads to a lack of investor confidence and criticism from civil society and other stakeholders.
What We Offer
We advise companies, banks, private equity funds, and institutional investors to integrate ESG into their decision-making and operations. Our hands-on support improves corporate governance practices and the management of E&S risks.
Sustrack ESG Advisory Services also includes:
- Support to regulators in developing national ESG frameworks and monitoring implementation market-wide.
- Capacity-building of local intermediaries, including industry associations and consultants, to promote, train, and advise on sustainability and ESG.
- Sector-level landscape advisory for complex projects and challenging activities involving multiple developers or investors in a single geography. We address risks beyond individual company capacities through a range of services, including ESG diagnostics, assessments, analysis, cumulative impact assessments, multistakeholder engagement platforms, and the development of joint management action plans.
Explore Sustrack's advisory services and products to companies and financial institutions.
Governance for Sustainability
Sustrack guides companies and financial institutions in establishing a corporate governance structure and good practices, and integrating environmental and social issues into high-level decision-making, strategy-setting, and risk-management processes. Our experts work closely with clients, to conduct an initial diagnostic and implement recommendations. Our approach is based on the Sustrack’s Governance Methodology
Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS) for Companies
Sustrack builds the capacity of real sector companies to assess E&S risks and manage their impact on operations by building, deploying, and institutionalizing an ESMS into core business operations. Our services include diagnostics, implementation support, and capacity building workshops. The approach is based on the Sustrack Performance Standards.
Environmental and Social Management Systems (ESMS) for Financial Institutions
Sustrack helps banks and investors integrate E&S risk management into their credit and investment decisions, in line with the Sustrack Performance Standards. Our ESMS services for financial institutions include a gap analysis using our Diagnostic Tool, assistance in the development of an ESMS policy, sectoral environmental and social risk management guidelines, and assessment checklists, and with transaction-level guidance. In the context of the Paris Alignment commitments, we also support financial institutions in implementing a comprehensive approach to climate risk assessment and management.
Sustainability and Climate-Related Disclosure
Sustrack supports organizations in improving their sustainability and climate-related reporting practices. We conduct gap analyses of a company’s existing ESG disclosures, annual reports, and sustainability reports, assess its underlying disclosure-related policies and procedures, and assist in the preparation of the annual report and sustainability report. Our approach is anchored in our Beyond the Balance Sheet resources and is aligned with the IFRS Sustainability Disclosure Standards,
Climate Governance
Companies and financial institutions are expected to integrate climate risks into their business strategy, culture, and values, which requires the adoption of appropriate climate governance frameworks and climate-competent boards. Sustrack’s Climate Governance Progression Matrix focuses on the structures and processes needed for climate risk management and adaptation. Our services include climate governance assessments focused on board climate competencies, controls and compliance, climate governance training for boards and senior management, and development of core enabling policies.
ESG and Gender
To support gender equality goals, Sustrack guides companies in addressing gender-based violence and harassment (GBVH) risks and promoting the advancement of women to boards and senior leadership positions. We offer a company-level diagnostic to understand their strengths and areas for improvement. We guide and train boards and senior management on effective governance of GBVH risks. We provide training to build the capability of men and women leaders to navigate unconscious bias.
Technical Environmental & Social (E&S) Advice and Guidance
Sustrack provides guidance based on the international industry best practices on technical E&S issues such as occupational health and safety management, managing E&S risks in supply chains, and addressing a wide range of issues such as gender-based violence, labor, land acquisition, biodiversity, stakeholder engagement, and grievance mechanisms. We conduct gap studies and scoping analyses and identify opportunities to address gaps. We provide clients with close, on-the-job support, comprehensive training, and assistance to technical staff, management, and board members.
Lead the change with Sustrack—where advanced ESG analytics meets precision carbon accounting, empowering your business with transparency, compliance, and meaningful climate impact
Mission & Vision
Mission
Empowering organizations with innovative ESG solutions for a sustainable and resilient future.
Vision
Delivering projects that benefit clients, communities, and the environment.
Our Team
Dr. Ratnesh Tiwari
The Founder
Dr. Tiwari stands as a fervent proponent of sustainability and social outreach. Armed with an engineering background and a Ph.D. from IIT Delhi, he boasts over a decade of experience in the sustainability sector. Dr. Ratnesh is unwaveringly committed to creating a positive social impact and promoting rural development, reflecting his profound belief in the transformative potential of technology to address sustainability challenges. His emphasis on sustainable energy solutions, agricultural practices, and eco-friendly products underscores his dedication to both environmental stewardship and social responsibility. Given this commitment, it is plausible that he perceives ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles as a strategic imperative for Koshish Sustainable Solutions. This acknowledgment stems from their alignment with the organization’s mission and values. Embracing ESG principles is seen as a navigational route for sustainability, ethical practices, and enduring success, carrying with it tangible benefits such as heightened resilience, improved risk management, and an elevated brand reputation.
Dr. Amit Ranjan Verma
Head [ESG and Carbon Markets]
Dr. Verma is a distinguished expert with over a decade of experience in energy, sustainability, and environmental innovation. Formerly a Senior Scientist at IIT Delhi, he led groundbreaking projects in clean energy and environmental sustainability. A proud alumnus of NIT Trichy and IIT Delhi, he has been instrumental in advancing clean cooking solutions and carbon markets through collaborations with global organizations like the UN Foundation, World Bank, and GIZ Germany. Dr. Verma excels in integrating ESG metrics into decision-making, working across government, private, and non-profit sectors to champion sustainable energy and carbon mitigation. His contributions as a member of the UNFCCC Roster of Experts underline his dedication to addressing global climate challenges.
Dr. Shreya Tripathi
Consultant [ESG and Sustainability]
Dr. Shreya Tripathi is a dedicated ESG and Sustainability Consultant, specializing in developing comprehensive strategies for environmental, social, and governance frameworks. With a strong focus on sustainable business practices, she empowers organizations to align with global standards, enhance their ESG performance, and drive impactful climate action. She holds a Ph.D. from the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi, and an M.Sc. in Chemistry from the Indian Institute of Technology, Guwahati, where she actively contributed to academic and extracurricular initiatives. Dr. Tripathi’s multidisciplinary background positions her as a dynamic leader in the sustainability domain.
Why choose us
Expertise
With over a decade of experience in sustainability, the team is prepared to tackle diverse challenges with expertise
Tailored Approach
Create and develop tailored strategies for maximum impact
Innovative Solutions
Explore new technologies and methodologies to address evolving environmental challenges
Continuous Support
Support and guidance to ensure the long-term effectiveness and sustainability of our client’s initiatives