DCM Shriram secures ?100m sustainable finance

17 Apr 2024 CW Team

The ?100 million sustainable finance package will be utilised by DCM Shriram to fuel its various sustainable development projects across its diverse business verticals. This includes initiatives aimed at reducing carbon footprint, enhancing energy efficiency, promoting renewable energy adoption, and implementing eco-friendly practices throughout its operations. By leveraging this sustainable finance, DCM Shriram aims to reinforce its commitment to environmental sustainability while driving innovation and operational excellence across its business spectrum.

Standard Chartered Bank's decision to extend this significant sustainable finance facility to DCM Shriram underscores the bank's dedication to fostering sustainable development and supporting businesses committed to environmental stewardship. The partnership between DCM Shriram and Standard Chartered Bank exemplifies the collaborative efforts required from corporations and financial institutions to address pressing environmental challenges and achieve long-term sustainability goals.

With sustainability becoming a central focus for businesses worldwide, DCM Shriram's strategic collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank sets a precedent for responsible corporate financing practices. This move not only demonstrates DCM Shriram's proactive approach towards mitigating environmental impacts but also highlights its alignment with global sustainability agendas and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles.

As DCM Shriram embarks on this journey towards sustainability with the support of Standard Chartered Bank, it sets a compelling example for other corporations to follow suit, driving the transition towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious business landscape

DCM Shriram, a leading conglomerate in India, has recently announced securing a significant sustainable finance deal worth ?100 million from Standard Chartered Bank. This financing marks a crucial step for DCM Shriram towards advancing its sustainability initiatives while bolstering its financial stability. The infusion of funds from Standard Chartered Bank underscores the growing trend of financial institutions prioritising sustainable investments to support environmentally conscious enterprises. The ?100 million sustainable finance package will be utilised by DCM Shriram to fuel its various sustainable development projects across its diverse business verticals. This includes initiatives aimed at reducing carbon footprint, enhancing energy efficiency, promoting renewable energy adoption, and implementing eco-friendly practices throughout its operations. By leveraging this sustainable finance, DCM Shriram aims to reinforce its commitment to environmental sustainability while driving innovation and operational excellence across its business spectrum. Standard Chartered Bank's decision to extend this significant sustainable finance facility to DCM Shriram underscores the bank's dedication to fostering sustainable development and supporting businesses committed to environmental stewardship. The partnership between DCM Shriram and Standard Chartered Bank exemplifies the collaborative efforts required from corporations and financial institutions to address pressing environmental challenges and achieve long-term sustainability goals. With sustainability becoming a central focus for businesses worldwide, DCM Shriram's strategic collaboration with Standard Chartered Bank sets a precedent for responsible corporate financing practices. This move not only demonstrates DCM Shriram's proactive approach towards mitigating environmental impacts but also highlights its alignment with global sustainability agendas and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles. As DCM Shriram embarks on this journey towards sustainability with the support of Standard Chartered Bank, it sets a compelling example for other corporations to follow suit, driving the transition towards a more sustainable and environmentally conscious business landscape

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