BIM Sustainability Award 2024
3M
The BIM Sustainability Award recognizes outstanding sustainability efforts by globally recognized companies, emphasizing the corporate commitment to the triple bottom line: Profit, People, and Planet. These awards reinforce BIM’s dedication to integrating sustainability within its curriculum, acknowledging the growing impact of non-financial metrics on corporate evaluation.
3M is a global leader known for its diverse range of innovative products, & science-driven innovation. Dedicated to sustainability, 3M prioritizes eco-friendly practices, with initiatives ranging from carbon neutrality to water conservation. By leveraging technological innovation, 3M’s focus on sustainable practices emphasizes circularity, responsible resource use, and a global commitment to fostering environmental stewardship.
Mrs. Sheril Christopher, Country Environment Health and Safety Manager for India; on behalf of 3M, accepted the award.
Schneider Electric
BIM’s Sustainability Award celebrates exceptional sustainability projects from internationally acclaimed companies that prioritize the triple bottom line—Profit, People, and Planet. This award showcases BIM’s commitment to embedding sustainability in its educational programs, reflecting the increasing importance of non-financial metrics in assessing corporate success.
Schneider Electric a global leader in energy management and automation, has been at the forefront of developing sustainable, scalable solutions for a resilient and low-carbon future. With a robust commitment to the circular economy, decarbonization, and the electrification of industries; Schneider Electric aims to minimize carbon footprints and optimize energy use with its various initiatives empowering sectors and communities to adopt greener practices.
Mr. Venkat Garimella, Vice President Sustainability; on behalf of Schneider Electric, accepted the award.
Pollinate Group
The Sustainability Award by BIM honours top-tier global companies for their leading sustainability initiatives, reinforcing the modern corporate emphasis on the triple bottom line: Profit, People, and Planet. This recognition aligns with BIM’s mission to weave sustainability into its academic framework, highlighting the rising significance of non-financial metrics in corporate value assessment.
Pollinate Group is a pioneering social enterprise redefining life in underserved regions of India and Nepal. By equipping women entrepreneurs with the means to distribute essential and life-improving products; they tackle poverty, bridge gender disparities, and expand energy access, ultimately nurturing economic independence and sustainable progress.
Mrs. Sujatha Ramani, CEO, Pollinate Group, alumna of BIM 6th Batch; on behalf of Pollinate Group, accepted the award.
The Sacred Groves
Recognizing the best in global sustainability efforts, the BIM Sustainability Award highlights companies that excel in the triple bottom line areas—Profit, People, and Planet. These awards underscore BIM’s commitment to infusing sustainability principles into its courses, acknowledging the growing role of non-financial factors in corporate valuation.
Sacred Groves is a conservation initiative focused on preserving natural habitats and wildlife, enabling individuals and communities to invest in ecological restoration and conservation efforts. By offering a platform for protecting forests and other natural ecosystems, their mission encompasses both ecological stewardship and fostering a sustainable relationship with nature, highlighting the intrinsic value of preserving ecosystems for future generations.
Mrs. Monisha Krishna, Co-Founder, The Sacred Groves, alumna of BIM 11th Batch; on behalf of The Sacred Groves, accepted the award.