20th Global Sustainability Summit 2025

Current Context: The 20th Global Sustainability Summit was held on 2–3 September 2025 in New Delhi, organized by the CII-ITC Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Development.

• The theme was “Reimagining Sustainability: Resilient. Regenerative. Responsible.”, focusing on circular economy, climate resilience, and green innovation.
• Key announcements included Environment Audit Rules 2025, revised Green Credit Programme, and amendments to Forest Rules 2023.
• The summit highlighted India’s progress in achieving 50% installed renewable capacity, aiming for 500 GW by 2030.
• Ministers Bhupender Yadav and Piyush Goyal emphasized India’s leadership in sustainable development and global climate action.
• Over 10 countries participated, showcasing collaborative efforts in ESG, biodiversity, and low-carbon growth.

Question:

Q.1 What was the theme of the 20th Global Sustainability Summit (2025)?
a) Reimagining Sustainability: Resilient. Regenerative. Responsible.
b) Green Economy: Pathway to Growth
c) Climate Action for a Net Zero Future
d) Sustainable India @ 2047

Answer: a) The theme was “Reimagining Sustainability: Resilient. Regenerative. Responsible.”, focusing on circular economy, climate resilience, and green innovation.