G20
The Think20 (T20) is an official Engagement Group of the G20. It serves as an “idea bank” for the G20 by bringing think tanks and experts together to engage in discussions on policy matters that are relevant to the G20 agenda. Â
The Centre for Responsible Business, has been actively engaged with the activities of the T20 and has contributed to the development of a few policy briefs and side-events as indicated below
Policy brief 1: Reducing Food Loss and Waste: Enabling Action Through the Target-Measure-Act Approach
Every year, more than 40 percent of food intended for human consumption is either lost or wasted across the global food supply chain. The reduction of such food loss and food waste could yet be one of the most effective strategies to mitigate the existential threat of climate change. Devyani Hari, Dr. Jayahari KM, Liz Goodwin Murli Dhar Nitya Sharma, Ph.D, Dr. Ruchika Singh, Shweta Lamba have co-authored a T20 Policy Brief, ‘Reducing Food Loss and Waste: Enabling Action Through the Target-Measure-Act Approach’
To read the policy brief: click here
Policy Brief 2 : Driving Sustainable Consumption through Policy Innovations in Value Chains
Consumers today are increasingly interested in buying sustainable and climate conscious or environment friendly products and services. However, the supply of such products and services remains limited and sustainable purchasing is extremely restricted. This ‘intent-action gap’ in sustainable consumption needs to be addressed to achieve the goals of sustainable lifestyles, as envisaged by the Indian G20 presidency, especially through the Mission Lifestyle for Environment MissionLiFE. Read more in the policy brief, Driving Sustainable Consumption through Policy Innovations in Value Chains co – authored by Sabarish Elango, Rijit Sengupta, Maximiliaan Tetteroo, Elisabeth Hoch
To read the policy brief: click here
Policy Brief 3: A Broader Trade Facilitation Approach for Resilient and Sustainable Global Value Chains
Digitalisation and sustainability play an important role in mitigating the impacts of international shocks and promoting societal inclusivity when it comes to global supply chains. Read more in the policy brief, ‘A Broader Trade Facilitation Approach for Resilient and Sustainable Global Value Chains’, which highlights the agenda for resilient and sustainable supply chains through trade and transport facilitation. Co-authored by  Nandini Sharma, Devyani Hari, Sanchita Basu Das, Nishant Jain,
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Events
- 13 – 14 January 2023
- Read Summary here.
| Event Name | Venue | Event Date |
| Purpose Beyond Profit: Remaining Global value Chains for Inclusive Green Growth | Marriott Shillong, Meghalaya | 6th July 2023 |
Objectives
- How can sustainable GVCs be designed to prioritise the interests and needs of the most vulnerable and marginalised stakeholders?
- What are the enablers for facilitating balanced dialogues in global value chains through international policy, processes, platforms etc.?
- How can finance be unlocked to facilitate more climate smart practices?