Global Institute for Circular Economy and SDGs

  5 Circular Economy Certifications Every Manufacturer Should Know in 2026 The global manufacturing sector is undergoing a fundamental shift. Regulatory pressure, investor expectations, and consumer demand are converging around one imperative: circularity. By 2026, demonstrating verifiable circular economy practice will no longer be a differentiator -- it will be a baseline requirement for market access, especially for manufacturers exporting to regulated markets. But with a growing landscape of certification schemes, standards, and frameworks, choosing the right pathway can feel overwhelming. Some certifications focus on environmental management systems; others assess product-level circularity, organisational governance, or end-of-life recovery. This guide surveys the five circular economy certifications that matter most for manufacturers in 2026, with a focus on what each certifies, how the assessment process works, and which type of manufacturer benefits most from each. 1. ISO 1...

 BRSR REPORTING IN INDIA: A BEGGINER'S GUIDE What Is BRSR and Why Does It Matter? The Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) is the SEBI-mandated disclosure framework that requires the top 1,000 listed companies in India to report on their environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance. Introduced in 2021 and effective from FY 2022-23, BRSR replaces the earlier Business Responsibility Report (BRR) and aligns Indian corporate disclosure with global sustainability standards such as the GRI, SASB, and TCFD. For Indian companies, BRSR is not just a compliance checkbox. It signals to investors, regulators, and customers that your business takes its ESG responsibilities seriously. With stakeholders increasingly scrutinising corporate sustainability performance, a well-prepared BRSR can strengthen investor confidence, improve access to capital, and differentiate your brand in a competitive market. Who Must File the BRSR? As of the latest SEBI circular, the BRSR ...