Apr 16, 2025
Environmental Responsibility Shaping Economic Growth
By Siddhesh Kadam
The Foundation
In today’s world, growth that ignores the environment is not progress, it’s a short-term gain with long-term consequences.
Economic growth and environmental responsibility are often seen as opposing goals. One is about expansion, development, and speed. The other is about restraint, preservation, and caution. But this is an outdated mindset.
As someone deeply invested in sustainable development and the Chairman of the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), I firmly believe that environmental responsibility is the foundation of economic growth.
Environment vs. Economy
Environment vs. Economy
Environmental degradation doesn’t just harm nature, it weakens the economy from the inside out.
For decades, India and other developing nations were told that they had to choose between development and environmental protection. Polluting industries, deforestation, and unsustainable urbanisation were accepted as the price of progress.
But today, the data tells a different story. Cities with cleaner air attract healthier workforces. Regions with better water management support more resilient agriculture. And nations that invest in renewable energy create more jobs and longer-term economic stability.
Green Potential
Green Potential
Maharashtra, as India’s industrial and financial powerhouse, has a crucial role to play.
Our cities, industries, and infrastructure drive much of India’s economic engine. But this also means we have a responsibility to lead the shift toward green growth. Through initiatives like the Clean Air Mission, SUP (Single Use Plastic) Elimination Campaign, and Water Conservation Movement, we’ve shown that when environmental initiatives are tied to economic strategy, everyone benefits.
Cleaner cities attract investors. Greener districts promote tourism. And eco-conscious businesses are increasingly favoured by global trade partners.
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Apr 16, 2025
Environmental Responsibility Shaping Economic Growth
By Siddhesh Kadam
The Foundation
In today’s world, growth that ignores the environment is not progress, it’s a short-term gain with long-term consequences.
Economic growth and environmental responsibility are often seen as opposing goals. One is about expansion, development, and speed. The other is about restraint, preservation, and caution. But this is an outdated mindset.
As someone deeply invested in sustainable development and the Chairman of the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), I firmly believe that environmental responsibility is the foundation of economic growth.
Environment vs. Economy
Environmental degradation doesn’t just harm nature, it weakens the economy from the inside out.
For decades, India and other developing nations were told that they had to choose between development and environmental protection. Polluting industries, deforestation, and unsustainable urbanisation were accepted as the price of progress.
But today, the data tells a different story. Cities with cleaner air attract healthier workforces. Regions with better water management support more resilient agriculture. And nations that invest in renewable energy create more jobs and longer-term economic stability.
Green Potential
Maharashtra, as India’s industrial and financial powerhouse, has a crucial role to play.
Our cities, industries, and infrastructure drive much of India’s economic engine. But this also means we have a responsibility to lead the shift toward green growth. Through initiatives like the Clean Air Mission, SUP (Single Use Plastic) Elimination Campaign, and Water Conservation Movement, we’ve shown that when environmental initiatives are tied to economic strategy, everyone benefits.
Cleaner cities attract investors. Greener districts promote tourism. And eco-conscious businesses are increasingly favoured by global trade partners.
Apr 16, 2025
Environmental Responsibility Shaping Economic Growth
By Siddhesh Kadam
The Foundation
In today’s world, growth that ignores the environment is not progress, it’s a short-term gain with long-term consequences.
Economic growth and environmental responsibility are often seen as opposing goals. One is about expansion, development, and speed. The other is about restraint, preservation, and caution. But this is an outdated mindset.
As someone deeply invested in sustainable development and the Chairman of the Maharashtra Pollution Control Board (MPCB), I firmly believe that environmental responsibility is the foundation of economic growth.
Environment vs. Economy
Environmental degradation doesn’t just harm nature, it weakens the economy from the inside out.
For decades, India and other developing nations were told that they had to choose between development and environmental protection. Polluting industries, deforestation, and unsustainable urbanisation were accepted as the price of progress.
But today, the data tells a different story. Cities with cleaner air attract healthier workforces. Regions with better water management support more resilient agriculture. And nations that invest in renewable energy create more jobs and longer-term economic stability.
Green Potential
Maharashtra, as India’s industrial and financial powerhouse, has a crucial role to play.
Our cities, industries, and infrastructure drive much of India’s economic engine. But this also means we have a responsibility to lead the shift toward green growth. Through initiatives like the Clean Air Mission, SUP (Single Use Plastic) Elimination Campaign, and Water Conservation Movement, we’ve shown that when environmental initiatives are tied to economic strategy, everyone benefits.
Cleaner cities attract investors. Greener districts promote tourism. And eco-conscious businesses are increasingly favoured by global trade partners.