International Collegium on ESG | Christ Academy Institute of Law Bengaluru | NLSIU Bengaluru | Submit Abstract by 15th October 2026
International Collegium on ESG | Christ Academy Institute of Law Bengaluru | NLSIU Bengaluru | Submit Abstract by 15th October 2026
Two‑Day International Collegium on Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG)
23rd & 24th November 2026 | Hybrid Mode | Bengaluru
Organisers
- Christ Academy Institute of Law (CAIL), Bengaluru – Academic Outreach Committee & Centre for Law & Environment
- Centre for Environmental Law, Education, Research and Advocacy (CEERA), National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru
About ESG
Environmental, Social and Corporate Governance (ESG) is a global framework assessing sustainability, ethics, and long‑term risk management.
- Environment (E): Carbon emissions, clean energy, waste reduction, water management.
- Social (S): Human rights, labor standards, diversity, community engagement.
- Governance (G): Board diversity, transparency, executive accountability, anti‑corruption.
India has integrated ESG into corporate reporting through SEBI’s Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR), making disclosures mandatory for top listed entities. ESG now intersects with law, regulation, finance, human rights, and public policy, raising concerns about data reliability, comparability, and greenwashing.
About the Collegium
The International Collegium on ESG is designed as an interdisciplinary academic forum to critically examine ESG’s evolving architecture. It will:
- Explore ESG’s transformation from voluntary CSR to regulated accountability.
- Address challenges of disclosure, assurance, comparability, and legitimacy.
- Discuss emerging issues: greenwashing, ESG ratings, supply‑chain responsibility, climate justice, human rights, technological disruption, and litigation.
- Provide a platform for scholars, practitioners, policymakers, and corporate professionals to engage in meaningful debate.
Call for Papers
Original, unpublished research papers are invited from academicians, practitioners, policymakers, researchers, and corporate professionals from law and non‑law backgrounds.
Sub‑Themes include:
- ESG & Corporate Governance (board duties, transparency, greenwashing).
- ESG Regulation & Legal Frameworks (SEBI, BRSR, disclosure standards).
- Environmental & Social Dimensions (climate change, biodiversity, human rights, labor inclusion).
- ESG, Finance & Supply Chains (sustainable finance, ratings, due diligence).
- Emerging Issues (AI, data integrity, litigation, public policy, comparative perspectives).
Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 October 2026
Abstract Link:
Paper & Awards
- Full Paper Submission: By 30 January 2027 (post‑Collegium).
- Best Paper Presentation Award: ₹5,000 + Certificate of Merit.
- Selected papers will be published in an edited ISBN volume after peer review.
Registration
- Fee: ₹1,500 per participant.
- Deadline: 25 October 2026.
- Registration Link:
- Certificates will be issued to all registered participants.
Industry Knowledge Partners & Speakers
- Cochin Shipyard Limited – Shri Saleen A, Dr. Vishnu S. Warrier
- Fourth Partner Energy – Mr. Shujath Bin Ali
- Trilegal – Mr. Abhishek Dubey
- Khaitan & Co – Mr. Jeevan Ballav Panda, Mr. Vivek Narayan
- Merck Group – Mr. Shreekanth Katti
- Manipal Hospitals – Mr. Raghavendra Rao
- Green Skills Academy – Dr. Srinivas Ravindra
- Rex Law Chambers – Mr. Rohith Kamath
Important Dates
- Abstract Submission Deadline: 15 October 2026
- Confirmation of Abstracts: 20 October 2026
- Registration Deadline: 25 October 2026
- Collegium Dates: 23–24 November 2026
- Full Paper Submission Deadline: 30 January 2027
Contact Information
- Dr. Mohamed Saalim
- Mr. Vikas Gahlot
- Email: collegiumesg@cail.ac.in (as per committee communication)
For More Details
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