Sustainable Infrastructure, ESG and
Procurement for Working
Professionals
Batch – 1
October 8-9, 2026 | Adani University Campus
Adani University – Centre For Continuing Education
Adani University is a research-intensive educational institution set up with the objective to empower by focusing on real-world problems and contribute to global sustainability. With its futuristic & inspirational thought leadership from Adani Group, we aim at trans-disciplinary excellence.
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About the Program
Infrastructure businesses are facing increasing expectations around sustainability, resilience, transparency, and long-term value creation. Public-private partnership learning resources, sustainable infrastructure platforms, and climate-resilient infrastructure knowledge modules all highlight the growing importance of integrating sustainability, governance, and lifecycle thinking into infrastructure development and management.
This programme responds to that and offers a practical understanding of how sustainability and ESG can be embedded across the infrastructure asset lifecycle, from project planning and procurement to operations, monitoring, and stakeholder engagement.
Learning Modules
- What sustainability and ESG mean in infrastructure.
- Why ESG matters for asset owners and operators.
- Lifecycle view of infrastructure projects
- GRI, SASB, TCFD, ISSB: what they require and from whom
- BRSR (India), SEC climate disclosure rules
- Materiality assessment for infrastructure entities
- GHG Protocol: Scope 1, 2, 3 for infrastructure projects
- Embodied carbon vs operational carbon in built assets
- Life cycle assessment (LCA) methods
- Science-based targets (SBTi) and net zero commitments
- Carbon offsetting
- ESG integration in PPP procurement and bidding
- Environmental management during construction and operation
- Social impact, labour standards, and stakeholder engagement
- Community development and sustainable value creation
- ESG-aligned maritime infrastructure development
- Alternative marine fuels: LNG, methanol, and green fuels
- Shore power (cold ironing) for vessel emissions reduction
- Electrification of cargo handling equipment and port operations
- Digitalization for ESG monitoring and compliance
- Automation of ESG data collection and reporting
- Smart systems for environmental and operational performance
- Digital platforms for efficient BRSR reporting and disclosure
Faculty
Prof. Mukesh Parikh
International Trainer and Adjunct Professor, Adani University
Prof. Mukesh Parikh is an Adjunct Professor at Adani University and a distinguished maritime, logistics, and infrastructure professional with over 45 years of industry experience. His career spans commercial shipping, port development, logistics, and supply chain management, with significant contributions to the development of Mundra Port during its formative years. An alumnus of XLRI, Jamshedpur, and a first-rank holder in the Professional Shipping Programme at the Norwegian Shipping Academy, Oslo, he has trained executives across India, Asia, and the Middle East under the UNCTAD TRAINMAR initiative. His expertise encompasses sustainable infrastructure, port and maritime operations, procurement practices, multimodal logistics, and infrastructure governance. Through executive education and consulting, he brings practical perspectives on integrating sustainability, operational excellence, stakeholder engagement, and long-term value creation into infrastructure and logistics projects, making him a sought-after mentor for industry professionals.
Prof. Rachna Gangwar
Professor – Faculty of Management Sciences, Adani University
Dr. Rachna Gangwar is a distinguished academic and researcher with over two decades of experience across industry and academia in India and Germany. Her expertise spans sustainable transportation systems, infrastructure policy, public-private partnerships (PPPs), urban mobility, multimodal logistics, and governance. She has led and contributed to research projects for the erstwhile Planning Commission of India, the Asian Development Bank, and the Railway Board, focusing on infrastructure reforms, PPP frameworks, and transport sector efficiency. Prior to joining Adani University, she held teaching and research positions at the University of Karlsruhe (Germany), the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad, IMT Ghaziabad, and TAPMI School of Business Jaipur. Her industry experience with PTV AG, Germany, involved consulting on transport and logistics projects for European government clients. A Chartered Member of the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport (CILT), she brings a unique blend of global research, policy expertise, and practical insights into sustainable infrastructure development, ESG integration, and resilient transport systems, enabling professionals to address emerging challenges in infrastructure planning and governance.
- Who Should Attend
Working professionals engaged in infrastructure development, operations, procurement, contracts, compliance, sustainability, and business support functions.
- Teaching Pedagogy
- Lectures and Presentations
- Business case studies
- Hands-On Exercises
- Learning Outcomes
By the end of this program, participants will be able to:
- Explain sustainability and ESG concepts in the context of infrastructure enterprises
- Understand the relationship between policy, regulation, compliance, and business decisions
- Integrate ESG considerations into vendor selection, contracts, and performance management
- Identify environmental and social risks across the infrastructure lifecycle
- Strengthen monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder engagement systems
- When & Where?
| Date | October 8-9, 2026 |
| Time | 10:00 AM to 05:00 PM |
| Mode | Offline |
| Venue | Adani University, Adani Shantigram, Ahmedabad |
Investment
Program Fee: Rs. 6,000 per participant + applicable taxes.
The fee includes expert-led training, program materials, digital handouts, lunch and refreshments, and an e-Certificate of Participation from Adani University.
Adani Group Employee Benefits
10% fee waiver for individual Adani Group employees.
20% fee waiver for 3 to 5 nominations from the same.
30% fee waiver for more than 5 nominations from the same Business Unit
Only one of the above Adani Group Employee Benefits (10%, 20%, or 30%) shall be applicable for a given participant/program. The highest eligible fee waiver will apply.
Alumni Benefit
20% fee waiver for Alumni of Adani University.