ABSTRACT:
The study explores a very interesting aspect regarding the interaction between green finance, ESG (Environmental, Social and Governance) performance and technology driven sustainability practices among the publicly listed firms in Indian scenario. The study examines a sample of 50 companies derived from energy, steel and cement industry which is considered to be highly carbon emitted industries. The data were extracted from CMIE database software. The statistical tools like regression and correlation were utilized which highlighted a significant and positive link between ESG performance and green financial initiatives.
Cite this article:
Arindam Banerjee. Financial Innovation and Technology Adoption as Drivers of Corporate Sustainability in India. Asian Journal of Management. 2026;17(3):198-2. doi: 10.52711/2321-5763.2026.00031
Cite(Electronic):
Arindam Banerjee. Financial Innovation and Technology Adoption as Drivers of Corporate Sustainability in India. Asian Journal of Management. 2026;17(3):198-2. doi: 10.52711/2321-5763.2026.00031 Available on: https://ajmjournal.com/AbstractView.aspx?PID=2026-17-3-2
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