Description
Green’ entrepreneurs are people who pursue business goals keeping in mind the sustainable development of society. They are actually change agents, who are showing the path to others as to how sustainability can be kept in mind even when –prioritising profit maximisation.
Requirements
The Centre for Environment Education and the Teri University offer programmes related to the environment, and to sustainable development. B-schools are also looking towards greening their curricula. Teri University’s MBA in business sustainability attempts to incorporate sustainability issues into each course and specialisation
Job Propects
Green is in and these entrepreneurs are smart to know that such technology will be in great demand in the future. The national action plan on climate change enumerates eight missions in which the government would encourage green entrepreneurship. The solar mission offers opportunities for technology development and innovations in this important field. There is a focus on energy-efficient technologies, in which government incentives and sops will be available to encourage green ideas
Pros & Cons
Great satisfaction in running a business that has adopted environment-friendly practices. Complying with strict regulations can be tough
