Introduction
In response to the escalating call for decarbonization of value chains and the imperative to manage scope three emissions, IIM Bangalore has established the TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability (TCI-IIMB SCSL) Lab. This dedicated lab is designed to assist organizations in their journey towards achieving net-zero goals. The TCI-IIMB SCSL Lab represents a significant initiative aimed at propelling sustainability in logistics and supply chain management to the forefront.
The Center aims to serve as a hub for collaboration between academia, industry, and policymakers, fostering innovation and driving positive change in supply chains worldwide. By leveraging the expertise of our faculty and partners, we seek to address the complex challenges facing modern supply chains while promoting environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and economic prosperity.
Through research projects, industry collaborations, and educational programs, the Center will develop and disseminate cutting-edge practices and tools to help organizations enhance the sustainability of their supply chains. Our goal is to empower businesses to adopt sustainable practices that not only reduce their environmental footprint but also create value for stakeholders and society at large.
We invite you to join us on this journey towards building a more sustainable future through responsible and ethical supply chain management. Together, we can drive meaningful change and build a more sustainable world for generations to come.
Purpose of the Lab
The newly established laboratory has been established with a clear and defined purpose.
- To be first and India’s premier centre of excellence in Sustainable Supply Chain practice, dissemination, and advocacy.
- Creating sustainable solutions for organizations and supply chains that lead to large-scale adoption and subsequent benefits.
- Advancing and disseminating sustainable supply chain management knowledge.
- To conduct research to identify and replicate good practices for sustainable supply chains.
- Cooperate and coordinate with other organizations with similar aims and objectives within and outside the country.
Vision and Mission of the Lab
Vision:
To contribute substantially and significantly to the organizations and nation’s efforts towards carbon neutrality.
Mission
- Develop and test new capabilities that provide organizations with the information, best practices, and tools they need to meet their sustainability objectives.
- Conduct research that contributes significantly to the theory and practice of Sustainable Supply Chain Management.
- Act as a forum to initiate interaction and dialogue on sustainable supply chain-related issues, challenges, and solutions among industry, government, academia, and related agencies.
- Help organizations achieve their net zero goals.
Collaborations
TCI IIMB-SCSL is dedicated to advancing sustainable supply chain management through strategic partnerships and collaborations. The lab seeks to partner with government agencies involved in climate change and transportation, as well as with national and international sustainability agencies, to create effective policies and programs. Additionally, the lab aims to collaborate with industry bodies to understand sector-specific challenges and develop tailored solutions. By fostering partnerships with academia, the lab provides a platform for knowledge exchange and practical experience for students, faculty, and researchers. These efforts underscore the lab's commitment to driving positive change and creating a sustainable future.
Following is the scope of engagement with various partners.
- Joint White Papers
- Joint Research
- Joint Events
- Capacity Building and Training
- Joint Consulting Assignments
- Awareness and Outreach
The centre was able to sign an MOU with the following organisations as new collaboration partners during the year:
World Resources Institute (WRI)
The World Resources Institute (WRI) is a leading global research nonprofit organisation established in 1982. WRI's activities are focused on seven areas: food, forests, water, energy, cities, climate, and the ocean. The organization's mission is to promote environmental sustainability, economic opportunity, and human health and well-being. WRI partners with local and national governments, private companies, publicly held corporations, and other non-profits and offers services including global climate change issues, sustainable markets, ecosystem protection, and environmentally responsible governance services.
T Hub
T-Hub, India's largest innovation hub, is a catalyst for entrepreneurial success, fostering a vibrant ecosystem of startups, corporations, investors, mentors, and government agencies. Since its inception in 2015, T-Hub has empowered over 2,000 startups, providing them with access to world-class infrastructure, mentorship, and funding opportunities. Through its comprehensive suite of programs and initiatives, T-Hub has played a pivotal role in transforming Hyderabad into a global innovation hub.
GIZ
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH is an enterprise owned by the German government. GIZ implements sustainable development through international cooperation on behalf of Germany and other partners. GIZ is working on sustainable development projects across the globe, focused on improving living conditions through initiatives in economic development, education, environmental protection, and peacebuilding. GIZ extends its reach to over 120 countries.
Smart Freight Centre (SFC)
The Smart Freight Centre (SFC) is a non-profit organization headquartered in the Netherlands, dedicated to minimizing the environmental impact of freight transportation worldwide. Their focus is on reducing greenhouse gas emissions, particularly CO2, from the logistics sector. SFC empowers companies to measure, manage, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions from their freight activities. Through their Global Logistics Emissions Council (GLEC), they foster collaboration across the industry and set the standard for emissions calculation. With a focus on efficiency and sustainability, SFC paves the way for a greener future for global freight transportation.
People
Dr. Aditya Gupta
Dr. Aditya Gupta is currently the Chief Operations Officer at TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab at the Supply Chain Management Center (SCMC), IIMB. He has about twenty-seven years of extensive experience in the areas of Supply Chain Management, General Management, Finance, and Sales. Aditya is a PhD, MBA, Computer Engineer, and CFA by qualification. Prior to his stint at IIMB, he has worked in leading corporates such as TVS Group, Tata Group, Virgin Group, Moser Baer, Jindal Group, and Essar Group. He has an excellent track record of consistently meeting the most challenging corporate goals with success.
He has conducted impactful research in the intersecting domains of sustainability and supply chain, contributing to the advancement of eco-friendly practices and efficient logistical strategies. He has built several tools like the Transportation Emission Measurement Tool and Carbon Accounting Tool to measure Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and others in the domain of sustainability. He has collaborated with several organizations to establish environmental stewardship initiatives, enhance supply chain sustainability, and promote ESG practices. He has been writing on sustainability in the form of research papers, case studies, and white papers and though
Dr. Mohan Krishna
Dr. Mohan Krishna is currently associated as Manager – Research, with the TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab at the Supply Chain Management Center (SCMC), IIMB.
Mohan holds a Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering (EV state estimation and control) from Vellore Institute of Technology, India. He also acquired a domain-specific MBA (Power Management) and has close to 12 years of diverse teaching and academic research experience from institutions of eminence and deemed universities across India. He is a senior member of IEEE and is additionally involved in many extension activities for the benefit of the industry and academia, notably as an EXECOM member of the young professionals affinity group (YPAG), IEEE Bangalore section.
He is working on several research/consulting projects at the lab, related to carbon mapping and footprinting, GHG accounting, sustainability suite for MSMEs, electric mobility, etc. He is also co-authoring and documenting several ongoing case studies on capacity planning and management of EV battery swapping stations, Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) for EV battery manufacturers, etc.
Contact
For more queries, please contact:
Dr. Aditya Gupta
COO TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab
080-2699-3554
aditya.gupta@iimb.ac.in
Dr. Mohan Krishna S.
Manager – Research,
TCI-IIMB Supply Chain Sustainability Lab,
Supply Chain Management Center, IIMB
080-2699-3338
mohan.krishna@iimb.ac.in