New Delhi, Sept. 11 -- Artificial intelligence, climate intelligence and technology are increasingly moving from specialist functions into the core of business decision-making, as companies face growing pressure to manage climate risks, supply-chain disruptions, energy security and geopolitical uncertainty.

The shift was a key theme at the fourth edition of the CII Karnataka ESG Summit 2026, held in Bengaluru on Friday, where industry leaders called for businesses to move beyond ESG commitments and embed sustainability and resilience into everyday operations.

Srinivasulu, Chairman, Karnataka State Pollution Control Board (KSPCB), said companies need to treat climate data and intelligence as a business input rather than an environmental ...