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Singapore-Based Blue Planet Recognized in HolonIQ 2024 Innovative Top 10 Indo-Pacific Climate Tech Startups

National, June 18: Blue Planet, Asia’s leading circularity and sustainability solutions provider, has been recognized as one of the top ten innovative climate tech companies. This prestigious accolade positions Blue Planet among the esteemed Indo-Pacific Climate Tech 100, a pivotal initiative under the Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity (IPEF). This initiative aims to accelerate clean energy investment and drive significant climate impact in the Asia Pacific (APAC) region. Blue Planet is present across the globe, with its largest footprint in India. India also plays a significant role in the IPEF, advancing climate solutions and demonstrating leadership in sustainable development, prominently showcased through its robust economic opportunities in infrastructure and clean technologies.

Prashant Singh, Co-Founder and CEO of Blue Planet, at the Indo-Pacific Climate Tech 100 in Singapore

Blue Planet was chosen from a competitive pool of over 10,000 climate tech companies through a rigorous evaluation process managed by the renowned research firm HolonIQ. This selection highlights Blue Planet’s leadership and substantial influence in advancing enterprise decarbonization and sustainability through innovative solutions. The criteria for selection included excellence in market appeal, technological distinctiveness, leadership team proficiency, financial robustness, and significant momentum and impact.

“We are deeply honored to be recognized as part of the Indo-Pacific Climate Tech 100,” said Prashant Singh, the Co-Founder and CEO of Blue Planet Environment Solutions. “Being selected as part of Indo-Pacific Climate Tech 100 is both gratifying and inspiring for our teams to continue innovating with customers globally. At Blue Planet, our focus is on advancing sustainability, circularity, and decarbonization throughout the entire value chain. We are dedicated to drive a positive change for people, the planet, and prosperity through cutting-edge technologies.”

The Indo-Pacific Climate Tech 100 is a key initiative under the IPEF, which was launched in May 2022 by the United States government in collaboration with 14 countries. The IPEF aims to promote sustainable and inclusive economic growth, representing 40% of global GDP and 28% of global goods and services trade.

Blue Planet was featured at the prestigious IPEF Clean Economy Investor Forum held in Singapore this month. As one of the 10 companies representing Singapore, Blue Planet was present at the IPEF Clean Economy Investor Forum IPEF gathers representatives from all 14 national governments —Australia, Brunei, Fiji, India, Indonesia, Japan, Republic of Korea, Malaysia, New Zealand, Philippines, Singapore, Thailand, the United States, and Vietnam — alongside top investors, philanthropies, and financial institutions. Led by the United States government, the forum aims to drive investment for scaling innovative solutions in sustainable infrastructure, climate technology, and renewable energy projects, thereby promoting a conducive business environment for clean technology growth. This positions Blue Planet and other Indo-Pacific Climate Tech 100 nominees for significant advancement in climate action in the region.

Blue Planet Environmental Solutions commemorates World Environment Day with Tree Planting and Environmental Street Play

Greater Noida, June 7: The employees of Blue Planet, one of Asia’s largest circularity and sustainability solutions provider, embarked on a significant environmental initiative by planting 100 saplings. The saplings were planted in the Green Belt on the periphery of the centralized Integrated Waste Management Unit maintained by Blue Planet with the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida. Blue Planet will continue to nurture these saplings with all care and maintenance along with GNIDA to ensure the maintenance of this green belt area. With the rise in extreme weather events, and the reduction of urban green belts, building these green spaces is crucial for relief from heatwaves.

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The activity was led by Mr. Harsh Mehrotra, Co-Founder & CEO of Blue Planet Skills; Mr. Kapil Mehra, General Manager of HR; Mr. Deepak Raj Sar, Strategic Advisor of Sales & Marketing and Ms. Ekta Sachdeva, Marketing Manager and Ms. Priyanka Singh, Sustainability Manager for Blue Planet Group. They were joined by Mr. Parveen Sharma, Plant In-Charge of the Integrated Waste Management Plant in Greater Noida. Enthusiastic workers at the plant also joined in the plantation drive to showcase their commitment and dedication to environmental conservation and enhance the greenery of their local surroundings.

In addition to this, a street play on environmental awareness was organized in the market of Sector Gamma 2 in Greater Noida. This engaging performance highlighted the importance of everyday behaviour changes in adapting a more sustainable and responsible living, especially crucial as India battles extreme heatwaves. Simple steps like source segregation, water conservation, and responsible waste disposal could significantly contribute to a more sustainable future, further amplifying the message behind the tree planting initiative.

Prashant Singh, Co-Founder & CEO, Blue Planet Environmental Solutions said, “We are committed to promoting and ensuring circularity and sustainability in all our endeavours. We take our responsibility to the environment and the earth very seriously, which is why we consistently strive to advance our ESG goals. This planting and awareness generation through street play is part of the broader ESG initiatives we undertake on an ongoing basis. With climate change and extreme weather events becoming more frequent, and forest cover and green belts in cities dwindling, it is more important than ever to increase urban green spaces and increase awareness on the impact of lack of green cover on people and planet. These green belts provide crucial respite from heat and enhance the liveability of our cities.”

Blue Planet Environmental Solutions Marks World Environment Day with Tree Planting and Street Play

National, June 6: The employees of Blue Planet, one of Asia’s largest circularity and sustainability solutions provider, embarked on a significant environmental initiative by planting 100 saplings. The saplings were planted in the Green Belt on the periphery of the centralized Integrated Waste Management Unit maintained by Blue Planet with the Greater Noida Industrial Development Authority (GNIDA), Knowledge Park III, Greater Noida. Blue Planet will continue to nurture these saplings with all care and maintenance along with GNIDA to ensure the maintenance of this green belt area. With the rise in extreme weather events, and the reduction of urban green belts, building these green spaces is crucial for relief from heatwaves.

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The activity was led by Mr. Harsh Mehrotra, Co-Founder & CEO of Blue Planet Skills; Mr. Kapil Mehra, General Manager of HR; Mr. Deepak Raj Sar, Strategic Advisor of Sales & Marketing and Ms. Ekta Sachdeva, Marketing Manager and Ms. Priyanka Singh, Sustainability Manager for Blue Planet Group. They were joined by Mr. Parveen Sharma, Plant In-Charge of the Integrated Waste Management Plant in Greater Noida. Enthusiastic workers at the plant also joined in the plantation drive to showcase their commitment and dedication to environmental conservation and enhance the greenery of their local surroundings.

In addition to this, a street play on environmental awareness was organized in the market of Sector Gamma 2 in Greater Noida. This engaging performance highlighted the importance of everyday behaviour changes in adapting a more sustainable and responsible living, especially crucial as India battles extreme heatwaves. Simple steps like source segregation, water conservation, and responsible waste disposal could significantly contribute to a more sustainable future, further amplifying the message behind the tree planting initiative.

Prashant Singh, Co-Founder & CEO, Blue Planet Environmental Solutions said, “We are committed to promoting and ensuring circularity and sustainability in all our endeavours. We take our responsibility to the environment and the earth very seriously, which is why we consistently strive to advance our ESG goals. This planting and awareness generation through street play is part of the broader ESG initiatives we undertake on an ongoing basis. With climate change and extreme weather events becoming more frequent, and forest cover and green belts in cities dwindling, it is more important than ever to increase urban green spaces and increase awareness on the impact of lack of green cover on people and planet. These green belts provide crucial respite from heat and enhance the liveability of our cities.”

Hero Vired Unveils Certificate Program in Technology-Enabled Sales

National, 30 January 2024: Hero Vired, India’s premium LearnTech company for professionals and higher education aspirants, has announced the launch of a Certificate Program in Technology-enabled Sales. The comprehensive program has been meticulously crafted in collaboration with LeadSquared to empower learners with essential skills, strategies, and tools to meet the ever-changing consumer needs. The program curriculum integrates advanced CRM systems driven by LeadSquared to prepare the learners for the future of consumer-centric sales.

A report by Gartner predicts that 75% of B2B sales organizations plan to add AI-guided selling solutions to their traditional sales tactics, allowing the organizations to instantly act on the insights and recommendations thus increasing productivity. With the demand for skilled sales professionals on a surge, Hero Vired’s certificate program addresses this by providing hands-on experience, 70-90% instructor-led classes, real-life scenarios, and industry-relevant projects and assignments.

Talking about the new program, Mr. Akshay Munjal, Founder and CEO, Hero Vired said, “Recognizing the transformative power of technology, the new program aims to help the learners upskill themselves and foster new opportunities in the world of tech-enabled sales. CRM technology can contribute up to $4.4 trillion in annual global productivity, hence the fusion of CRM technology within our new Sales program underscores the profound impact these integrated tools can have on the evolving consumer expectations. This collaboration with LeadSquared strengthens our commitment to deliver transformative opportunities for our learners to immerse themselves in the dynamic world of technology-enabled solutions.”

Another report by Gartner reveals that over 83% of sellers struggle to adapt to changing customer needs and expectations. Thus, building a workforce proficient at addressing these challenges with a modernized approach is paramount.

Commenting on the collaboration, Prashant Singh, Co-Founder and COO, LeadSquared said, “As organizations rapidly adopt modern tools and technologies to boost sales amidst varying consumer interest, developing suitable technology skills enables users to become more customer-centric and capture sales opportunities faster. This collaboration with Hero Vired strengthens our commitment to empowering users with the tools and skills needed, to excel in the ever-evolving world of sales and marketing. Together, we pave the way for a transformative learning experience, bridging the gap between industry demands and skill development.”

The comprehensive 3-month program by Hero Vired, deep dives into technology-enabled sales, consumer and market analysis, sales automation, and sales intelligence, ensuring proficiency in tracking essential business metrics, and analyzing KPIs, to gain expertise in user and lead management. During the program, the learners will have access to LeadSquared’s Omnichannel CRM tools including its Sales execution CRM and LeadSquared mobile CRM application.

This ensures a well-rounded skill set to leverage CRM for strategic sales actions and efficient tracking. It is designed to elevate participants from a fresher level to an intermediary level in technology-enabled sales. The curriculum is carefully crafted to instill essential skills and provide hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools. This comprehensive exposure ensures a well-rounded skill set, enabling participants to navigate the intricacies of CRM technology effectively. The emphasis on technology goes beyond theoretical understanding; the program is designed to equip learners with the practical skills needed to thrive in the rapidly evolving landscape of tech-enabled sales.

Besides equipping learners with technical skills, the program aims to provide essential sales skills, relationship building, and effective product pitching techniques. During this certification program, the learners will get a chance to interact with domain experts from across industries and participate in capstone projects to construct a personalized sales playbook, facilitating a smooth transition into entry-level positions within the dynamic fields of technology-enabled sales and sales operations.

This approach will allow learners to apply theoretical concepts in real-world scenarios, enhancing their problem-solving skills and helping them prepare for the future of consumer-centric sales. As technology continues to reshape the sales landscape, Hero Vired’s Certificate Program in Technology-enabled Sales aims to guide learners toward success in a future where technological innovation is synonymous with sales excellence.