ESG Compliance Shouldn't Break the Bank — ECG Makes It Affordable & Achievable
Small and medium enterprises face the same regulatory pressures as large corporations — but with fewer resources. ECG bridges this gap.
India's 63 million MSMEs contribute 30% of GDP and employ 110 million people. Yet most MSMEs lack the in-house expertise and budget for ESG compliance. GPCB consent renewals, ISO certification, energy audits, and carbon accounting are increasingly mandatory — but traditional consulting fees are prohibitive. ECG changes this.
We have served 10,000+ MSME units across Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu — from chemical processors in Vapi GIDC to textile units in Surat and engineering workshops in Pune. Our approach is modular, affordable, and scalable. SMEs can start with basic GPCB compliance (₹15,000-50,000/year) and add services as they grow: energy audits, solar feasibility, ISO certification, carbon accounting.
Through our partnership with SIDBI, NABARD, and public sector banks, ECG has facilitated 2,000+ green loans totalling ₹150 crore for SME decarbonisation projects — solar rooftop, energy-efficient motors, waste heat recovery, and ZLD retrofits. Average payback period: 2-4 years. Average energy cost reduction: 30-45%.
Six Affordable Services — Start Small, Scale as You Grow
ECG's modular approach lets SMEs start with essential compliance and add services as their ESG maturity increases.
GPCB Consent & Compliance
End-to-end management of GPCB/CPCB consent to operate (CTE/CTO), hazardous waste authorisation (HWA), and annual environmental statement (Form V).
- CTE/CTO application preparation & filing
- Annual Form V (Environment Statement) generation
- CEMS data validation & ENVIS transmission (if applicable)
- Renewal reminders & inspection accompaniment
ISO 14001 & Quality Certification
Affordable ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System) and ISO 9001 (Quality) certification for MSMEs. Simplified documentation and internal audit support.
- Gap assessment & implementation roadmap
- EMS/QMS documentation (simplified for SME scale)
- Internal audit & management review facilitation
- Certification body coordination (BV, SGS, TUV)
Energy Audit & Efficiency
Professional energy audits that identify 15-30% energy savings potential. Actionable recommendations with payback calculations.
- Electrical, thermal, and compressed air systems audit
- Energy baseline & specific energy consumption (SEC) analysis
- Energy conservation measure (ECM) identification with payback
- BEE accredited energy auditor engagement
Solar Rooftop Feasibility & Financing
End-to-end solar advisory for SMEs: feasibility study, DPR, MNRE subsidy application (up to 40%), and loan facilitation.
- Solar resource assessment & rooftop structural analysis
- System sizing & financial modelling (IRR, payback, LCOE)
- MNRE subsidy application (up to 40% of project cost)
- Green loan facilitation (₹5L-₹50L)
Carbon Footprint (Scope 1 & 2)
Affordable carbon accounting for SMEs. GHG Protocol-aligned inventory covering direct and energy indirect emissions. EU CBAM readiness for exporters.
- Scope 1: Stationary combustion, mobile sources, fugitives
- Scope 2: Location-based & market-based (RECs)
- Emission factor selection (DEFRA, GRI, India-specific)
- Basic reduction roadmap & low-cost abatement options
Supplier ESG Scorecard (EcoVadis/Sedex)
SME support for MNC supply chain ESG requirements. EcoVadis assessment preparation, Sedex/SMETA audit readiness, and HIGG FEM support.
- EcoVadis questionnaire navigation (21 criteria, 4 themes)
- Supporting documentation preparation & upload
- Sedex / SMETA audit readiness checklist
- Scoring improvement strategy for 50+ target
Real Results — MSMEs That Transformed with ECG
50-employee chemical processor. ECG assisted with GPCB CTO renewal, ISO 14001 certification, and 100 kW solar rooftop financing. Result: compliance restored, energy cost reduced by 42% (₹8 lakh/year), solar loan payback in 4.2 years. Total ECG fees: ₹1.2 lakh.
30-employee fabrication unit. ECG conducted energy audit, identified 22% savings potential, facilitated ₹15 lakh green loan for energy-efficient motors and VFDs. Annual energy saving: ₹4.5 lakh. Loan payback: 3.3 years. Also achieved first EcoVadis score of 54 (Silver).
200-employee textile processor. ECG implemented ZLD retrofit (effluent recycling), GPCB compliance restoration, and EU CBAM readiness assessment. Total investment: ₹45 lakh (₹30 lakh green loan + ₹15 lakh VGF subsidy). Water consumption reduced by 75%. Now export-ready for EU markets.
Affordable Green Loans — ECG Facilitates Access to Capital
Through our partnerships with SIDBI, NABARD, and public sector banks, ECG helps SMEs access affordable green financing for decarbonisation projects.
₹5L - ₹50L · 8-11% Interest
Small Industries Development Bank of India (SIDBI) green financing for solar rooftop, energy efficiency, pollution control, and ZLD projects. ECG provides end-to-end application support.
₹10L - ₹1Cr · 7-9% Interest
NABARD's green infrastructure fund for MSMEs in industrial estates. Priority sectors: CETP connections, ZLD, waste management, renewable energy. Interest subvention of 2-3% available.
Up to 40% of Project Cost
Ministry of New and Renewable Energy (MNRE) subsidy for rooftop solar. ECG manages complete application, DPR, and disbursement follow-up. Subsidy credited within 60-90 days of commissioning.
₹10L - ₹50L per Unit
State Pollution Control Board subsidies for ZLD, CETP connection, and pollution control equipment. Gujarat, Maharashtra, and Tamil Nadu have active schemes with 25-40% subsidy coverage.
SME Solutions Powered by ECG's Full Service Suite
ESG Advisory & Compliance
GPCB consent management, BRSR filing, carbon accounting, and ISO certification — simplified and affordable for SMEs.
Green Financing for SMEs
ECG facilitates green loans through SIDBI, NABARD, and public sector banks. Solar financing, energy efficiency loans, and pollution control equipment funding.
Digital ESG for SMEs
Affordable EIP Lite platform for SME compliance tracking, document management, and regulatory alerts. Starting at ₹15,000/year.
Affordable ESG Compliance & Green Financing for Your SME
Join 10,000+ MSME units that have simplified compliance, reduced energy costs, and accessed green finance with ECG. From GPCB consent to solar financing — we make ESG achievable.