In this episode of Turbo Impact, Ankit Todi, Group Chief Sustainability Officer at Mahindra Group, joins host Kenny Chen in unpacking how one of India’s leading conglomerates is operationalizing sustainability as a core business strategy.
Ankit explains how Mahindra’s “Planet Positive” vision is embedded across the group’s diverse business portfolio—spanning industries from mobility and finance to infrastructure and technology. He shares how this mandate drives transformation within each business and shapes capital allocation and new venture development. The conversation also explores Mahindra’s work with startups to pilot emerging technologies, deepen supply chain sustainability, and cultivate the leadership mindset needed to deliver impact at scale across a complex, multi-industry enterprise.
Key Topics Covered
• How Mahindra’s “Planet Positive” strategy drives business transformation across group companies
• Embedding sustainability into operations, supply chains, and investment decisions
• Working with startups to advance innovation in energy efficiency, materials, and data tracking
• Aligning sustainable finance with commercial outcomes across green businesses
• Building internal capabilities and ecosystem engagement to lead sustainability at scale
Who Should Listen:
Private capital managers, institutional allocators, and corporate leaders
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Produced by: Turbo Net Zero
What is Turbo Impact?
Turbo Impact is a podcast by Turbo Net Zero, exploring how sustainability shapes private capital. We bring together top investors, institutional allocators, and entrepreneurs to discuss how sustainability influences investment and corporate strategies.
Each episode dives into real-world insights on integrating sustainability in private capital. Turbo Impact features candid conversations with industry leaders who turn sustainability challenges into strategic opportunities and meaningful impact.