Bhubaneswar: Speaking at the Earth Again Conference-2025, organized by Sambad in Bhubaneswar, Prof Amit Garg of the Indian Institute of Management Ahmedabad emphasised that Odisha should focus on sunrise industries rather than traditional sectors to effectively address climate change.

Highlighting the state’s reliance on Ispat and coal-based industries, Prof Garg suggested companies could adopt climate-friendly technologies. For example, Tata Steel could invest in DRI (Direct Reduced Iron) and Electric Arc Furnace technologies. He also stressed Odisha should explore alternatives to thermal-based power generation, such as atomic energy.

Prof Garg recommended the state formulate policies to attract sunrise industries, including renewable energy, electric vehicles (EVs), data centers, food

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