CII-Consultivo ESG Readiness report

Sustainability communication, narrative & design | Edition: Volume 2 - 2026

Slate of Swan led the ESG narrative, design and sustainability communication for the second edition of this ESG research study. This is an industry-facing publication designed not just for reporting, but for decision-making and policy direction.

Edition: Volume 2 - 2026

Themes

Product type

ESG research report design

Industry

All sectors for policy making

Role

Narrative, design and communication

Services

Sustainability Communications Narrative Strategy

This ESG research report tracks the readiness across 43 CII member companies and translating findings into actionable insight for businesses, industry bodies and institutional stakeholders.

The report functions as both:

A benchmarking study, and
A forward-looking industry signal

It stays as a reminder that ESG is experienced through people, context, and meaningful human relationships.

Research-to-narrative translation

Technical findings across ESG pillars were converted into clear thematic storylines ensuring that each section answers:

What is happening
Why it matters
What it indicates for the future

The primary and secondary research for this study was conducted by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) and Consultivo research teams. Slate of Swan’s role focused on translating this research into a structured narrative and design-led communication system.

Policy & relevance

Given Confederation of Indian Industry’s role as an industry body, the narrative was shaped to support: Industry benchmarking Peer comparison Policy interpretation and readiness

Framework integration

The report contextualises: GRI SASB TCFD ISSB This ensures alignment with global ESG reporting standards and sustainability disclosure frameworks. Instead of listing them, we embedded their logic into the communication so readers can understand applicability without technical overload.

Data as direction, not just analysis

Year-on-year comparisons were framed to highlight trajectory, not isolated numbers because ESG maturity is defined by movement.

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Sustainability communication creative approach

Explore the Report’s Impact Design and Communication

The research report had to carry the authority of a rigorous study and the simplicity to reach out to the stakeholders.

The cover has been designed with vivid shades of green and illustrations to depict sustainable practices. The cover design evokes a feeling of freshness for the viewers.

Illustrated landscapes act as visual pauses, while reinforcing the systemic relationship between industry, environment, society and governance.

Thematic color zoning

Environment: Earth greens, natural tones Social: Transitional teals, human-centric palette Governance: Structured blues, institutional clarity

This enables intuitive navigation without reliance on heavy labeling.

Visually engaging and decision-ready ESG communication

Slate of Swan has thoughtfully designed the CII-Consultivo ESG Readiness Report to present complex ESG insights in a clear, structured, and accessible manner. Infographics, charts, and visual aids have been tactfully incorporated to simplify complex information. This makes the report both visually engaging and highly informative.

Enhanced readability

The design team has effectively depicted data with concise narrative and logical flow to enhance readability. This makes the report both informative and efficient as a reference for organisations seeking to strengthen their own ESG performance. It aims for faster stakeholder interpretation and cross-functional usability.

Blend of creativity and data-led sustainability storytelling

This report is a perfect example of how creativity and functionality are blended and yet distinctive.

Compelling copy

The content was developed as part of a sustainability content strategy balancing technical accuracy with ESG storytelling clarity. This project required active engagement with ESG subject matter, not surface-level interpretation. We translated complex concepts into clear, accessible visual and narrative formats, topics such as: Emissions categorisation (Scope 1, 2, 3) Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) POSH compliance as a governance indicator Supply chain sustainability gaps Carefully selected font style, neat lines, structured layout lend the report a decent, professional look.

Data Visualisation Logic

Split-bar comparisons for year-on-year analysis Percentage indicators designed for quick scanning Visual consistency across all ESG sub-domains

Launch & industry context industry context

The report was unveiled at the CII West Bengal Annual Meeting & Conference 2026, a platform where industry priorities, policy direction, and business leadership converge. Its release in this setting positioned the study not as a standalone publication, but as part of a broader industry dialogue on ESG readiness.

The report was formally launched at the CII West Bengal Annual Meeting & Conference 2026, marking a significant milestone in its journey as a policy-relevant ESG publication. It was released in the presence of distinguished leaders including Rupak Barua (MD & CEO, Woodlands Multispeciality Hospital), Sourav Ganguly (President, Cricket Association of Bengal), Debashis Dutta (Chairman, CII West Bengal State Council & Director, BGS Group), Vivek Lohia (MD, Jupiter Wagons Ltd), Madhabi Guha (Director, Consultivo), Jayanta Roy (MD, Peerless), and C. S. Ghosh (Chairman, Bandhan Group).

As a sustainability communication specialist, our role was to position this research based report as a decision tool for companies, policymakers and industry stakeholders. We work at the intersection of ESG frameworks, data interpretation and communication design so reports don’t just inform, they guide decisions.