India, June 14 -- At a time when businesses across the globe are navigating a maze of sustainability regulations, a Pune-based startup is helping them find clarity-and compliance-with confidence. Founded in 2021 by Rajesh Patel, Snowkap is a Net Zero Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform that helps companies manage their Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) performance and reduce their carbon footprint.

Born out of a problem Patel encountered firsthand-scattered ESG data, outdated tools, and a lack of business-aligned solutions-Snowkap blends artificial intelligence with human expertise to create a comprehensive, usable platform.

"We're not trying to retrofit old systems," says Patel, who also heads the Powerweave Group. "We wanted ...