CESC Limited, a leading power utility company, is deeply committed to community development and sustainability. When they needed to bring their CSR efforts to life in the form of a compelling and credible annual report, they partnered with Consultivo. The result was a standout CSR report that not only complied with regulatory requirements but also effectively communicated their impact and intent.
The challenge
The core challenge was to create a well-structured corporate social responsibility report that reflected CESC’s long-standing commitment to social value creation, while aligning with India’s regulatory expectations and global best practices.
CESC wanted a report that would:
- Clearly present the outcomes of its flagship CSR projects
- Reflect its strategy and intent beyond numbers
- Maintain compliance with SEBI guidelines for CSR reporting
- Engage diverse stakeholders – from regulatory bodies to communities
Our approach
Planning and strategy
Our team started with a detailed needs assessment, analysing existing project data, community impact, and stakeholder expectations. We identified key thematic areas and impact zones to frame the content narrative and structure the report in line with leading CSR reporting format standards.
Content development
We structured the content with clarity and simplicity, using plain language, short sentences and storytelling techniques to humanise data. With a focus on what is CSR reporting, the report presented both quantitative outcomes and the qualitative changes experienced by communities.
To support transparency, the report included:
- CESC’s CSR policy highlights
- Governance mechanisms and Board responsibilities
- Budget allocations and implementation partners
- Project-wise results, aligned with SDGs
- CSR impact assessment snapshots
Design and storytelling
The report used strong visual storytelling. Each section was supported by intuitive infographics, maps and charts. Carefully placed call-outs, human interest stories, and outcome dashboards brought life to the narrative – making it an engaging and informative read.
We ensured the report:
- Was fully compliant with CSR Reporting in India
- Served as a model for CSR Reporting Examples
- Maintained accessibility across formats – digital and print
Outcomes delivered
A credible and creative CSR report
The final annual report on CSR was deeply appreciated by CESC and stakeholders. It not only fulfilled all regulatory obligations but also stood out in design, content and structure.
The report:
- Highlighted over 20 impactful projects across health, education, environment and livelihoods
- Showcased data-backed outcomes with a clear link to the impact of CSR
- Strengthened CESC’s brand as a responsible corporate citizen
- Served as a reference for future reporting cycles
Explore the CESC Annual CSR Report project on Slate of Swan – where communication meets creativity.
Why it matters
This project reaffirmed how strategic and well-designed corporate social responsibility reports can influence perception, build trust and inspire action. In a space where CSR reporting is evolving, CESC’s approach reflects maturity, purpose and transparency.
At Consultivo, we see each report as a storytelling opportunity—one that goes beyond compliance to create meaningful conversations. We help brands not only measure change but communicate it effectively.
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We bring deep experience in CSR consulting services, with 600+ social value creation projects and over 500 CSR assessments. Whether it’s impact measurement, SROI, or end-to-end reporting, our team helps you shape your purpose story with clarity and confidence.Â
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