Ambuja Cements Limited, Ahmedabad is one of India's leading cement and building material companies and a member of the diversified Adani Portfolio. Company identifies climate related risks & opportunity associated with business and maps these risks including financial implication. Company is committed to net zero by 2050. Company is doing the investment of INR 10000 crore to set up 1 GW of RE projects by FY 2025-26 and 376 MW of WHRS (Waste Heat Recovery System) by FY 2027-28 to increase share of renewable and green energy to 60% its planned 140 MTPA cement capacity.
Godrej Properties Limited, Mumbai has been a leading force in the Indian real estate industry which brings the philosophy of innovation, sustainability, and excellence from the Godrej Group to the real estate sector. Company has eight committees, led by board members, to oversee key areas of focus, guiding corporate strategy, implementing, and monitoring its effectiveness, and reviewing corporate performance, risk, and other policies. Company is a carbon neutral organization since 2021. Company tracks the financial implications of climate-related risks through the central data management portal. This includes assessing the impact on insurance costs, property values, and operational expenses. Dedicated budget is allocated for organising ESG initiatives integrating ESG matrix into company operations. Percentage of females in the entire workforce is 29%.
Brookfield India Real Estate Trust, Gurugram is India's only 100% institutionally managed office real estate investment trust. Its portfolio comprises ten Grade-A Commercial Assets across strategic locations in India, valued at ₹35,700 Crore as on March 31, 2024. Company have developed a net zero emissions roadmap/program to reach out net zero targets by 2040 or sooner. Company has evaluated all its assets for both physical and transition risks in FY 2023 to inspect their vulnerability to climate-related hazards, which encompass various factors such as earthquakes, floods, heat stress and sea levels. Company includes ESG factors in the annual performance targets for certain employees including the C-suite team, Operations & Sustainability team and the asset /property managers.
L&T Technology Services Limited, Bengaluru provides Engineering and R&D (ER&D) services including consultancy, design, development, and testing. Company has devised a policy on Diversity, Anti-discrimination, elimination of child labour and forced labour, POSH, Business Continuity Plan. Company has a Board committee that specifically looks at the ESG function under the CSR committee. Company submits Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report to SEBI which is based on GRI framework. The Chief Risk Officer oversees the sustainability reporting; and the automation tool helps in preparing various reports directly from the tool so as to reduce manual intervention and reducing reporting time. Company environmental management system emphasizes comprehensive waste management following the 6R principles (Rethink, Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, Refuse, and Repair).
IDFC FIRST Bank Limited, Mumbai is private sector bank, the main products/ services include Retail Banking, Treasury, Corporate /Wholesale Banking. Bank is committed to the principles of equal opportunity in all areas of the employee lifecycle. Bank is transforming its ESG challenges into opportunities by bringing in new initiatives such as automation of ESG data collection; setting targets on climate action and Net Zero post assessment of GHG baselines and carbon roadmap; identifying possible responsible lending opportunities; proactively assessing climate risks at a Bank level through Task Force on Climate Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD); and adhering to guidelines from RBI on green deposits. Reporting is based on BRSR, IR framework, GRI and SASB (The Sustainability Accounting Standards Board). Bank has created a dedicated governance structure, starting with a Board Committee that manages Stakeholder Relationships, ESG and Customer Service (SRECS).
Aditya Birla Capital Limited, Mumbai is the holding company for the financial services businesses of the Aditya Birla Group. Company prepares sustainability reports that outline its environmental performance and progress towards its sustainability goals. Company has been publishing its independent Sustainability Report for 4 years now. Company have identified ESG specific KPIs for their businesses and functions and integrated in to their existing business KPls. Company have implemented an Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) Scorecard that enables infrastructure and project finance businesses to identify and assess the ESG risks of the borrowers and projects. 18,045 kilograms of dry waste was recycled in 2021-22, thereby creating the potential to offset greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions equivalent to 61MtCO2. In FY23, Company achieved a significant milestone with women’s representation reaching 12.5% at the Board level and 66.6% at the Key Management level. Percentage of females in the entire workforce is 29.
Niva Bupa Health Insurance Company Limited, New Delhi is a Joint venture health insurance company between Fettle Tone LLP and UK based healthcare services expert, Bupa. Company has devised a policy on Diversity, Anti-discrimination, elimination of child labour and forced labour, POSH, Business Continuity Plan. Number of programs are implemented to reduce environmental impacts, including Climate Impact Assessment and Digital Solutions. ESG parameters forms part of annual report. Company has proactively identified specific ESG Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that are closely linked to sustainability goals and operational responsibilities. Executive compensation linked to ESG goals. Company underwrites health-related risks for its customers, which have a strong correlation with the environment and climate change.
Biocon Limited, Bengaluru is driven by the vision to make a difference to global healthcare through improved access to high quality, life-saving bio therapeutics by making them affordable. Company has defined role of the Board Committees, Code of Practices and Procedures for Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information, grievance redressal mechanism, POSH Policy. A top-down approach for ESG integration is adopted with key direction and overview from Board of Directors through respective Board Committees with ESG mandates. The Board-level ESG Committee provides direction and monitor ESG strategy, plans and performance. Annual Report has been developed in accordance with the principles, guidelines and requirements of the International Integrated Reporting Council (IIRC). Company has identified ESG Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and it is reported annually in public disclosures.
Cummins India Limited, Pune is a group of complementary business units that design, manufacture, distribute and service engines, generator sets and related power-technology products. Company has well-structured board with separate Chair & CEO roles and five active committees. Formal induction training and ESG training for Directors are regularly conducted. Complete Scope 1 & 2 carbon inventory with renewable energy sourcing and a net-zero roadmap is carried out, along with mature circular-economy program. Supplier engagement drive (“Project Vasundhara”) ensures embedding sustainability in the supply chain. Executive remuneration is linked to ESG performance. ~98% of waste recycled/re-used. Company demonstrates tangible financial and societal value creation from ESG initiatives.
Adani Enterprises Limited, Ahmedabad is a powerful business incubator for large-scale projects. Board is supported by committees that ensure effective leadership, strong corporate governance, and accountability in decision-making. Company achieved a 67% reduction in emissions. Company ensures transparent, globally aligned reporting through its Integrated Annual Report, guided by international frameworks and overseen by the Board-led Corporate Responsibility Committee. Company drives accountability by linking incentives to ESG targets. Company demonstrates robust customer trust and reliability with a 100% Insurance Claim Settlement Ratio. Overall, the company demonstrates robust ESG governance.
Schneider Electric Infrastructure Limited, Vadodara is engaged in the business of manufacturing, designing, building and servicing technologically advanced products and systems for electricity network. Company demonstrates strong global data governance with EU-recognized Binding Corporate Rules, comprehensive privacy safeguards, and full regulatory compliance, with zero client data privacy breaches reported in the last two years, ensuring trust and transparency. Company has robust Net-Zero strategy with clear actions across Scope 1, 2 & 3, backed by energy audits and SBTi alignment. For the preparation of the BRSR report, the company has employed an internally developed digital platform- Resource Advisor to collect the data points. Company demonstrates a strong ESG commitment. Good Insurance Claim Settlement Ratio: 93%. 100% packaging in the company is done from recycled cardboards.
Tata Consumer Products Limited, New Delhi is a consumer products company uniting the principal food and beverage interests of the Tata Group under one umbrella. Company demonstrates a strong commitment to ESG principles by integrating environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and robust governance practices across its operations. Board has delegated specific functions to dedicated committees, which perform detailed reviews of relevant matters before submitting them to the Board for consideration. Direct emissions originate from various fuel sources, including biomass, diesel, petrol, furnace oil, coal, LPG, kerosene and refrigerants utilised in operational processes. Company aims to have 100% Sustainable products by volume by 2040. Percentage of females in the entire workforce - 45%. Percentage of sustainably sourced energy used by the company in the last two financial years/calendar years - 52%.
Firstsource Solutions Limited, Mumbai, a RP-Sanjiv Goenka Group company, is a global leader in business process services, serving clients across Healthcare, Banking and Financial Services, Communications, Media and Technology, Retail, and other diverse industries. The board operates under advice of seven active committees. Structured ESG training is given to directors. Robust whistle-blower, succession, and cyber-security policies. Complete Scope 1, 2 and 3 carbon inventories with renewable energy sourcing and a net-zero roadmap and SBTi target submitted and validation awaited. Renewable energy usage (25%) and plan for net zero by 2050. Remuneration and benefits are linked to ESG Performance.
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