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Adani Green Energy Tops Indian ESG Rankings with Record 87.3 Score

Adani Green Energy Limited has received the highest ESG rating of 87.3 from CARE ESG Ratings Limited, placing it at the top among all Indian companies assessed. The rating reflects the company's leadership in integrating sustainability across its large-scale renewable energy operations. It highlights strong performance in climate risk management, water stewardship, waste management, and governance practices. The recognition is expected to bolster the company's ability to attract sustainable financing for future projects.

Key Points: Adani Green Energy Gets Highest ESG Score in India

  • Top ESG score among Indian companies
  • Strong climate risk & water management
  • Enhances access to sustainable capital
  • Reflects Adani Group's sustainability shift
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Adani Green Energy achieves highest ESG score of 87.3 among Indian companies

Adani Green Energy achieves top ESG rating of 87.3 from CareEdge-ESG, highlighting leadership in sustainability and climate strategy.

"Receiving the highest ESG score is a strong endorsement of Adani Green Energy's commitment to integrating sustainability at scale. - Ashish Khanna"

Ahmedabad, April 14

Highlighting its leadership in environmental, social and governance, climate strategy, resource stewardship and transparency, Adani Green Energy Limited has received the ESG 1+ rating with a score of 87.3 from CARE ESG Ratings Limited, which is a Securities and Exchange Board of India-registered ESG rating provider.

The score places AGEL at the top among all Indian companies assessed by CareEdge-ESG.

The rating reflects the company's leadership in integrating sustainability across its operations as a large utility-scale renewable energy developer.

CareEdge-ESG's evaluation is based on a comprehensive assessment of environmental, social and governance risks and opportunities, benchmarking companies across multiple indicators and industry peers.

The assessment highlights strong performance across climate risk management, water stewardship, waste management, biodiversity conservation and governance practices, supported by transparent disclosures and structured oversight mechanisms.

The rating underscores AGEL's structured approach to managing environmental and social risks through well-defined policies, management systems, and enterprise-wide integration of ESG considerations.

At a broader level, the recognition reflects a shift within the Adani Group towards embedding sustainability across its infrastructure-led portfolio, including renewable energy, ports, logistics, and utilities. ESG integration is increasingly shaping governance practices, risk management frameworks, and long-term capital allocation across businesses.

The CareEdge-ESG rating also enhances AGEL's positioning with investors and lenders, particularly in a capital environment where sustainability performance is increasingly linked to access to financing.

The rating is expected to support the company's ability to mobilise sustainable and transition-linked capital for large-scale renewable energy projects.

In a CareEdge-ESG press release, Ashish Khanna, Chief Executive Officer, Adani Green Energy Limited, said that "Receiving the highest ESG score is a strong endorsement of Adani Green Energy's commitment to integrating sustainability at scale".

"This recognition validates our disciplined approach to ESG governance, proactive climate-risk management, and long-term value creation for all stakeholders. Our certification across zero waste-to-landfill, single-use plastic-free, and net water-positive operations demonstrates that large-scale renewable energy development can be both responsible and resilient," he added.

According to Saikat Roy, Chief Executive Officer, CareEdge-ESG, "Adani Green Energy Limited's ESG rating reflects the company's strong commitment to integrating sustainability considerations into its renewable energy operations and long-term growth strategy".

"AGEL's performance demonstrates structured governance of environmental and social risks, supported by well-defined policies, management systems, and transparent disclosures aligned with leading sustainability frameworks, strengthening its credibility with investors and lenders in an evolving investment landscape where access to capital is increasingly influenced by sustainability performance," said Roy.

- IANS

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Rohit P
While the score is impressive, I hope this translates to real, on-ground impact for the communities near their projects. ESG ratings are good, but true sustainability is about more than just reports and disclosures.
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Ashwin V
Net water-positive and zero waste-to-landfill? That's the kind of ambition we need. If our big corporates can lead by example, it puts pressure on everyone else to up their game. Good for our environment and our economy.
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Sarah B
As an investor watching the Indian market, this is a very positive signal. It shows a maturing approach to risk management. Access to sustainable capital is crucial for scaling up renewable energy to meet our climate goals.
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Karthik V
Hope this sets a benchmark for other Indian companies, especially in traditional sectors. The shift towards ESG is not just a global trend but a necessity for long-term survival and attracting talent. Jai Hind!
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Nikhil C
The score is high, which is commendable. However, it's important to remember this is from one rating agency. I'd be interested to see how they fare with other global ESG assessors for a more complete picture. Still, a step in the right direction.

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