Adani Power recognised for outstanding ESG Performance
AHMEDABAD: Adani Power Limited, recognised as India's largest private sector thermal power generator, has achieved significant improvement in its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance attaining a score of 66 in the latest assessment by NSE Sustainability up from 65 in FY26. The company continues to hold a leading position in the thermal power sector, consistently ranking higher than other major Indian energy companies and maintaining its status in the “Aspiring” category.
NSE Sustainability evaluates 500 listed Indian companies, providing a reliable, independent assessment of their ESG credentials, essential for long-term value creation and investor confidence. High ESG scores indicate a company's robustness against emerging risks and its attractiveness to long-term investors.
Adani Power’s commitment to ESG is evident through its implementation of advanced low-emission technologies, such as Ultra-Supercritical Units aimed at reducing carbon emissions. The company works for energy efficiency, water conservation and responsible waste disposal.
It also actively engages in community development initiatives focusing on education, healthcare and skill-building. Programmes like scholarships for underprivileged students, health camps and livelihood enhancement projects underline its commitment to fostering inclusive growth.
On governance, Adani Power exceeds regulatory compliance requirements. Its Nomination and Remuneration Committee has a higher percentage of independent directors than mandated and the Audit Committee’s representation of independent directors also surpasses statutory guidelines.
The Risk Management Committee composition is aligned with exceeding the required threshold for independent directors while enforcing stringent ESG standards for suppliers and contractors across its value chain.
Adani Power has garnered notable recognition in other assessments, scoring 71/100 in the Corporate Sustainability Assessment by S&P Global and a rating of 4.3/5.0 by FTSE Russell. Care Edge’s ESG Rating for FY26 awarded the company a score of 80/100, placing it in the ‘Leadership’ category and exceeding the industry median by 35%. These evaluations further reinforce Adani Power's dedication to sustainable and responsible business practices.