<h1>Adani Ports Receives ESG Rating Upgrade from CareEdge; Achieves 'Leadership' Status</h1>
Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (APSEZL) has been awarded an improved Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) rating by CareEdge ESG Ratings Limited. The upgrade reflects the company's ongoing commitment to strengthening its sustainable practices across operations.
The rating action followed CareEdge ESG Ratings' annual surveillance review and incorporated disclosures provided in APSEZ's FY26 Integrated Annual Report. The company achieved a new ESG score of 84.3, corresponding to a CareEdge-ESG 1+ rating, which positions it as a 'Leadership' entity in managing ESG risks through best-in-class policies and performance. This represents an improvement of 3.3 points over its previous score of 81.
The enhanced rating is attributed to APSEZ’s comprehensive progress across environmental, social, and governance dimensions.
Key areas driving the positive shift include:
- Environmental Performance: The company demonstrated improved environmental outcomes through reduced emissions, energy, water, and waste intensities. This was further supported by increased adoption of renewable energy and a deeper integration of environmental concerns throughout its value chain.
- Social Outcomes: APSEZ showed improvements in social aspects, including expanded safety training coverage, the strengthening of grievance redressal mechanisms, and continued progress in areas such as diversity, pay equity, and employee engagement.
- Governance Framework: The company maintained a robust governance structure, characterized by continuous Board-level ESG oversight, comprehensive governance training programs, and enhanced value chain engagement.
The rating upgrade reinforces APSEZ's standing as a leading ESG performer within the ports and logistics sector, reflecting its sustained commitment to transparent disclosures and continuous improvement in environmental, social, and governance practices.
ADANIPORTS Stock Price Movement
Shares of Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited shed value on Thursday, settling at ₹1796 after a 1.01% decline. The stock saw robust trading as it moved through its range, with approximately 1.85 million shares traded during the session.Disclaimer: Due care and diligence have been taken in compiling and presenting news and market-related content. However, errors or omissions may arise despite such efforts.
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