Granules India Achieves Major ESG Milestones with A List Rating from CDP and Gold Rating from EcoVadis

Granules India Achieves Major ESG Milestones with A List Rating from CDP and Gold Rating from EcoVadis​

Granules India Ltd. has demonstrated a strong commitment to sustainable practices through its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report for Fiscal Year 2025-26. The company showcased significant advancements in environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance, affirming its purpose of 'Healing lives responsibly through pioneering green science.'

The ESG performance across the value chain was validated by multiple international assessments, underlining Granules' integrated approach to sustainability. Key recognition included achieving the CDP Climate Change A List in 2025, marking a transition from C to B and finally to A over three cycles of assessment. Furthermore, the company earned ratings of B and B- in its first disclosures for Water Security and Forests with CDP.

In a demonstration of operational excellence and sustainable practices, Granules secured a Gold rating during its initial corporate-level assessment by EcoVadis. This achievement placed Granules among the top 5% of all rated companies globally across all industries, receiving an overall score of 79/100 and achieving a 97th percentile rank. The company also achieved an A List rating in CDP's Supplier Engagement Assessment (SEA) 2025, highlighting its leadership in climate action within the supply chain. Granules’ overall performance was benchmarked through the S&P Global ESG Score of 62 out of 100.

Environmental and Resource Management Highlights​

Granules has made substantial progress toward operational sustainability, focusing heavily on resource efficiency and waste reduction. The Gagillapur and Bonthapally Unit-I facilities have been officially recognized as Water Neutrality Aspiring Plants by the CII-Triveni Water Institute (CII-TWI) after completing baseline and watershed delineation studies, supporting the company's 2032 water neutrality objective.

The commitment to circular economy principles was demonstrated at the Gagillapur unit, which achieved Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) Certification with Platinum+ Rating, reporting over a 99% waste diversion rate from landfills. Granules also maintained robust environmental compliance and efficiency:

Governance and Stakeholder Commitment​

Granules bolstered its social and governance standing by committing to global sustainability frameworks. The company became an official signatory to the UN Women's Empowerment Principles (UN-WEP), reinforcing commitment to gender equality aligned with SDG5. Furthermore, it joined the Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Initiative (PSCI) as an official Supplier Partner, strengthening ethical supply chain practices.

The organization also expanded its health and safety governance framework by becoming a member of the British Safety Council (BSC) and the National Safety Council (NSC). The company achieved Sedex Supplier Plus certification, demonstrating strong performance across social, environmental, and responsible sourcing parameters within its supply chain. Recognition was also received through industry events, having been honoured with the Sustainability Award at Haleon's Winning Together -Supplier Summit 2026.

Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) and Employee Well-being​

The company continued to focus on inclusive growth and equitable development through diverse CSR initiatives. Highlights of community engagement include:

• Healthcare: Providing over 3,677 free consultations, 1,769 mammograms, and 395 ultrasounds to women in rural areas via the 'Breast Health Express' mobile screening unit.
• Education & Skill Development: Training more than 150 beneficiaries through the Pharma Pathashala program with Swarna Bharath Trust, which has trained over 1,600 rural youth since its inception in 2017.
• Health: Providing nutrition kits to 1,030 TB patients in Bhadradri Kothagudem District.

In terms of human capital management and well-being, the company reported that all employees were trained on the Code of Conduct and ethical business practices. Operational commitments were tracked rigorously:

• A total of 4,306 employees (89% male, 11% female) demonstrated strong engagement in the permanent workforce during FY 2025-26.
• The company achieved Zero Reportable Safety Incidents for employees and workers during the reporting period.

These comprehensive achievements solidify Granules India's commitment to responsible business conduct across all facets of its operations, from climate action and resource management to employee welfare and stakeholder engagement.

GRANULES Stock Price Movement​

Shares of Granules India Limited are edging higher to ₹895.60 as of 12:49 PM today, gaining 0.06% or ₹0.50 in live trading. The stock trades with a volume of 357,713 shares, demonstrating strong upward momentum as it approaches its 52-week high of ₹907.8.