Tata Consultancy Services Unveils Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26, Highlighting ESG Commitments

Tata Consultancy Services Unveils Sustainability Report for FY 2025-26, Highlighting ESG Commitments​

Tata Consultancy Services Limited (TCS) has published its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year 2025-26, detailing the company's performance, policies, and commitment to material environmental, social, and economic impacts. The report integrates the company's efforts toward sustainable value creation for stakeholders.

TCS emphasizes that its operational environment is guided by four core pillars: carbon emission mitigation, water conservation and recycling, waste reduction and recycling, and biodiversity preservation. The detailed disclosures are mapped against the National Guidelines for Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC).

Operational Scope and Workforce Overview​

The company, incorporated in 1995, has a paid-up capital of H 361.8 crore. As of the end of the financial year, TCS reported a total workforce of 6,17,437 employees. Of this, 5,84,519 are permanent employees.

In terms of operations, the company maintains a national presence across 28 States and 8 Union Territories, alongside an international footprint covering 55 countries. TCS services leading corporations globally, including Fortune 1000 and Global 2000 corporations, while also working with departments of the Government of India and various State Governments.

Commitments to Sustainability: A Detailed Look at Resource Management​

The BRSR highlights significant initiatives across the resource-intensive areas of energy, water, and waste management.

Energy and Emissions Profile​

TCS continues to prioritize decarbonization and energy efficiency. The company reports that renewable energy sources account for 79% of its total energy use.


In terms of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, the company reports total Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions of 56,498 Metric tonnes of CO₂ equivalent for FY 2026. Furthermore, TCS has committed to ambitious Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) goals, including reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 90% by FY 2030 from the FY 2016 base year, and reducing Scope 3 emissions by 35% by FY 2034 from the FY 2020 base year.

Water Management​

TCS emphasizes water conservation through comprehensive treatment and recycling efforts. The company reported a total volume of water consumption of 28,32,920 KL in FY 2026. The organization has implemented state-of-the-art infrastructure across its campuses, making all facilities Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) units.

Waste Reduction and Circularity​

The company is committed to advancing Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWL) practices across its operations, aiming for ZWL by 2030. In FY 2026, the total waste generated was 8,809.0 Metric tonnes (MT).

Waste management includes meticulous efforts in segregation and recycling. The reporting shows that the total waste recovered through various recycling and re-use operations was 6,729.0 MT in FY 2026.

Social and Workforce Pillars​

The report underscores a focus on employee well-being and equitable development. For FY 2026, the company's expenditure on well-being measures was 1.7% of total revenue, remaining consistent with FY 2025.

The company also disclosed statistics on demographic diversity and labor practices:


Regarding diversity, the report noted that 25% of the Board of Directors and 25% of Key Management Personnel are female.

Governance and Stakeholder Engagement​

TCS maintains a commitment to ethical conduct and transparency, underpinned by the Tata Code of Conduct (TCoC), which governs global operations. The company also provides comprehensive details on its governance structure, noting that the Stakeholders' Relationship Committee (SRC) and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Committee of the Board are responsible for decision-making on sustainability issues.

In the area of supply chain diligence, the company reports that 21.6% of its value chain partners were assessed for sustainability criteria in FY 2026.

Furthermore, TCS demonstrates adherence to modern governance and compliance by maintaining robust internal mechanisms:

• Data Privacy: The Global Privacy Policy covers all stakeholders, and the company reports that 98% of employees completed mandatory data privacy training in FY 2026.
• Human Rights: The company has established formal governance mechanisms and provided multiple reporting avenues to address human rights issues for employees, customers, and suppliers.

The organization's efforts across multiple principles show a sustained dedication to making its business practices aligned with global responsible business conduct standards.

TCS Stock Price Movement​

On Friday, Tata Consultancy Services Limited shares edged higher, gaining 0.93% to close at ₹2264. The stock successfully traded on a volume of 3.41 million shares, closing strong within its daily range of ₹2252 to ₹2304.9.