Universal Cables Ltd Reports on Sustainable Practices, Highlighting Energy Transition and Workforce Commitment for FY 2025-26

Universal Cables Ltd Reports on Sustainable Practices, Highlighting Energy Transition and Workforce Commitment for FY 2025-26​

Universal Cables Limited (UCL) has provided a detailed Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) covering the financial year 2025-26. The report outlines UCL's operations, its dedication to environmental stewardship, social commitment, and corporate governance across its diverse stakeholder base.

The company’s primary business focus remains manufacturing Power and Control Cables, Wires, and related turnkey projects, which accounts for 94.07% of the entity’s turnover. UCL operates significant national infrastructure, maintaining two plants and twenty-four offices nationally, while also having one international office. The company serves a broad market base, covering 36 states in India and participating in 32 international countries.

ESG Performance and Environmental Stewardship​

UCL is demonstrating active commitment to improving its environmental footprint, particularly through energy management and waste reduction initiatives. Approximately 40% of the total electricity consumption was derived from renewable sources during FY 2025-26. This achievement is supported by rooftop solar plants (two MW at Satna and 0.5 MW at Goa) and an electrical supply sourced from a 4 MW wind-solar hybrid project, which commenced in July 2024.

To further reduce carbon intensity, the company implemented energy efficiency measures such as replacing obsolete motors, upgrading power distribution panels, and switching from furnace oil to LPG. The utilization of renewable energy, combined with these efforts, contributed to a reduction in CO2 emissions intensity by 6.0%.

In terms of water and waste management, UCL oversees two operational Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) with a total capacity of 270 KL, enabling the reuse of treated domestic wastewater for horticultural purposes on company premises. The company practices responsible resource utilization, noting that it sells plastic and other hazardous waste to registered recyclers, while non-hazardous waste is sold for recycling.

The operational sustainability metrics for UCL are detailed in the tables below:

Sustainable Resource Management Metrics (FY 2025-26 vs FY 2024-25)

Workforce and Social Commitment​

UCL reported a dedicated focus on employee and worker well-being and safety across the organization. The company maintained that its Occupational Health & Safety (OHS) management system is robust, implementing comprehensive training, regular risk assessment procedures, and following an integrated management system (IMS). UCL ensured that all employees have access to non-occupational medical and healthcare services through health insurance coverage.

In terms of human rights commitment, the company established a dedicated grievance redressal mechanism for both employees and customers, underscoring its zero-tolerance policy against harassment or discrimination. The Chief Executive Officer stated that ESG strategy is central to business conduct, ensuring transparency and accountability in operations. UCL’s CSR projects focused on enhancing community life in designated aspirational districts, including sanitation services at Mahua basti in Satna (M.P.) and support for primary education near Prayagraj (U.P.).

Business Operations and Compliance Details​

The company's business operations are extensive, with its products trusted by various sectors across public and private domains, including Power Sector, Oil and Petrochemical Industries, Mining, Steel Plants, and Defense Sector.

A snapshot of the workforce details for UCL is presented as follows:

Workforce Composition

The company’s governance structure includes a Corporate Social Responsibility Committee, a Risk Management Committee, and a Stakeholders Relationship Committee to guide sustainability efforts. UCL confirmed that the educational and occupational training of employees are essential focus areas, with training program coverage at 100% for permanent staff in both FY 2025-26 and FY 2024-25.

UCL maintains its commitment to fair market practices and has multiple affiliations with trade and industry chambers across the national and international levels, including IEEMA and FIEO.

UNIVCABLES Stock Price Movement​

Universal Cables Limited closed strongly on Friday, successfully gaining 2.63% to settle at ₹1130.3. The stock saw brisk trading throughout the session, with a volume of 80,462 shares recorded.