Adani Power Leads Thermal Sector in NSE Sustainability ESG Rating

New Delhi: Adani Power Limited has further improved its Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) performance as assessed by NSE Sustainability.

The company scored 66, up from 65 in the previous assessment for FY26.
It continues to remain in the “Aspiring” category.

Sector Leadership

Adani Power ranks higher than all other major Indian thermal, mixed-fuel and integrated energy companies in the assessment.

NSE Sustainability, a SEBI-registered ESG Rating Provider and part of the National Stock Exchange of India Group, evaluates 500 listed companies in India every year.

A strong ESG score indicates better governance, resilience to emerging risks and long-term value creation potential for investors.

Key ESG Initiatives

Adani Power has implemented advanced low-emission technologies such as Ultra-Supercritical units to reduce its carbon footprint.
It has also invested in continuous monitoring systems, water conservation and responsible waste disposal.

On the social front, the company has expanded community development programmes focused on education, healthcare and skill-building.
These include scholarship schemes, health camps and livelihood projects.

In governance, Adani Power has maintained independent director representation in key committees above the statutory requirements.
It has also adopted stringent ESG standards for suppliers and contractors across its value chain.

Other Recent Ratings

Adani Power scored 71/100 in the Corporate Sustainability Assessment by S&P Global.
It received a 4.3/5.0 rating from FTSE Russell ESG.
CareEdge ESG Rating scored the company 80/100 for FY26, placing it in the ‘Leadership’ position and well above the industry median.

Adani Power is India’s largest private sector thermal power generator with an installed capacity of 18,290 MW across multiple states, apart from a 40 MW solar plant.