Greenko Group actively integrates Environment and Social Governance (ESG) principles into its operations and strategic planning.

 Greenko Group actively integrates Environment and Social Governance (ESG) principles into its operations and strategic planning. They focus on becoming a "Net Zero Carbon Company" by 2040, aligning with the Climate Pledge. Greenko emphasizes sustainable practices in areas like waste and water management, biodiversity conservation, and community development. 

Environmental Focus:

Net Zero Commitment:

Greenko aims to achieve net-zero carbon emissions across all scopes by 2040, according to their website. 

Climate Change Mitigation:

Greenko actively registers Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) projects with the UNFCCC to address greenhouse gas emissions. 

Sustainable Practices:

They implement an Environment and Social Management System to manage waste by reducing, reusing, or recycling. 

Water Management:

Greenko prioritizes surface water sources for their plants and emphasizes water conservation. 

Biodiversity Conservation:

Greenko conducts Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs) before project implementation and avoids biological hotspots. They also undertake projects like habitat conservation, sustainable farming, and protecting sea-based wildlife. 

Tree Plantation:

Greenko actively plants trees at all operational sites to create CO2 sinks. 

Biodiversity Conservation:

They support projects for conserving endangered species like the Olive Ridley Turtle, Great Indian Bustard, and Red Panda. 

Social Focus:

Community Development:

Greenko actively participates in community development projects, including watershed management and health programs. 

Employee Welfare:

Greenko focuses on employee welfare, including merit-based performance reviews and talent recognition, resulting in a high employee retention rate. 

Social Initiatives:

They engage in initiatives like providing access to clean drinking water, sanitation facilities, and healthcare support. 

Sustainable Supply Chain:

Greenko incorporates ESG parameters into their supplier selection process and promotes responsible supply chain management. 

Social & Relationship Capital:

Greenko invests in developing its social and relationship capital through community development projects and collaborations with state governments. 

Governance Focus:

ESG Framework:

Greenko has a defined ESG framework with material factors for each pillar (Environment, Social, Governance), according to their website. 

Transparency & Accountability:

Greenko emphasizes transparency and accountability in its governance structure, with defined roles and responsibilities for the Board and committees, according to their website. 

Board Oversight:

They have a clear separation of roles between the Board Chair and CEO, ensuring the Board acts in the company's long-term interests, according to their website. 

Empowered Teams:

Greenko focuses on creating empowered teams with autonomy, accountability, and authority, enabling them to achieve business goals, according to their website.