UPL, a global player in sustainable agricultural solutions, achieved the highest ESG score among all agricultural solutions companies in the 2025 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) powered by S&P Global. Notably, UPL is the only company from its sector in the DJSI World Index. This reinforces its strong sustainability leadership.
A Strong ESG Performance Backed by Global Benchmarks
In the 2025 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), UPL earned an impressive ESG score of 77 out of 100, far surpassing the Chemical sector average of 32. This exceptional performance highlights UPL’s commitment to advancing environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and strong governance practices across its global operations.
Commitment to Reimagining Sustainability
Jai Shroff, Chairman and Group CEO of UPL Group, said, “At UPL, we believe agriculture lies at the heart of global sustainability efforts. We are immensely proud to be the top sustainable company globally in our sector. This recognition reaffirms our commitment to ‘Reimagining Sustainability’ by demonstrating how agriculture can be a force for good—empowering farmers, enhancing food security, fostering sustainable development, and creating a brighter future for all.”
Dr. Mritunjay Chaubey, Chief Sustainability Officer of UPL Group, added, “In FY25, we exceeded our Environmental Footprint Reduction targets. Globally, we reduced carbon emissions by 38%, water usage by 49%, and waste generation by 52% compared to FY2020 levels. These results reflect our unwavering focus on creating meaningful impact and setting new industry benchmarks for sustainability.”
DJSI: Recognizing the World’s Top Sustainability Performers
The Dow Jones Sustainability Indices serve as one of the world’s most trusted benchmarks for evaluating corporate ESG performance. This year, more than 13,000 companies participated in the assessment, representing 99% of global market capitalization.
Reinforcing Long-Term Sustainability Leadership
As per the press release, UPL’s top-tier ESG score places the company among the world’s leading sustainability performers. It underscores UPL’s ongoing commitment to delivering best-in-class sustainability practices that create long-term value for investors, stakeholders, and global communities.
