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ReNew Energy Global Achieves Highest Ever Score in S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment

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ReNew Energy Global Plc, India's leading provider of decarbonization solutions, has achieved a score of 83 in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, the highest ever for an India-based energy company. This recognition places ReNew among the top 10% of energy companies worldwide, ranking it in the 93rd percentile globally. The assessment evaluates environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance, covering areas such as climate strategy, workforce development, corporate governance, ethics, cybersecurity, and transparency.

Key Takeaways:

  • ReNew achieved a score of 83 in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, the highest ever for an India-based energy company.
  • The company ranks among the top 10% of energy companies worldwide, placing it in the 93rd percentile globally.
  • ReNew demonstrated a ~14% improvement in ESG performance over the last year and a 102% increase since its FY22 debut.
  • The company made significant improvements in Social (~27%) and Governance (~23%) pillars, alongside a 6% increase in the Environment category.
  • ReNew has generated over 22 billion kWh of clean energy, avoiding more than 18.6 million tonnes of carbon emissions in FY25.
  • The company achieved an 18.2% reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions from its FY22 baseline, exceeding its annual target.
  • ReNew maintained carbon neutrality for the fifth consecutive year, sourcing 76% of its electricity from renewables.
  • The company made strides in water stewardship, saving over 540 million litres, a 50% increase from last year.
  • ReNew progressed toward its goal of becoming water-positive by 2030.
  • The company reached a 16% gender diversity rate, with women holding 40% of board positions, 12% of STEM roles, and 17% of management positions.
  • ReNew's social impact initiatives have positively touched over 1.7 million lives.

Statistics:

  • Score: 83
  • Improvement over last year: ~14%
  • Increase since FY22 debut: 102%
  • Clean energy generated in FY25: over 22 billion kWh
  • Carbon emissions avoided in FY25: more than 18.6 million tonnes
  • Reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions: 18.2% (from FY22 baseline)
  • Renewables sourced: 76% (as of FY25)
  • Water saved in FY25: over 540 million litres (a 50% increase from last year)
  • Diversity rate: 16% (gender diversity)
  • Board positions held by women: 40%
  • STEM roles held by women: 12%
  • Management positions held by women: 17%

Sources:

  • ReNew Energy Global Plc (NASDAQ: RNW)
  • S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment
  • BusinessWire: "ReNew Energy Global Plc Achieves Highest Ever Score in S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment" (October 28, 2025)

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