Mumbai : UPL, a global provider of sustainable agricultural solutions, has achieved the highest ESG score among agricultural solutions companies in the 2025 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) powered by S&P Global. UPL is the only agricultural solutions company included in the DJSI World Index.

UPL achieved an ESG Score of 77 (out of 100) in the 2025 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA), significantly outperforming the Chemical sector average of 32. This recognition reflects UPL’s strong performance across environmental, social, and governance dimensions, reinforcing its leadership in sustainable practices.

Speaking on the achievement, Mr. Jai Shroff, Chairman and Group CEO of UPL Group, said, “At UPL, we believe that agriculture lies at the heart of global sustainability efforts, and we are immensely proud to be 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 not only met but significantly exceeded our Environmental Footprint Reduction targets. Globally, we have achieved remarkable progress – reducing carbon emissions by 38%, cutting water usage by 49%, and lowering waste generation by 52% compared to our FY 2020 baseline. These results reflect our unwavering focus on driving meaningful impact and setting new benchmarks for sustainability in the industry.”

The DJSI is a globally renowned benchmark for evaluating companies’ Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance. The 2025 assessment included participation from over 13,000 companies worldwide, representing 99% of global market capitalization.

UPL’s score places it among the top global performers, underscoring its commitment to best-in-class sustainability practices that create long-term value for investors and stakeholders.