A Purpose Beyond Profits

Committed to Sustainable Progress

GMR Group’s ESG programs are rooted in building national assets, uplifting communities, and protecting the planet for future generations.

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Sustainability Overview

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Sustainability At GAL

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Sustainability At GPUIL

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Power For A Growing Nation, With Responsibility

We believe infrastructure has the power to transform economies and enable national growth. Across power, highways, and urban infrastructure, GPUIL is driving the energy transition, advancing smart infrastructure, and delivering long-term value.

Building Sustainability into Every Project

GPUIL integrates ESG principles from the ground up through robust, ISO-certified systems across environment, energy, and water management. From zero liquid discharge units to smart metering initiatives, these measures conserve resources, improve efficiency, and strengthen resilience—setting new benchmarks in sustainable infrastructure.

Prioritising Safety, Quality, and Reliability

Safety and quality are central to how GPUIL operates. The Warora and Kamalanga plants have received the British Safety Council Sword of Honour and 5-Star Safety Awards for zero-harm culture. Supported by strong digital integration and industry best practices, GPUIL continues to safeguard its people and assets.

Advancing Energy Security and Transition

GPUIL continues to operate its power plants to support national energy security while advancing the energy transition through initiatives such as smart energy meters under the Energy 2.0 strategy. These efforts reflect a balanced approach to energy access, efficiency, and conservation.

Impacting Communities through GMRVF

In line with our Chairman’s belief, for GPUIL, progress is meaningful only when it is shared with its stakeholders. In FY2024-25,we positively impacted ~ 70,000 people, with over 95% from vulnerable communities across education, healthcare, skills, and livelihoods. We created sustainable impact, enabling communities to thrive alongside our business.

Governance Rooted in Integrity

Integrity underpins how GPUIL operates across its businesses and culture. Dedicated teams for Ethics and Integrity, Risk Management, and continuous Board oversight ensure that integrity remains central to decision-making across strategy, ESG, capital allocation, business operations, and long-term growth.

Shaping a Sustainable Tomorrow

GPUIL is focused on scaling energy supply while advancing digital optimisation and sustainability. Guided by India’s Green Energy vision and global sustainability goals, we are working towards a future that is reliable, innovative, and environmentally responsible.

Factsheet: Key Highlights of ESG Performance at GPUIL

Certified Environmental & Energy Management Systems (ISO 14001, ISO 5001, ISO 14064, ISO 46001) for all major operations

environment

Energy efficiency & resource optimization leading to reduced resource intensity across energy, water and waste

environment

100% fly ash utilization across power plants

environment

₹80.82 MN

directed towards CSR programmes

social

~70000 people

benefiting from CSR initiatives across communities with 95% being from vulnerable communites

social

3,200 person-hours

were contributed by GPUIL employees in community initiatives

social

60%

of procurement spend (by value) covered under ESG training for suppliers

governance

100%

of employees covered under Code of Business Conduct & Ethics (COBCE) annual sign-off

governance

GPUIL: UN SDG Themes Aligned

No Poverty

No Poverty

CSR initiatives include livelihood development programmes implemented through GMR Varalakshmi Foundation.

Zero Hunger

Zero Hunger

Nutrition centers for pregnant & lactating women.

Anganwadi support and early childhood nutrition programs.

Support for small-scale farmers with modern agricultural practices.

Good Health & Well-being

Good Health & Well-being

Implementation of ISO 45001-aligned occupational health and safety management systems.

Recognition through National Safety Council awards and British Safety Council certifications.

Workforce health and safety identified as a key material topic.

Quality Education

Quality Education

235 training programmes conducted covering 935 employees.

3,014 training man-days recorded during the year.

CSR initiatives implemented in the area of education through GMR Varalakshmi Foundation.

Gender Equality

Gender Equality

CSR initiatives include women empowerment programmes through GMR Varalakshmi Foundation.

Clean Water & Sanitation

Clean Water & Sanitation

Water stewardship practices implemented with ISO 46001 alignment across assets.

Water and wastewater management identified as a material sustainability topic.

Affordable & Clean Energy

Affordable & Clean Energy

Energy 2.0 strategy focused on building a future-ready energy platform integrating digital technologies and smart infrastructure.

Expansion into renewable energy generation, EV charging networks, and power distribution models.

Smart metering deployment to improve energy accounting, demand management, and operational transparency.

Decent Work & Economic Growth

Decent Work & Economic Growth

Employee training and development initiatives including digital capability-building through the SPARK programme.

Talent attraction, retention, and employee development identified as material topics.

Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure

Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure

Development of resilient infrastructure across power generation, smart energy solutions, and urban infrastructure.

Integration of digital technologies under the Energy 2.0 strategy to enhance operational efficiency.

Reduced Inequalities

Reduced Inequalities

Special focus on marginalized groups (tribal communities, persons with disabilities, women-headed households), Inclusive vocational training and livelihood support.