Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental Sustainability
• Social Development
• Ethical Business Practices

Climate Goals & Targets

Supply Chain Management

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Companies Act, 2013 (Section 135), Companies (Corporate Social Responsibility Policy) Rules, 2014

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Clean Energy
• Environmental Stewardship
• Social Responsibility
• Economic Growth
• Climate Change Mitigation
• Community Development
• Employee Well-being
• Governance
• Sustainable Development

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced GHG emission intensity in 2022-23 (1.66 MTCO2e per million units) compared to 2021-22 (2.02 MTCO2e per million units)
• Maintained environmental flow at dam sites
• Implemented wastewater treatment at several power stations
• Compensatory afforestation for forest land diverted for project construction
• Voluntary afforestation and biodiversity conservation initiatives (Herbal Parks, Orchidarium, Butterfly Park)
• Restoration of muck dumping sites and quarry sites

Social Achievements

• Implemented CSR initiatives benefiting over 65 lakh people across 20 states/UTs
• Contributed INR 30 crore to PM CARES Fund
• Rehabilitation and Resettlement schemes for Project Affected Families (PAFs)
• Provided employment and work contracts to PAFs
• Conducted medical camps and provided healthcare access in remote areas
• Supported education and skill development programs
• Implemented women empowerment programs
• Promoted sports and cultural activities

Governance Achievements

• Implemented a robust risk management framework
• Established a Committee of Directors on CSR & Sustainability
• Developed and implemented policies on Code of Business Conduct and Ethics, Whistle-blower Policy, and Stakeholder Engagement Policy
• Achieved 98.7% resolution of public grievances
• Maintained a zero-tolerance policy for corruption and unethical practices
• Implemented an effective grievance redressal mechanism

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Risks associated with climate change (e.g., extreme weather events)
• Managing risks associated with large-scale hydropower projects
• Balancing economic development with environmental conservation
• Ensuring stakeholder engagement and satisfaction

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented an effective risk management framework
• Developed and implemented environmental safeguard measures
• Engaged with stakeholders through various platforms
• Implemented CSR initiatives to address community concerns
• Developed and implemented policies to address ethical and governance issues

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Sustainable Procurement Policy
• Supplier Code of Conduct
• International Competitive Bidding (ICB) system
• Preference to Make in India
• Support for MSEs and Start-Ups

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather events

Opportunities

• Development of green hydrogen technology

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards 2021, BRSR Reporting Framework, UN Sustainable Development Goals

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, GRIHA (Neer Shakti Sadan)

Awards & Recognition

• Best Globally Competitive Power Company of India - Hydropower and Renewable Energy Sector at the 15th Enertia Awards 2022
• Second Best Enterprise for Mini-Ratna Category by SCOPE at WIPS 33rd National Meet
• Gold Medal for Best Presented Annual Report (2020-21) at Kathmandu
• AEOHD Occupational Health Excellence Award – Public Sector