Climate Change Data

Indegene Limited

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022-04 to 2023-03, 2023-04 to 2024-03)

Reporting Period: 2022-04 to 2023-03

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:32,627.85 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:367.66 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:294.56 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:31965.63 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:67% (India), 55% (Global)
Total Energy Consumption:4659 GJ/year
Water Consumption:7909.90 KL/year (India offices)
Waste Generated:30.16 tonnes/year (India offices)
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Sustainable Supply Chain
  • Business Ethics and Compliance
  • Data Privacy and Security
  • Employee Well-being

Environmental Achievements

  • 67% of total electricity consumption is through renewable sources in Indian offices; 55% globally.
  • Reduced energy consumption by 671380.50 Kwh
  • 38% recycled water use in Bangalore office.

Social Achievements

  • Consistently recognized as one of the 100 Best Companies for Women in India for 6 years.
  • 73% employee satisfaction score.
  • CSR initiatives impacting over 1000 lives annually through partnerships (Bangalore Kidney Foundation, Olympic Gold Quest).

Governance Achievements

  • Zero corruption-related incidents.
  • 10% of MSME vendors screened on ESG parameters.
  • Implementation of robust Anti-Sexual Harassment Policy and Whistleblower policy.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Commit to near-term SBTi emission targets.

Environmental Challenges

  • Limited operational authority concerning electricity utilization throughout the value chain.
  • Availability limitations in leveraging renewable alternatives.
  • Scope 3 emissions constitute almost 98% of overall emissions.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Transition to LED lighting systems.
  • Purchase and use of energy-efficient equipment.
  • Use of renewable energy through wheeling and PPAs.
  • Implementation of Early Warning System (EWS) to reduce employee turnover.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 2% of new suppliers audited on ESG aspects

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct (SCoC)
  • ESG diligence during supplier onboarding
  • Third-Party Risk Management (TRPM) tool

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Universal Standards of 2021, SASB standards for IT services, UN Global Compact (UNGC), Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP)

Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 27001, ISO 27701, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 1: No Poverty
  • Goal 2: Zero Hunger
  • Goal 4: Quality Education
  • Goal 5: Gender Equality
  • Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
  • Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
  • Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
  • Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
  • Goal 13: Climate Action

CSR initiatives and various programs contribute to these goals.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • Best CSR Impact award at the 6th Edition CSR Awards (2022)
  • Gold award for Digital Health Project and silver award for Covid-19 Software Solutions at the 2nd IHW Digital Health Awards 2022
  • Great Place to Work recognition since 2021
  • 100 Best Companies for Women in India award

Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:19,341.18 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:128.96 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:359.33 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:18,852.89 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:57% of total energy use
Total Energy Consumption:1,394,512.66 kWh/year
Water Consumption:4,345.93 KL/year
Waste Generated:9.89 tons/year

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
  • Governance
  • Data Privacy and Security
  • Sustainable Supply Chain
  • Community Engagement
  • Employee Well-being

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 26% compared to the baseline.
  • Reduced absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 33% compared to the baseline.
  • 67% of electricity for India operations comes from renewable sources.
  • 48% of water used in offices is recycled.
  • 98% of waste generated is recycled.

Social Achievements

  • 43% women in the workforce.
  • Launched iamPower leadership development program for women.
  • Zero cases of fatalities & work-related ill health.
  • Zero reports related to whistleblower procedure.
  • Employee engagement score of 76%.

Governance Achievements

  • Established a robust Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework.
  • Zero corruption and bribery cases reported.
  • Zero reports related to whistleblower procedure.
  • 100% of critical suppliers assessed on ESG aspects.

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce absolute Scope 1 and Scope 2 GHG emissions by 33.6% by FY2028 from a FY2023 base year.
  • Reduce absolute Scope 3 GHG emissions by 20.0% by FY2028 from a FY2023 base year.

Environmental Challenges

  • Extreme weather events.
  • Cyber insecurity.
  • Global climate/emission-related guidelines and regulations.
  • Human capital management.
  • Algorithmic bias in AI technologies.
  • Data breaches from unauthorized access to patient data.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Adopting SBTi goals to reduce carbon footprint.
  • Implementing strong cybersecurity measures and employee training.
  • Integrating ESG into business strategy.
  • Investing in employee development and well-being programs.
  • Establishing oversight protocols for generative AI and ensuring ethical data processing.
  • Following cybersecurity standards and implementing robust data protection measures.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 100% of critical suppliers assessed on ESG aspects

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct
  • ESG Diligence
  • Capacity Building Initiatives
  • Supplier Diversity Program

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme Weather Events
Transition Risks
  • Global climate/emission-related guidelines and regulations
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and services

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, SASB guidelines, UNGC principles, UN SDGs, SBTi

Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001, ISO 27701

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 1: No Poverty
  • Goal 2: Zero Hunger
  • Goal 4: Quality Education
  • Goal 5: Gender Equality
  • Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
  • Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
  • Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
  • Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
  • Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
  • Goal 13: Climate Action

Indegene's initiatives contribute to these goals through various CSR programs, employee well-being initiatives, sustainable practices, and commitment to ethical conduct.

Awards & Recognition

  • Great Place to Work certification
  • Best Workplaces in Professional Services 2023
  • Best 100 Companies for Women in India
  • Top 50 Companies with Great Managers
  • Top 50 in Health and Wellness
  • Leader in Longstanding Wellness Program award
  • Bronze medal in EcoVadis sustainability rating
  • Arogya World Healthy Workplace Platinum Award