HCLTech announces $1 million Climate Action Grant in Americas for biodiversity and sustainability
HCLTech announced its third $1 million Climate Action Grant in the Americas for biodiversity and sustainability. Applications close January 24, 2026; winners announced June 5, 2026.
While not directly impacting immediate financial results, the grant enhances HCLTech's brand reputation, stakeholder relations, and commitment to ESG, which can have long-term positive implications for the company's standing.
The announcement highlights HCLTech's continued commitment to environmental sustainability and corporate social responsibility through significant financial grants, which is a positive for its brand image and social impact.
* HCLTech announced the third edition of its Climate Action Grant in the Americas program, committing $1 million (₹8.33 crore) to three non-profits. * This grant aims to support innovation in restoring biodiversity and driving sustainability across 10 countries, including Argentina, Brazil, Canada, Colombia, Costa Rica, Guatemala, Mexico, Panama, Peru, and the U.S. * The program, launched in 2023, has a total commitment of $5 million (₹41.67 crore) in grants over five years to combat the climate crisis. * In its first two editions, the program has already awarded $2 million (₹16.67 crore) to six non-profits, supporting initiatives that have empowered over 1,400 young people and educators, restored 88 acres of longleaf pine forest with more than 50,000 trees, and inspired over 1,000 students. * The application portal for the third edition opened on October 24, 2025. * The application period will close on January 24, 2026. * The three winners of this edition will be announced on World Environment Day, June 5, 2026. * HCLTech has been recognized for its sustainability efforts, including a 'Gold' rating for advanced sustainability performance by EcoVadis, inclusion in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2024, and a 98% 'Platinum' rating for owned buildings by the Green Building Councils.
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