HCLTech Named Among World's Most Sustainable Companies by TIME Magazine for Second Consecutive Year
HCLTech has been named to TIME's World's Most Sustainable Companies 2026 list for the second year. It ranks among the top five global professional services firms and is the highest-ranked India-headquartered company in its category. The company achieved water replenishment 51 times its consumption and met its 2030 net-zero emissions target early.
While a recognition for sustainability is positive, it does not have an immediate direct financial impact on the company's operations or stock price. However, it enhances brand reputation and stakeholder trust.
The company received a prestigious recognition from TIME magazine for its sustainability efforts, highlighting significant achievements in water management and emissions reduction, which are positive indicators for the company's environmental and social responsibility.
HCL Technologies Limited (HCLTech) has been recognized in TIME's World's Most Sustainable Companies 2026 list, marking its second consecutive year on the prestigious ranking. The company is highlighted among the top five global professional services firms and is the highest-ranked India-headquartered company within its category.
The ranking, compiled by TIME in collaboration with Statista, evaluated over 5,800 global companies based on more than 20 sustainability indicators, including commitments, ratings, reporting, transparency, and environmental and social stewardship.
This recognition underscores HCLTech's dedication to aligning its operations with the UN Global Compact and Sustainable Development Goals. In Fiscal Year 2026, the company achieved significant milestones in water management by replenishing 51 times the amount of water consumed and maintained zero waste-to-landfill platinum certification across all its facilities. Furthermore, HCLTech accelerated its net-zero transition, achieving its 2030 Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)-validated emissions target four years ahead of schedule.
Vipul Arora, Global Head of Sustainability at HCLTech, stated, "Being recognized by TIME for a second consecutive year reflects the progress we are making in embedding sustainability deeper into the core of our business and advancing our net-zero ambition for 2040." He added, "Our focus remains on scaling impact through innovation, partnerships and responsible practices that enable long-term value for our clients, communities and the broader ecosystem."
HCLTech, with over 223,000 employees across 60 countries, offers industry-leading capabilities in AI, digital, engineering, and cloud. Its consolidated revenues for the 12 months ending June 2026 totaled $14.8 billion.
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