Persistent Ranked Among India's Most Sustainable Companies, Securing 3rd Overall Position
Persistent Systems ranked 3rd overall and 2nd in IT services in BW Businessworld's India's Most Sustainable Companies 2024-25. The company achieved an S&P CSA score of 86 and a CDP score of A. This recognition underscores Persistent's integrated ESG approach across operations and client delivery.
While the recognition enhances brand reputation and stakeholder trust, it does not immediately translate into direct financial gains or operational changes. However, it positively influences investor perception and long-term business strategy.
The announcement highlights a significant positive recognition for the company's sustainability efforts, underscoring its strong ESG performance and leadership in the IT sector.
Persistent Systems Limited has been recognized by BW Businessworld Group's India's Most Sustainable Companies (IMSC) 2024-25, achieving the 3rd overall rank and the 2nd position in the Information Technology and Digital Services sector. This accolade, part of the BW Sustainable World Awards 2026, highlights the company's integrated approach to sustainability, embedding Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) considerations into its operations, capital allocation, and client delivery.
The recognition is based on a multi-layered review process evaluating ESG disclosures, governance practices, SDG alignment, and demonstrated impact. Persistent's commitment to sustainability is further evidenced by its inclusion in key global indices and its consistent high scores from ESG rating agencies. Notably, the company achieved an S&P CSA score of 86, an SES score of 81.7, a CDP score of A, and a leadership score of 79 in the NSE ESG assessment. Persistent has also achieved carbon neutrality and is a signatory to the UN Global Compact.
Chitra Byregowda, Senior Vice President and Global Head of Sustainability and ESG at Persistent, stated, "We are honored to be recognized by BW Businessworld among India’s Most Sustainable Companies. This acknowledgment highlights the progress we are making in translating our sustainability priorities into measurable outcomes across climate action, governance and social impact." The company emphasizes that ESG considerations shape decision-making and value creation, strengthening enterprise trust and ensuring resilient, responsible growth.
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