• Hexaware advances its ESG strategy with a net-zero emissions target for 2040.
  • The company sources 83% of electricity from renewables and reports zero compliance incidents.
  • Women make up 34.3% of the workforce, while CSR programs reached over 129k beneficiaries.
  • Hexaware earned an EcoVadis gold medal and a spot in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026.

Message From the CEO

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“As we grow, it is more important than ever that we consider our impact on our employees, customers, and the communities in which we operate. That is why Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) programs continue to be our focus.”

R Srikrishna

CEO & Executive Director

ESG Vision and Approach: Highlights from CY25

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Environmental

Our ESG strategy drives our goal of net zero emissions by 2040 through clean energy, sustainable infrastructure, and smart resource management—the cornerstones of our sustainability operations.

83%

Electricity from renewable sources—part of our climate risk management commitment

9,196.86 MTCO₂e

Total Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions in 2025

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Social

From digital skilling to inclusive hiring and community action, our people-first approach reinforces social responsibility and enables ESG best practices across our global footprint.

34.3%

Women in a global, diverse workforce—driving equity and inclusion across the business

86%

Employees trained in digital and new technology skills

129,455

CSR beneficiaries reached through community programs in 2025

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Governance

Strong corporate governance, driven by integrity, transparency, and accountability is at the core of how we lead, operate, and grow—anchored in rigorous ESG management and aligned to emerging ESG regulations.

Zero

Incidents of regulatory non-compliance reported

100%

Critical suppliers screened against ESG criteria

ESG Goals and Targets

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Environmental Goals

  • Achieve net‑zero emissions for Scope 1 & 2 by 2040, with an interim goal of cutting emissions by 42% by 2030 from a 2023 baseline
  • Reduce Scope 3 emissions per employee by 97% by 2040 compared to 2023 levels, with a short‑term target of a 51.6% reduction per employee by 2030
  • Transition to 85% of campus electricity usage to renewable sources by 2030
  • Progressively apply carbon offsets for residual emissions beginning in 2035
  • Maintain ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 certifications and strengthen environmental management practices
  • YoY reduction in energy intensity (kWh/emp) by 2%
  • Maintain all our campuses free of single-use plastic
  • Achieve water neutrality by 2030 for owned operations
  • Maintain zero waste to landfill at owned facilities
  • Achieve Zero Liquid Discharge at three owned campuses (Chennai, Pune, Nagpur) by 2027
Making an Impact ESG Practices-Social Goals

Social Goals

  • Increase the share of women employees to 40% by 2030
  • Achieve 32% women representation in STEM‑related roles by 2030
  • Achieve 35% women representation in revenue‑generating roles by 2030
  • Maintain zero confirmed human rights violations across operations
  • Achieve 100% employee coverage globally for awareness / training on human rights annually
  • Ensure zero accidents / incidents related to fire, health and safety in our workplace
  • Positively impact 200,000 beneficiaries through structured community development initiatives by 2030
  • Support 25,000+ students in STEM by 2030
  • Enable 90% of employees globally with digital and emerging technology skills through structured learning and upskilling initiatives by 2030
Making an Impact ESG Practices-Governance Goals

Governance Goals

  • Ensure 100% employee coverage globally for cybersecurity awareness and training annually
  • Strive to achieve zero cases of data breaches every year
  • Achieve 90th percentile performance in customer satisfaction metrics (NPS, EX‑Score)
  • Achieve 100% employee coverage globally for awareness / training on the code of conduct annually
  • Integrate climate‑related risks into enterprise risk management and business strategy
  • Maintain ISO 45001 certification and strengthen occupational health and safety management systems
  • Maintain strong ESG ratings across leading global sustainability rating agencies
  • Maintain 100% of critical suppliers to be screened on ESG criteria
  • Scale AI, automation, and digital‑led solutions for clients

Awards and Recognition

Silver Medal from EcoVadis

Ranked in the top 15% of companies worldwide, Hexaware wins the Silver Medal for sustainability excellence from EcoVadis. 

S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026

Hexaware earns a place in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, ranking among the top 10% of IT services firms for its strong, consistently executed ESG performance.

Climate Targets Validated by SBTi

Our net-zero and near-term climate targets are officially validated by SBTi, driving bold action toward a greener future.

Environmental Disclosure Rated by CDP

Hexaware received a “B” management score from CDP for “Climate Change” and “Water.”

ESG Champions of India 2025

For the second year in a row, Dun & Bradstreet names Hexaware among India’s Top 1000 ESG Champions, recognizing our commitment to responsible growth.

Sustainable Organization of the Year 2025

Hexaware wins top honors at the Net Zero Summit for decisive climate action and sustainability leadership two years in a row.

CSRHub

Hexaware earns an ESG score of 98/100 from CSRHUB, placing it in the 80–100 High Performance tier among 46,478 evaluated entities and ahead of peers in the IT and Network Services industry.

NSE Sustainability Ratings

Hexaware received an ESG score of 76/100 from NSE Sustainability Ratings, earning a “Leader” classification that places the company among the top 10% of organizations assessed for ESG performance.

Best Organisations for Women 2025 (ETNow)

For the third year in a row, Hexaware is celebrated for pioneering DEI initiatives and advancing gender equity at work.

Insights

Our Sustainability Reports

Hexaware has been publishing its sustainability report since 2018 and communicating the progress to UNGC since 2014. The latest reports are available to download here.

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Our Sustainability and Governance Policies

Quality and Security Certifications

Certification / Assessment Details
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management System
ISO 20000-1:2018 Service Management System
ISO 27001:2022 Information Security Management System
ISO 22301:2019 Business Continuity Management System
ISO 37001:2016 Anti-bribery Management System
ISO 14001:2015 Environment Management System
ISO 50001:2018 Energy Management System
ISO 45001:2018 Health and Safety Management System
SOC1 Type II System and Organization Controls by AICPA
SOC 2 Type II System and Organization Controls by AICPA (SSAE 18 standard)

Information Security and Governance

At Hexaware, security is embedded in every system and process. Information and assets are safeguarded through globally recognized standards like ISO, GDPR, HIPAA, and PCI DSS. Robust controls, proactive risk management, and resilient continuity frameworks ensure compliance, reliability, and trust across all operations.

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