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Infosys Unveils Enhanced ESG Vision for 2030

In a strategic move toward sustainable business practices, Infosys, a global leader in digital services and consulting, has announced an ambitious update to its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Vision for the year 2030. This announcement builds on the foundation laid in 2020, now positioning the company to take even bolder steps addressing climate change, water management, and community welfare.

CEO Salil Parekh emphasized the importance of this new roadmap, stating that Infosys is committed to pioneering responsible business leadership in a world that is rapidly changing. He articulated that the revised ESG goals not only drive corporate responsibility but also align with the company’s core mission of amplifying human potential across various communities.

Key Achievements of Infosys

Over the past years, Infosys has made significant strides in enhancing its contribution toward sustainability and social impact:

• - Achieved carbon neutrality for six consecutive years as of FY25.
• - Expanded water holding capacity by 4.3 billion liters through rejuvenation projects in India during FY24 and FY25.
• - Impacted over 125 million lives through various Tech for Good initiatives focused on healthcare, education, and governance.
• - Reached 13.3 million individuals with digital skilling programs aimed at creating employability.
• - Acknowledged by Ethisphere as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for five years running, highlighting its commitment to ethical governance and practices.
• - Became the first India-based company to receive Binding Corporate Rules (BCR) approval from EU data protection authorities, solidifying its commitment to data privacy.

Updated ESG Goals

With its sights set on the future, Infosys has laid out an ambitious set of goals, including:

1. Climate Positivity by 2030: The company aims to not only become carbon neutral by 2029 but also to exceed its carbon footprint mitigation efforts, converting more carbon from the atmosphere than it emits.
2. Digital Skills for Millions: Infosys plans to extend its digital training initiatives, reaching over 18 million individuals, including employees and global communities, while creating over 500,000 employment opportunities.
3. Community Empowerment: The company seeks to bolster communities through its Tech for Good initiatives, focusing on sustainable transformations, job creation, and social responsibility projects that include healthcare and empowerment programs for women.
4. Inclusive Governance: Infosys is committed to maintaining an empowered and diverse Board that reflects the interests of all its stakeholders.
5. Data Privacy Leadership: The organization will continue to adopt and shape groundbreaking data privacy standards relevant to its operations, aiming to lead the industry in information security practices.

Infosys has published its latest ESG Report, which details these initiatives and the company’s broader commitment to becoming a well-governed and environmentally sustainable organization.

About Infosys

Founded to help global enterprises navigate their digital transformations, Infosys employs over 300,000 professionals and offers services across more than 56 countries. Its commitment lies in amplifying human potential and facilitating next-generation opportunities for diverse stakeholders. For more information about Infosys and its initiatives, visit www.infosys.com.