UPL, a global leader in sustainable agri-solutions, has earned the highest ESG rating worldwide within its industry in the 2025 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI), assessed by S&P Global. UPL is also the only company from the agricultural solutions space to feature in the DJSI World Index this year.
In the 2025 S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, UPL received an ESG score of 77 out of 100—far surpassing the Chemical sector’s average score of 32. This accomplishment reflects the company’s strong performance across environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance systems, reaffirming its position as a sustainability frontrunner.
Commenting on the milestone, Jai Shroff, Chairman and Group CEO of UPL Group, said that agriculture is central to solving global sustainability challenges and expressed pride in being recognized as the most sustainable company in the sector worldwide. He noted that the acknowledgment strengthens UPL’s mission of “Reimagining Sustainability,” demonstrating the positive role agriculture can play in empowering farmers, securing food systems, and supporting inclusive development.
Chief Sustainability Officer Dr Mritunjay Chaubey highlighted the company’s strong progress toward its Environmental Footprint Reduction roadmap. He shared that by FY25, UPL had surpassed its targets dramatically—cutting carbon emissions by 38%, reducing water consumption by 49%, and lowering waste generation by 52% compared to its FY2020 baseline. He described these achievements as evidence of UPL’s dedication to creating measurable impact and raising sustainability standards across the industry.
The DJSI is one of the most respected global benchmarks for assessing corporate ESG performance. The 2025 review covered more than 13,000 companies worldwide, representing 99 percent of global market capitalization. UPL’s ranking positions it among the strongest performers across all sectors, underscoring its commitment to long-term value creation for investors, partners, and the communities it serves.
UPL Ltd is a leading global provider of sustainable agricultural products and solutions, supporting the entire agrifood value chain. With a presence in over 140 countries and annual revenues surpassing $5 billion, UPL ranks among the world’s largest and most influential agriculture companies.
The company operates through four focused business platforms: UPL Corporation Ltd (UPL Corp), UPL Sustainable Agri Solutions Ltd. (UPL SAS), Advanta Enterprises Ltd, and Superform Chemistries Ltd. (formerly UPL Speciality Chemicals Ltd.). Each platform plays a strategic role in delivering value-driven, science-backed solutions for growers across the globe. Together, these entities reflect UPL’s mission of “Reimagining Sustainability”—driving innovation, resilience, and sustainable growth in agriculture while addressing global food security and environmental challenges.
