HCLTech (NSE: HCLTECH; BSE: HCLTECH) has been named among TIME magazine’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2026, securing the recognition for the second consecutive year. The company ranked among the top five global professional services companies and was the highest-ranked India-headquartered company in the category.
The ranking, compiled by TIME in partnership with Statista, evaluated more than 5,800 companies globally across more than 20 sustainability indicators. The assessment covered areas including sustainability commitments and ratings, reporting and transparency, and environmental and social performance.
The recognition comes as HCLTech continues to strengthen its sustainability initiatives and integrate environmental and social priorities into its business operations. The company aligns its sustainability strategy with the United Nations Global Compact principles and Sustainable Development Goals.
During FY26, HCLTech reported significant progress in its environmental programmes. The company replenished 51 times more water than it consumed, marking a major step in its water stewardship efforts. It also retained zero waste-to-landfill platinum certification across all its owned facilities.
HCLTech has also accelerated its climate targets. The company achieved its 2030 Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)-validated emissions reduction target four years ahead of schedule, supporting its longer-term ambition of achieving net-zero emissions by 2040.
“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,” said Vipul Arora, Global Head of Sustainability, HCLTech. “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,” he added.
HCLTech said its sustainability strategy will continue to focus on reducing environmental impact, improving resource efficiency and building responsible business practices across its global operations. The company is also working with clients and partners to support technology-led solutions that contribute to more sustainable business outcomes.
HCLTech is a global technology company with more than 223,000 employees across 60 countries. Its portfolio spans artificial intelligence, digital, engineering, cloud and software, with solutions serving industries including financial services, manufacturing, life sciences and healthcare, technology and services, semiconductors, telecom and media, retail and consumer packaged goods, mobility and public services.
