PowerGrid Sustainability Profile
PowerGrid Corporation of India Limited, commonly known as PowerGrid, is a leading player in the Indian power sector, headquartered in Gurugram, Haryana. Established in 1989, the company has significantly contributed to the development of the country's transmission infrastructure, operating across various regions including Northern, Eastern, and Western India. As a state-owned enterprise, PowerGrid focuses on the transmission of electricity and the development of a robust grid network. Its core services include high-voltage transmission, telecom services, and consultancy, distinguished by its commitment to reliability and efficiency. PowerGrid has achieved notable milestones, such as being the first Indian company to implement a nationwide synchronous grid. With a strong market position, PowerGrid is recognised for its innovative solutions and has received accolades for its operational excellence, making it a cornerstone of India's energy landscape.
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Industry Average
Mean score of companies in the Electricity Transmission industry. Comparing a company's score to the industry average can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
Industry Benchmark
PowerGrid's score of 19 is lower than 65% of the industry. This can give you a sense of how well the company is doing compared to its peers.
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PowerGrid's reported carbon emissions
In 2025, PowerGrid reported significant carbon emissions, with Scope 1 emissions totalling approximately 49,785,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions reaching about 267,643,000 kg CO2e. This brings their total emissions for the year to around 317,428,000 kg CO2e. In 2024, the company recorded Scope 1 emissions of about 73,497,000 kg CO2e and Scope 2 emissions of approximately 270,872,000 kg CO2e, resulting in total emissions of around 344,369,000 kg CO2e. PowerGrid has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions data, indicating a focus on direct and indirect emissions from their operations. The company has not set specific reduction targets or initiatives under the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) or other climate pledges, suggesting a need for further commitment in this area. The emissions intensity for 2024 was reported at 650 kg CO2e per MVA, reflecting the company's operational efficiency in relation to its emissions. PowerGrid's emissions data is not cascaded from any parent organisation, indicating that the figures are independently reported. Overall, while PowerGrid has made strides in tracking its emissions, the absence of reduction targets highlights an opportunity for enhanced climate action and commitment to sustainability in the future.
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| 2020 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 93,727,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 00,000,000 |
| Scope 2 | - | - | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 | 000,000,000 |
| Scope 3 | - | - | - | - | - |
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PowerGrid's Climate Goals (2030 & 2050)
Climate goals typically focus on 2030 interim targets and 2050 net-zero commitments, aligned with global frameworks like the Paris Agreement and Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to ensure alignment with global climate goals.
PowerGrid has not publicly committed to specific 2030 or 2050 climate goals through the major frameworks we track. Companies often set interim 2030 targets and long-term 2050 net-zero goals to demonstrate measurable progress toward decarbonization.
