Bangalore, February 24, 2026: Paradeep Phosphates Ltd (PPL) has been selected as a Sustainability Yearbook Member in the S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook 2026, following its performance in the 2025 Corporate Sustainability Assessment (CSA).
The company scored 76 out of 100, placing it among the top 15% in the global chemical sector and within the top 2 percentile of companies evaluated in the sector. PPL is the only fertilizer company from India to be included in the 2026 edition of the Yearbook.
The S&P Global Sustainability Yearbook recognises companies demonstrating strong Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance within their industries. For the 2026 edition, over 9,200 companies were assessed, with 848 companies across 59 industries selected for inclusion.
Suresh Krishnan, Managing Director and CEO, Paradeep Phosphates Ltd., said, “This recognition reflects our long-term vision of building a responsible and future-ready enterprise. As a leading player in the phosphatic fertilizer industry, we see sustainability as integral to India’s agricultural progress and national development. By embedding ESG principles into our core strategy, we are focused on creating long term value for farmers, stakeholders, and the nation while advancing towards a more resilient future.”
Rajeev Nambiar, President & Chief Operating Officer, Paradeep Phosphate Ltd., said, “At PPL, sustainability is embedded across our value chain – from strengthening governance frameworks and improving operational efficiencies to driving responsible sourcing and manufacturing excellence. We are translating our ESG commitments into measurable outcomes. This recognition reflects our strong commitment towards exceeding global ESG standards, while further strengthening our position as a sustainability leader in India’s chemical sector. Innovation, thoughtful decision-making, and a continuous focus on improvement remain central to our journey ahead. Paradeep Phosphates’ mission is rooted in its unwavering commitment to India’s farmers”.
The company stated that it continues to focus on supply chain engagement, operational efficiency and environmental management as part of its broader sustainability framework.
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