What is Infosys’ 2030 ESG Vision for a Green Future?

Infosys has unveiled a refreshed Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Vision 2030, renewing its commitment to responsible business leadership with bolder and more ambitious goals. 

First established in 2020, the ESG roadmap has guided Infosys in aligning its operations with long-term sustainability, inclusion and governance objectives. 

Now, amid growing global complexity, technological transformation and environmental urgency, Infosys is evolving from carbon neutrality to a climate-positive ambition, while extending its focus across digital skilling, community development and corporate governance.

Infosys’ previous ESG goals and achievements

Under its 2020 ESG Vision, Infosys has stated its commitment to achieving carbon neutrality by 2020, this has been achieved and maintained for six consecutive years by FY25.

A key vision in the 2020 vision is the company’s water stewardship through rainwater harvesting, lake rejuvenation and 100% wastewater recycling

Infosys emphasised its digital skilling outreach that impacted 13.3 million people.

The company is keen on DEI, holding inclusive workplaces with 39% women in the workforce and strong support for employees with disabilities and the LGBTQIA+ community.

Infosys has also received approval from EU data protection authorities, highlighting robust data governance.

Its data governance is currently earning recognition as the first India-headquartered firm to receive Binding Corporate Rules (BCR) certification from EU regulators.

The company also boasts ethical leadership, being named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere for five consecutive years.

These goals were operationalised across green buildings, renewable energy infrastructure, employee engagement and strategic partnerships with academia and non-profits.

“At Infosys, our ESG 2030 roadmap isn't just a commitment, it is our blueprint for pioneering responsible business leadership in a rapidly changing world,” says Salil Parekh, Chief Executive Officer, Infosys.

“Through being sustainable, socially responsible and exemplary in governance.”

What has changed in the refreshed ESG vision?

Infosys has significantly raised its ambitions in the 2025 update, setting a bold sustainability and social impact agenda. 

By 2030, the company aims to become climate positive, going beyond net zero by reducing emissions across Scope 1, 2 and 3 while enhancing carbon sequestration.

It plans to cut absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 90% and reduce Scope 3 emissions by 40%. 

Infosys also commits to maintaining carbon neutrality until 2029, continuing its longstanding track record.

On the social front, the company will expand digital skills to more than 18 million people and create more than 500,000 job opportunities. 

Environmental goals include achieving zero landfill waste, sustaining 100% wastewater recycling and introducing initiatives for net positive water use.

Infosys will continue to empower communities through Tech for Good, corporate social responsibility programmes and employee volunteering focused on healthcare and women’s empowerment. 

"As we’ve made progress on our ESG aspirations, our vision for the future has grown bolder too," comments Salil. 

"This is reflected in the updates that we have made to the Infosys ESG Vision 2030. What remains unchanged is our continued commitment to be a well-governed organisation living its purpose to amplify human potential and create the next opportunity for people, businesses and communities."

The company also seeks to increase female representation in its workforce to 45%, while promoting inclusion across ability, race and identity.

Finally, Infosys pledges to lead in data privacy and cybersecurity by shaping global standards in privacy assurance and digital risk management.

Sustainable progress to date

Infosys has achieved significant environmental milestones, including 29.7 million sq ft of green-certified buildings, 60 MW of installed solar photovoltaic capacity and 77.7% renewable electricity usage across its Indian operations. 

The company has also led lake rejuvenation projects that have increased water holding capacity by 4.3 billion litres.

On the social front, the Infosys Springboard initiative has reached more than 11.75 million learners. 

The Infosys Foundation has made impactful interventions in STEM education, maternal health and promoting digital equity.

Infosys continues to demonstrate governance leadership, being one of the first organisations globally to publish sustainability reports aligned with Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards. 

It upholds strong board diversity, ethical oversight and ensures its ESG disclosures are independently verified by third parties.

Infosys’ refreshed ESG vision positions the company to not only meet stakeholder expectations but also shape future standards in sustainability and digital trust. 

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