Adani Ports Secures Leadership ESG Rating from CareEdge

Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited secured an ESG score of 84.3 from CareEdge ESG Ratings during an annual surveillance review on June 27, 2026. The score represents a Leadership position and marks a 3.3-point increase from the company's previous rating of 81.

CareEdge based the upgrade on disclosures within the company's FY26 Integrated Annual Report. The agency cited improvements in environmental performance, specifically regarding waste and emission reductions and the adoption of renewable energy. The rating also reflected better social outcomes in diversity and safety training, alongside a robust governance framework and Board-level oversight.

While the rating is expected to facilitate better access to international partnerships and sustainable finance, the company's shares closed more than 1 percent lower at Rs 1,795 on the National Stock Exchange on Friday.