Adani Enterprises Limited (AEL), the flagship entity of the Adani Group, has earned the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for ESG Excellence 2025, recognising its strong commitment to environmental, social and governance (ESG) practices. The honour was presented at the Annual London Global Convention organised by the Institute of Directors (IOD).
AEL Recognised for Strong ESG Leadership
This year marked AEL’s first participation in the awards, and the company emerged as the sole winner in the Diversified Sector category. More than 400 companies were evaluated, highlighting the significance of this achievement.
The award was presented by Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister N. Chandrababu Naidu, who attended the event as the chief guest. Vivek Panda, Chief Sustainability Officer at AEL, accepted the award on behalf of the company.
Adani Group’s Commitment to Sustainable Growth
Dr. Arun Kumar Sharma, Group Head of Sustainability and Climate Change at the Adani Group, expressed pride in the recognition. He stated:
“Receiving the Golden Peacock Award for ESG Excellence reinforces our dedication to integrating sustainability into every layer of our organisation. ESG remains a core strategic pillar for long-term value creation and responsible growth.”
AEL’s Progress in ESG Performance
Over the years, Adani Enterprises has consistently strengthened its ESG framework across its diversified business portfolio. The company has achieved key milestones in areas such as clean energy, responsible resource management, and community development.
AEL’s sustainability initiatives have also received positive ratings from global ESG evaluators, adding to its reputation as a responsible and forward-looking organisation.
Why This Award Matters
The Golden Peacock Award is one of the most respected global recognitions for corporate excellence. Winning this award reinforces AEL’s industry leadership and highlights its continuous efforts to align business growth with global sustainability standards.