Mumbai: Indian pharmaceutical major Lupin has earned a place in TIME and Statista’s World’s Most Sustainable Companies 2026 rankings, marking its first appearance on the prestigious global list and reinforcing its commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) excellence.
The company secured the 318th position among 750 of the world’s most sustainable companies, selected from a pool of more than 5,000 leading global organisations. Lupin is also one of only 16 Indian companies featured in this year’s rankings, highlighting India’s growing influence in the global sustainability landscape.
Global Recognition for ESG Excellence
The annual ranking, compiled by TIME in partnership with global market research firm Statista, evaluates companies across a broad range of sustainability indicators, including:
- Environmental performance
- Corporate governance
- Transparency
- Social responsibility
- Long-term ESG commitments
- Sustainable business practices
The recognition reflects Lupin’s continued efforts to integrate sustainability into its business strategy while balancing growth with responsible corporate governance.
Sustainability at the Core of Business Strategy
Commenting on the achievement, Ramesh Swaminathan, Executive Director, Global Chief Financial Officer, Head of IT, and API Plus Strategic Business Unit at Lupin, said:
“The recognition reflects the company’s consistent efforts to integrate sustainability into every aspect of its business. ESG principles remain central to Lupin’s long-term growth strategy and corporate purpose.”
He added that the company will continue accelerating its sustainability agenda by:
- Expanding renewable energy adoption
- Advancing climate transition initiatives
- Strengthening corporate governance
- Enhancing transparency
- Embedding ESG principles across global operations
These initiatives are designed to create long-term value for patients, employees, investors, communities, and other stakeholders.
Strong ESG Credentials
Lupin’s latest recognition builds upon a series of notable ESG achievements.
The company has received the highest ‘A’ Leadership Rating from the Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) in both Climate Change and Water Security, demonstrating its commitment to managing environmental risks and improving resource efficiency.
Additionally, Lupin achieved an impressive 91 score in the S&P Global Corporate Sustainability Assessment, reflecting strong performance across environmental, social, and governance parameters.
Driving Sustainable Healthcare
Beyond environmental performance, Lupin has continued integrating sustainability into its manufacturing operations, supply chain, and corporate decision-making processes.
The company has focused on reducing its environmental footprint while promoting responsible governance and delivering positive social impact through healthcare initiatives and community engagement programmes.
As sustainability becomes an increasingly important consideration for investors, regulators, healthcare providers, and consumers, pharmaceutical companies are placing greater emphasis on climate resilience, operational transparency, and responsible business practices.
India’s Growing Presence in Global Sustainability Rankings
Lupin’s inclusion among the world’s most sustainable companies reflects the broader progress of Indian businesses in adopting internationally recognised ESG standards.
Global sustainability rankings such as the TIME–Statista World’s Most Sustainable Companies list have become important benchmarks for organisations demonstrating measurable progress in environmental stewardship, governance, and social responsibility.
For the pharmaceutical industry, the recognition highlights the increasing importance of aligning healthcare innovation with climate action, ethical governance, and sustainable value creation.
With continued investments in renewable energy, climate resilience, and transparent governance, Lupin is positioning itself among the global leaders driving the future of sustainable healthcare.
