Wipro has been acclaimed by Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) for its approach to the disclosure of climate change information. With a Score of 95 on 100, Wipro has become the only company from India featured in CDP’s “Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index” for 2012 and one of seven IT companies from across the world to find a place in the listing.
Anurag Behar, Chief Sustainability Officer, Wipro, said, “We are pleased to be included in the global CDLI, a reflection of the strong foundation that we have established over the years on and around our energy and carbon footprint. Climate Change is as much a social issue as it is an ecological one, more so for a country like India with its unique set of challenges. Our climate change program is multi-dimensional, addressing Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy, Travel and Employee Commuting. Our commitment to carbon reduction is part of our larger engagement on sustainability issues - it is long term by design and is integral to both, our vision of corporate citizenship and to our business strategy.”
Paul Simpson, CEO, CDP, said, “Companies that make the Carbon Disclosure Leadership Index have demonstrated strong internal data management practices for the measurement of greenhouse gas emissions and energy use. They are also giving clear consideration to the business issues related to climate change and their exposure to climate-related risks and opportunities. This is vital to realising greater efficiencies, protecting the business from risk and capitalizing on opportunities.”
