A Case Study Analysis Of The Environmental Sustainability Performance Of Infosys - A Reputed Firm In India

Abstract

Environment, Social, and Governance goals are becoming table stakes in the business environment(Kim & Oh, 2019) . This paper presents a comprehensive case study analysis of the sustainability performance of Infosys, a renowned firm operating in India. Infosys is a global IT services company with major operations across India. It also has announced a bold ESG vision for the year 2030.  This research’s primary interest is in the environmental (E) aspect of ESG, it analysed the past five years of data from annual reports, integrated sustainability reports, and news articles, to understand the various trends, relationships, and patterns. The paper goes on to analyse the company's practices and strategies in energy consumption, waste management, and water usage was analysed in detail to construct a comprehensive evaluation of the company's sustainability practices. From the analysis of the results, it certainly concludes that the strategies and practices employed by Infosys for managing sustainability have been effective. These results and analysis commensurate with the overall ESG vision and demonstrate successful integration of strategy in the business operations. The findings contribute to the growing body of literature on corporate sustainability and offer valuable implications for practitioners, policymakers, and stakeholders interested in fostering sustainable business practices in India and beyond.