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INFOSYS ESG VISION 2030
The Infosys ESG Vision 2030, refreshed in 2025, articulates Infosys’ continuing
ESG journey in view of the changing priorities of our stakeholders. It
reinforces the Company’s ESG commitments and ambitions. We will continue
to publish the progress we make through our annual ESG publications.
What’s inside
Leadership speak Nandan M. Nilekani, Chairman, and Salil Parekh, CEO & MD, 02
articulate the changing expectations and Infosys’ continued
commitment to build a sustainable world
2020: Infosys is carbon neutral Infosys remains carbon neutral for the sixth consecutive 04
year in 2025
ESG journey so far Infosys has always been a leader in measuring and reporting our 06
ESG performance. Here, we look at the defining moments in our
ESG journey
Arriving at our core Data-driven insights and engagement with our stakeholders have 08
ESG priorities shaped our materiality matrix
Infosys ESG roadmap Bold and impactful ESG vision and ambitions crafted through 10
a comprehensive analysis of enablers and constraints
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Leadership speak Leadership speak
Today’s world presents us a picture of unprecedented While we’ve already supported 13.3 million people Building on our strong progress over the years, we are maintained this standard for six consecutive years. We
complexity and change. Geopolitical tensions, through digital skilling initiatives, we now commit to updating our ESG vision for 2030. have reached 13.3 million people through digital skilling
economic volatility, technological disruption, and extend digital skills to more than 18 million people, initiatives in the past five years. Infosys is among the
On the environmental front, we are evolving from
climate challenges have created an environment including employees, clients’ workforce, students, first few organizations globally to have our framework
carbon neutrality on emissions to being climate positive.
where traditional business approaches are being teachers, and communities. We will also enable certified with accreditation to the ISO 27701 privacy
fundamentally tested. These pressures on companies employment opportunities for 500,000+ people. Our social mission continues to center on developing information management standard. This demonstrates
remind us of a time-tested truth about organizational human potential. We are focused on supporting digital our ability to effectively manage and comply with data
Infosys has been recognized as one of the World’s
resilience; businesses with adaptable, purpose-driven talent, in learning and skilling, and also for livelihoods. privacy regulations and contractual requirements.
Most Ethical Companies, fifth year in a row in FY25,
operating models are pulling away from their industry We are continuing our work to foster inclusive All of this reflects the bold vision that has guided our
by Ethisphere. We will continue to be benchmarked
peers, while those unprepared to respond with agility to workplaces where diverse perspectives thrive. company for over four decades.
for world-class corporate governance. We are fully
both crises and opportunities are falling behind.
committed to building responsible supply chains, Our governance approach remains unchanged. It is with As we look toward 2030 and beyond, Infosys will
The biggest learning from navigating this uncertainty is ensuring robust integrity practices beyond compliance, transparent and responsible stewardship that we aim continue to be guided by our purpose to amplify
that as organizations sense and respond to disruption while earning and keeping the trust of our stakeholders to serve our stakeholders. We are further strengthening human potential and create the next opportunity for
to business, they need to also respond with agility to under the oversight of an empowered, diverse and our framework around corporate accountability, data people, businesses, and communities. Our ESG vision
the environmental, social and governance ecosystems inclusive Board. privacy protection, and information management, as AI will be about being guided by this purpose to align our
that the business operates in. That’s why, we think the becomes more central. Our focus remains on building performance and create lasting positive impact.
Infosys has been committed to be a values-driven
moment now is opportune to share an update to the lasting trust and sustainable value.
company since inception. The last few decades have
Infosys ESG Vision 2030. We have readily renewed our
seen tremendous changes in technology and business Our journey toward sustainable resilience is rooted in
commitment to set our sights higher and farther when
it comes to factoring ESG into everything we do – an
models. Our dedication to remaining steadfast in demonstrated success. We achieved carbon neutrality in Salil Parekh
our values even as our business strategy has evolved 2020, several years ahead of global objectives, and have Chief Executive Officer and Managing Director
approach that has only grown more critical as global
is unswerving. Under the leadership of CEO Salil
uncertainties intensify.
Parekh, his leadership team and my fellow Infoscions,
Even as we take pride in sharing that Infosys is carbon we continue to amplify human potential and create
neutral across all emissions for the sixth consecutive the next opportunity for people, businesses, and
year in FY25, we seek to become climate positive in communities.
2030. We will implement initiatives across Scope 1, 2 and
3 to reduce our carbon footprint and sequester more Nandan M. Nilekani
carbon from the atmosphere than our emissions. Co-founder and Chairman
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2020: Infosys is carbon neutral 2025: Infosys remains carbon neutral for the sixth consecutive year
We are advancing our climate journey by enhancing energy efficiency and investing in renewable energy
Infosys achieved carbon neutrality in fiscal 2020, 30 years ahead of the timeline set by the Paris Agreement. In 2019, solutions. To further our impact, we offset emissions through community-based sustainability projects. The three
Infosys received the prestigious United Nations Global Climate Action Award in the Climate Neutral Now category. pillars of our climate action are:
Highlights
3,900+ 2,72,000+
jobs created rural families continue to benefit
11 OF 17 SDGS
favorably impacted
The Infosys Crescent building in Bengaluru was recognized by India’s G20 Presidency
as one of the 100 Iconic Sustainable Buildings across G20 countries.
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Our ESG journey so far
Climate change Green buildings Renewable energy Top employer Data privacy Governance
Carbon neutral across Infosys Crescent building 77.7% of electricity sourced from Recognized as the Global Top First India-headquartered Rated AA on MSCI
all emissions for the receives G20 recognition renewables for India operations Employer 2025 for the fifth company to receive Binding
sixth consecutive year in for being one of 100 Iconic consecutive year by the Top Corporate Rules (BCR)
First Indian company
fiscal 2025 Sustainable Buildings across Employers Institute certification from the EU data
to join RE100, back in 2015
G20 countries protection authorities
Among the first few
organizations globally to have
our framework certified with
accreditation to the
ISO 27701 privacy information
management standard
Water Climate advocacy Lake rejuvenation Ethical company Local talent Information management
40 lakes / ponds Launched ASSURE, an initiative 4.3 billion litres capacity Recognized as one of 156 nationalities We have 4,500+ cybersecurity
with a holding capacity of with Indian Institute for increased through 11 lake the World’s Most Ethical in our workforce in fiscal 2025; professionals and eight cyber
430 million liters for rainwater Human Settlements (IIHS) to rejuvenation projects Companies, fifth year in 94% of our hiring is local defense centers across India,
harvesting, along with 409 demonstrate 100 million [Link]. of a row in fiscal 2025, by the US and Europe to provide
injection wells to recharge lighthouse projects, to accelerate Ethisphere actionable threat intelligence
rainwater across our India decarbonization of Indian and insights.
campuses building sector
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Our ESG priorities Double materiality assessment materiality assessment was conducted in accordance
with the requirements of European Sustainability
This year, we undertook a Double Materiality
Reporting Standards (ESRS) 1 and the implementation
assessment in advance of our reporting commitment
guidance provided by EFRAG (EFRAG IG 1). This helped
to the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive
us identify where the most significant ESG Impacts,
(CSRD). We leveraged our GRI-based material topics
Risks, and Opportunities (IROs) occur in our operations,
to identify material sustainability-related matters
both upstream and downstream in the value chain.
using the double materiality framework. The double
Our approach
We adopted a research-backed consultative approach grounded in analytics. Material ESG matters were seeded and
ranked based on criteria defined for ‘impact materiality’ – the positive and negative ESG-related impacts connected to
the business, and ‘financial materiality’ – the ESG-related financial risks and opportunities.
Finalize
Identify Determine
Value Determine material
impacts, Stakeholder impact and
chain ESG matters and
risks and engagement financial
identification matters reporting
opportunities materiality
obligations
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5. Determine impact and financial materiality 6. Finalize material matters and reporting Double materiality matrix
obligations
We used an average scoring approach, and assessed the
The materiality matrix below visualizes the outcomes of the double materiality assessment. Each topic is positioned
impacts based on their scale, scope, irremediability (in The preliminary results of IRO scores were aggregated,
based on its relative significance from both materiality perspectives – impact and financial. It serves as a foundation
the case of negative impacts) and likelihood; and risks deliberated and validated at workshops with ESG
for our ESG strategy, disclosure priorities, and ongoing stakeholder engagement.
and opportunities on their magnitude and likelihood. ambition leaders at Infosys and by the ESG Council.
The likelihood was calculated only for material impacts, The workshops were conducted to include a top-down
risks and opportunities. The scores were supplemented perspective and prevent subjective bias. Material Amplifying
by qualitative rationales. IROs were mapped to the existing GRI disclosures and communities Employee Corporate governance
applicable ESRS data points. wellness and
The procedure to determine the financial materiality Nurturing experience
was fundamentally aligned with Infosys’ ERM framework. workplace
inclusivity
Climate change
Outcomes
The double materiality assessment principally endorsed our previously identified ESG priorities.
Impact materiality
With the increasing integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI) across the value chain and emerging
AI regulations, we incorporated impacts, risks and opportunities arising due to AI as part of Enabling digital Information
the assessment. For e.g., evolving frameworks and regulations for AI leading to compliance talent at scale management
challenges, and leveraging generative AI advancements in climate solutions, etc.
Waste
During this assessment, we recognized a substantial overlap between two previously distinct
priority topics – Tech for Good and Energizing Local Communities. Since both are interlinked in
terms of underlying drivers and relevance to Infosys, we made the strategic decision to merge
these into a single theme – Amplifying Communities.
Financial materiality
Medium High Very high
We completed our double materiality assessment guided by the recommendations of the European Financial
Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG), marking a key milestone in the advancement of our readiness towards
compliance with the impending Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).
We will continue to monitor the directive and revisit our double materiality assessment to ensure it reflects evolving
regulatory requirements as well as changes to our business.
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Infosys ESG roadmap
Vision and ambitions 2030
Shape and share solutions that serve the development of businesses and communities
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ENVIRONMENT
Serve the preservation of our planet by
shaping and sharing technology solutions
Adopt, invent, and spread smarter ways to mitigate greenhouse gas
emissions, reduce energy consumption, and manage water and waste.
To make our planet stronger by consistently embracing clean tech
in our own operations and client solutions, thereby minimizing the
impact on nature.
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ENVIRONMENT
Climate change
Climate change is one of the most pressing and pervasive challenges of our time. At Carbon neutral G20 recognition, Initiated
1st Indian company 30 years ahead of one of 100 Iconic Launched ASSURE, large-scale
Infosys, we recognize that climate change is not just an environmental challenge – it is a to join the global RE the Paris Agreement Sustainable a multi-stakeholder agroforestry
fundamental issue that affects economies, communities, and the way we live and work. 100 campaign commitment Buildings globally platform, with IIHS projects
2015 2020 2023 2024 2025
As climate-related threats intensify, from extreme weather disrupting operations to the
growing global push for mandatory emissions disclosures, the external environment
is evolving rapidly. Infosys is well-prepared for this shift, because we anticipated it.
More than a decade ago, we committed to be a part of the solution, deeply embedding 2011 2019 2021 2023 2025
sustainability into our operations, infrastructure, and the services we deliver to our clients. Committed to ‘UN Global Hosted the first Launch of the Launched
becoming carbon Climate Action’ Solar Decathlon book, Pioneering BioConserve
neutral by 2020 Award Design Contest Net Zero Buildings – Summit
Actions The Infosys Journey
Climate-positive impact Since 2021, Infosys has proudly supported Solar Achievements
Decathlon India (SDI). Hosted at our Mysuru campus,
As our business grows across regions, we remain
committed to responsible expansion. We acknowledge
the event gives students the opportunity to collaborate
with industry experts to co-create net-zero building
CDP leadership 4.3 bn liters
that growth can lead to increased emissions, greater We have been global leaders in corporate climate increase in water holding capacity through 11
solutions. By backing SDI, Infosys is championing
resource consumption, and environmental impact. action, recognized by CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project) lake rejuvenation projects across India over fiscal
grassroots innovation and helping nurture the next
To counter this, we have embedded sustainability in for nine years in a row 2024 and fiscal 2025
generation of climate-conscious professionals.
our operations. Our actions go beyond regulatory
compliance, from intelligent design and clean energy
adoption to carbon offsets and biodiversity restoration.
Climate change solutions
G20 iconic building 29.7 mn [Link]. green building space
Leveraging the latest advancements in technology, we The Infosys Crescent building in Bengaluru was certified with the highest level of green-building
Along with reducing harm, our ambition is to create
offer tailored consulting and comprehensive solutions recognized by India’s G20 Presidency as one of the 100 certification (LEED Platinum/GRIHA 5-star)
climate-positive outcomes by restoring more than we
to help our clients understand and mitigate their Iconic Sustainable Buildings across G20 countries, and
consume and nurturing ecosystems and communities.
environmental impact. Stay abreast of developments one of just 10 in India
In fiscal 2025, we achieved carbon neutrality for the sixth
through our annual ESG publications.
consecutive year, reinforcing our vision of regenerative
growth. Building responsible supply chains 2,72,000+ families
continue to benefit from carbon offset projects across
Energy-efficient buildings While our internal decarbonization efforts remain
rural India, fulfilling the twin objectives of climate action
essential, we recognize that addressing the scale of
All new developments on our campuses are designed and creating a positive impact on rural communities
climate change demands systemic intervention. Our
to meet the highest standards of green building
focus extends to decarbonizing our value chain and
certification, with 29.7 million [Link]. of certified office
enabling clients through sustainability-led solutions that
space already operational. From design to daily
drive broader environmental impact.
operations, we follow a lifecycle approach to emissions,
maximizing efficiency at every stage. Infosys continually Biodiversity AMBITIONS 2030 Infosys will become climate positive in 2030, and will:
adopts advanced technologies that lower environmental
In collaboration with Infosys, the IIHS convened the
impact while enhancing operational performance.
BioConserve Summit 2025 to address the accelerating Implement initiatives across Scope Reduce absolute Scope
Our new campuses now feature cooling systems that
global biodiversity loss driven by urbanization. The 1, 2, and 3 to reduce own carbon 1 and 2 GHG emissions
use zero or low global warming potential refrigerants,
summit brought together stakeholders from academic footprint and sequester more by 90%
which is a significant step towards in climate-conscious
and research institutions, ecological restoration experts, carbon from the atmosphere than
infrastructure.
representatives of successful and emerging biodiversity- our emissions, thereby going
Reduce absolute Scope 3
Advancing advocacy focused campuses to strengthen urban sustainability beyond net zero.
GHG emissions, across all
initiatives and shape conservation strategies to protect Continue to be carbon neutral every
We recognize that global leadership brings with it the applicable categories, by 40%
and promote India’s biodiversity. year until 2030.
responsibility to drive advocacy and amplify impact.
Infosys launched ASSURE (Accelerating Sustainable Agroforestry
Engage clients on
Super-Efficient Real Estate), a multi-stakeholder platform
We are undertaking large-scale agroforestry projects, Baseline year: 2020 climate actions through
in partnership with the Indian Institute for Human
which are poised to generate substantial social and our solutions
Settlements (IIHS). This initiative aims to demonstrate
environmental positive impacts across the regions
100 million [Link]. lighthouse projects in India by 2030.
we serve.
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ENVIRONMENT
Water Waste
Globally, 2 billion people (26% of the population) do not have safe drinking water and 3.6 According to World Bank estimates, an average of 0.79 kilograms of waste is generated
billion (46%) lack access to safely managed sanitation, according to a report published per person per day worldwide. Though they only account for 16% of the world’s
by UNESCO. Between 2 and 3 billion people experience water shortages for at least one population, high-income countries generate about 34%, or 683 million tonnes of the
month every year, posing severe risks to livelihoods. The global urban population facing world’s waste. Global waste is expected to grow to 3.88 billion tonnes by 2050, more
water scarcity is projected to double from 930 million in 2016 to 1.7-2.4 billion people than double the population growth over the same period. (2) While waste prevention and
in 2050. The growing incidence of extreme and prolonged droughts is also stressing management measures can help limit net annual costs, projections show that there
ecosystems, with dire consequences for both plant and animal species.(1) is a need for the adoption of a circular economy model, where waste generation and
economic growth are decoupled by adopting waste avoidance, sustainable business
Actions practices including scientific waste management.
Alignment with climate-positive goals Improving access to water for communities
Water is rapidly emerging as one of the most pressing We actively collaborate with communities in the areas Actions
sustainability challenges, influencing the global of our operations to improve water availability. Our
Our approach to waste management is rooted in Leveraging technology
discourse on climate resilience, biodiversity, and human efforts include spring and lake rejuvenation, gravity-
the principles of circularity, aimed at minimizing
well-being. Many of our campuses are situated in fed water supply systems, and year-round irrigation Automated biogas plants across our campuses convert
environmental impact and transforming waste
regions already experiencing water stress. Recognizing support for farmers. We remain committed to food and garden waste into usable energy. The resultant
into valuable resources. Through a combination of
this early, Infosys acknowledged that its responsibility advancing water stewardship and continue to invest biogas replaces LPG in our food courts. We continue
technology, behavioral change and robust governance,
must go beyond operational efficiency. In line with our in initiatives that provide long-term water security for to advance the adoption of technologies for scientific
we are working toward a zero-waste-to-landfill goal.
climate-positive goals, we are committed to reducing local communities. waste segregation and treatment.
our water footprint and improving water availability in 5R strategy to strengthen circularity
Nurturing ecosystems
the communities we serve. Through these efforts, we
We address the issue of waste management with
aim to sequester more water than we consume each Achievements a structured 5R strategy – Refuse, Reduce, Reuse,
We use a vendor evaluation framework to engage
year, advancing long-term water sustainability. authorized waste management partners who align
Repurpose, and Recycle – designed to integrate
• 100% wastewater recycled in our campuses with our sustainability goals. Periodic third-party
Resource conservation circularity across the lifecycle of our operations. This
audits and continuous performance monitoring ensure
• 40 lakes across our campuses with a capacity to strategy guides responsible waste management and
By embedding the principles of conservation and accountability and improvement.
store 430 million liters of water enables effective resource recovery. Our climate-
reuse into every aspect of our operations, we aim to
positive approach extends the life of materials, reduces
minimize water consumption and reduce dependence • 409 deep injection wells to recharge rainwater
dependence on virgin resources, and enhances
on freshwater sources. Our strategy is grounded in
continuous improvement, operational excellence,
with a combined capacity of over 20 million climate resilience. We remain steadfast in our efforts to Achievements
liters per day reduce, reuse, recycle, and ensure responsible e-waste
and long-term resilience. All Infosys buildings follow • 100% of organic waste is treated and used
disposal. For materials that cannot be refurbished, we
a low-water design approach. Embracing water • 4.3 billion liters capacity increased through 11 within our campuses
partner with authorized recycling vendors to ensure
circularity allows us to develop closed-loop systems that lake rejuvenation projects safe and compliant disposal. Our approach aligns with • 98% waste diverted from landfill in fiscal 2025
emphasize reuse and recycling across operations. Our
• Our Bengaluru campus is certified water positive the circular economy principles and reinforces our
initiatives will focus on water-stressed regions, with the • TRUE Waste certification for three campuses
by CII based on NITI Aayog’s water neutrality commitment to sustainable, closed-loop systems.
goal of improving water access for communities most in India
vulnerable to scarcity. guidelines.
(1) Source: UNESCO press release, March 22, 2023 (2) World Bank Group, Solid Waste Management, February 11, 2022
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Serve the development of people by shaping a
future with meaningful opportunities for all
SOCIAL “We believe in removing obstacles and working towards creating
opportunities for everyone to have a better future. Our reward is
the happiness we see on the faces of people.”
We provide solutions and enable those we hire, those we work with, and
those around us to not only live better, but also participate in progress for all.
Technology is our way of doing good around us.
Developing the strengths of will also set standards to inspire innovation and
opportunity for all. Through Infosys Foundation,
people and society Infosys Foundation USA, and Corporate Social
Responsibility (CSR) efforts across regions
Over the past four decades, Infosys has been
including EMEA and APAC, we continue to work
empowering diverse talent to solve some of
for the community through projects in education,
the world’s most pressing problems. We are
skilling, livelihood training, healthcare, women
focused on equipping and strengthening
empowerment, rural development, destitute care,
people, within our workforce, clients,
and art and culture.
students, and communities, with the digital
capabilities that are the need of the hour.
Building a culture of inclusivity
McKinsey’s latest analysis indicates that
demand for highly-skilled workers will rise, Diversity and inclusion are important for market
particularly in healthcare and STEM-related access, better economic results, and most
professions. Automation, supported by importantly, to meet society’s expectations. We
generative AI tools, is also likely to play a will continue to focus on making Infosys a model
greater role. Gen AI and other technologies workplace for diverse talent and inclusivity, and
have the potential to automate work activities share our learnings and frameworks with others.
that currently take up to 70% of employees’
time.(3) The average person entering the
workforce in 2030 will reboot their skills eight
to 10 times throughout their working life.
We will leverage technology for good for
Infosys is committed to creating frameworks
core societal needs and to create far-
that strengthen and upgrade people’s reaching impacts in healthcare, education
capabilities to match the evolving needs of
the economy and society. Our frameworks
and governance.
will not only help more people directly, but
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SOCIAL
Enabling digital talent at scale
Digital is unequivocally the new way forward and almost everyone will have to 11.75 million
Set up 14 innovation reached through Established
adapt to a new way of living and working in the not-too-distant digital future. hubs and design our digital skilling Launched AI innovation
A wave of new technologies and solutions is helping amplify human potential, studios globally initiatives SightConnect labs
2021 2024 2025 2025
reinvent the workplace, and enable performance beyond previous capabilities.
As a technology service provider, we are committed to developing talent from
within, reskilling our employees along with our clients’ workforce. Our reskilling
and upskilling efforts over the last four decades have helped us build a thriving 2019 2022 2024 2025
workforce and be instrumental in creating a better world. Launched Infosys Launched Aarohan Winner, UN Women’s Global Top
Springboard Social Innovation WEP India Award, Employer in 22
Awards Gender-Inclusive countries for best
Actions Workplace HR practices
Infosys’ vision to enable digital talent at scale is rooted
Enabling digital skilling in the community
in the understanding that we are now in the age of
Artificial Intelligence (AI), a transformative era where Infosys is committed to democratizing digital
the convergence of data, automation, and cognitive education through Infosys Springboard, our flagship
technologies is reshaping how we live and work. In digital learning platform. Springboard provides free Achievements
this evolving landscape, digital literacy is no longer a access to high-quality online learning to students,
differentiator but a foundational requirement. educators, and communities across India. With
innovations like Lab on Wheels and the Springboard
13.3 mn people extended digital skilling,
Skilling and reskilling the workforce
Makers Lab, Infosys delivers hands-on learning including employees, clients’ workforce, students,
Infosys empowers its workforce through a dynamic, experiences to remote areas, overcoming barriers of teachers and communities
AI-driven learning ecosystem that fosters continuous geography and connectivity. For areas with limited
upskilling. Our in-house learning platform, Lex, offers
personalized learning paths, virtual assistants and
connectivity, our Springboard Raspberry Pi solution
enables offline access to content, allowing students
6.99 lakh+ lifetime learners
gamified experiences to make learning both effective to upload progress once reconnected. These on LEX, our internal learning platform
and engaging. We have deepened academic and community-centric programs are advancing digital
industry partnerships and conducted workshops with inclusion while nurturing a broader, future-ready
hyperscalers such as AWS, Azure, and GCP to provide talent pool for the digital economy.
hands-on experience in cloud and generative AI
Springboard is more than a learning platform, it
technologies. Additionally, we’ve broadened digital
is a launchpad for opportunity. Through career
content access – offering all employees subscriptions to
guidance, internships, and initiatives such as Her
the Financial Times, Wall Street Journal, and Nikkei Asia
through the Lex platform.
Journey to Success, the platform prepares learners
for meaningful careers, with a strong emphasis
AMBITION 2030
Learning solutions for our clients on empowering girls to shape their futures with Extend digital skills to more than 18 million people, including employees,
confidence. By integrating technologies such as AI, clients’ workforce, students, teachers, and communities, and enable
Through Infosys Wingspan, we extend our digital skilling
virtual reality, and augmented reality, Springboard employment opportunities for 500,000+ people
expertise to our clients. This cloud- and mobile-first
offers an engaging and personalized learning
platform supports enterprise workforce transformation
experience.
with a learner-centric approach that facilitates goal
setting, skill development in virtual labs, assessments, Strategic partnerships with government agencies,
and personalized content. Wingspan empowers universities, NGOs, and industry leaders amplify
organizations to drive continuous learning and our reach, while our steadfast commitment to
upskilling at scale. communities ensures that no one is left behind.
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Nurturing workplace inclusivity
Respecting each other is a fundamental tenet of the Infosys Code of Conduct
and Ethics and permeates our inclusion efforts. It ensures an equal opportunity
workplace that is free of discrimination or harassment. Celebrating diversity and
fostering inclusion helps build a balanced and inspired workforce.
Actions Achievements
Strong governance
• 39% women in the workforce • 1,095 employees have voluntarily declared
Our inclusion goals are embedded in the corporate software and solutions. To deepen empathy and disabilities as on March 31, 2025
• Infosys won the 2024 UN Women’s WEP India
scorecard and cascade into leadership and managerial understanding, we established the Infosys Accessibility
Award in the Gender-inclusive Workplace category • 9 active Employee Resource Groups
objectives, ensuring accountability at every level. Lab, a unique learning space where employees can
Globally established Inclusion Councils, spanning experience digital accessibility challenges through • Infosys recognized as India's Best Workplaces™ • Certified as a Disability Confident Recruiter by the
geographies, business units, and locations, form a simulated interactions and real-world scenarios. To for Women 2024 : Top 50 (Large) for the fourth Australian Network on Disability (AND) for 5 years
strong matrix of collaboration and ownership. These support continuous learning, we launched a dedicated consecutive year in a row.
councils, comprising leaders from across the business Accessibility Learning Channel on our internal
• Infosys recognized as the Champion of Inclusion in
and enabling functions, address strategic inclusion learning platform, Lex, offering over 60 resources and
the Most Inclusive Companies Index 2024 by Avtar
priorities while remaining responsive to local diversity three certifications, arranging from foundational to
and Seramount for the fifth year
needs. Regular reviews reinforce the impact and agility advanced levels.
of our efforts.
Signatory to the UN Free & Equal Campaign
Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)
As a proud signatory to the UN Free & Equal campaign,
We believe inclusion must go beyond policies and Infosys reaffirms its commitment to fostering a
leadership commitment to daily workplace interactions. workplace where members of the LGBTQIA+ community
To strengthen these micro-ecosystems, our nine ERGs are visible, respected, and empowered to thrive.
play a critical role in fostering a sense of belonging and
engagement across the organization.
Being an employer of choice for women Our global memberships
Empowering women is a cornerstone of our Infosys is signatory to: AMBITION 2030
commitment to inclusion. As a proud signatory of the
UN Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEP), Infosys is
dedicated to cultivating an environment where women
UN Women’s Empowerment Principles (WEP) Create a gender-diverse workforce at Infosys,
with 45% women
thrive in technology, management, and leadership
roles. Through progressive workplace policies, targeted
learning and development programs, and tailored WEF’s Partnering for Racial Justice in Business
interventions, we support women in achieving their
personal and professional aspirations.
Inclusive workplaces for employees with disabilities
We foster a culture of inclusion through our Accessible
By Design (ABD) campaign that promotes awareness
and helps build essential skills to create inclusive Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is subject to different interpretations in various jurisdictions. Infosys follows the law in every
jurisdiction in which we operate. Respect for others and nurturing an environment where everyone can succeed are our core values.
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SOCIAL
Amplifying communities
Our intention to positively impact society is articulated in our purpose: To CSR efforts in EMEA and APAC regions through volunteering in areas such as education,
healthcare, rural development, and environmental
amplify human potential and create opportunities for people, businesses and In the APAC region, Infosys Springboard has engaged
sustainability.
over 40,000 active learners and delivered more than
communities. AI, blockchain, genomics and other emerging technologies present 14,000 learning hours. In the EMEA region, Infosys has Technology for Good
innumerable opportunities to resolve some of the world’s most defining issues. partnered with Street Child to support the Education
Infosys is expanding access to eye care through
in Emergencies program.
Being an IT company, we are committed to fostering technology for good in our SightConnect, a mobile app developed under the Tech
Employee volunteering for Good initiative in collaboration with the Infosys
communities. We are committed to partnering with larger societal stakeholders Foundation and L.V. Prasad Eye Institute. Designed to be
Employee-led volunteering through CSR initiatives
and helping them harness the power of technology in their daily lives. and eco clubs at our global development centers
free, intuitive, and accessible anytime, the app enables
individuals and community health workers to conduct
reflects our strong commitment to fostering
basic eye screenings. By facilitating early detection and
Actions responsible citizenship among our workforce. We
timely referrals, SightConnect helps prevent avoidable
continue to actively engage our employees in creating
vision loss and strengthens primary eye care.
Infosys Foundation Collaborating with academic institutions meaningful impact within their local communities
Infosys Foundation has positively impacted Infosys partners with academic institutions globally
the lives of millions of people across diverse to upskill employees and expand collaborations with
domains – education, skilling and livelihood universities and community colleges for internships, Achievements
training, healthcare, women empowerment, and training, recruitment, and joint research initiatives.
environmental sustainability. Over the years, the
Foundation has focused on harnessing the power
Extending opportunity 1.4 mn K12 educators and 25 mn learners 98 scientists
enabled with digital skills by Infosys Foundation USA honored with the Infosys Prize since its inception in
of digital technologies to empower communities, At Infosys, we believe that expanding opportunities
since its inception 2009, with some going on to win other prestigious
drive digital transformation and accelerate social beyond India’s tier-1 cities is vital for inclusive growth.
awards, including the Nobel Prize
impact. The Foundation’s Aarohan Social Innovation We are making focused efforts to realize this vision – ease
Awards recognize innovators, social entrepreneurs, urban congestion, reduce the strain on limited resources,
institutions, and early-stage enterprises that offer and improve the quality of life across regions. As part 30 innovators 1,30,000+ hours
impactful solutions to societal challenges. of this strategy, we have opened offices in Ahmedabad, recognized through the Infosys Aarohan Social
of volunteering by Infoscions annually
Guwahati, Kolkata, Visakhapatnam, Noida, Hubballi, Innovation Awards since 2018
Women’s empowerment
Indore, Navi Mumbai, Nagpur, and Coimbatore over the
The Foundation’s STEM Stars Scholarship program past few years.
has enabled over 2,000 girl students to pursue
Investing in research
higher education in STEM fields. In partnership with
the GoSports Foundation, the Girls for Gold program The Infosys Prize, instituted by the Infosys Science
provides aspiring female athletes with access to Foundation, aims to elevate the stature of science and
fully-equipped training environments to help them research in India and inspire young minds to pursue
excel in national and international competitions. The careers in research. This prestigious annual award
Foundation’s menstrual health initiative with Aakar recognizes exceptional achievements by contemporary
Social Ventures has supported 1.74 lakh schoolgirls researchers across six categories: Economics, Engineering
in Maharashtra and Karnataka. Additionally, maternal & Computer Science, Humanities & Social Sciences, Life
and child health interventions have benefited lakhs Sciences, Mathematical Sciences, and Physical Sciences.
of women and newborns across India.
Infosys Foundation USA AMBITION 2030
Infosys Innovation Fund
Infosys Foundation USA is committed to expanding Transform and create sustainable communities through Tech for Good initiatives, job
The Infosys Innovation Fund identifies and provides access to computer science and engineering education creation and CSR efforts, including employee volunteering, healthcare interventions
early-stage capital to startups developing solutions for underrepresented communities. Through professional and women’s empowerment
in AI/ML, big data and analytics, cyber and cloud development programs for educators, partnerships
infrastructure, and the convergence of digital and with non-profits, and inspiring media campaigns, the
physical technologies. Foundation empowers individuals to become creators of
technology.
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Facilitating employee wellness and
experience
At Infosys, our culture is the heartbeat of our organization. It is not just about Achievements
what we do, but it is also why we exist. Over the past four decades, our values,
excellence, collaboration and, most importantly, our people have molded Global Top Employer 2025
Recognized as a Top Employer in 22 countries across
our unique culture. Our people are also crucial to our purpose of amplifying Europe, Middle East, Asia Pacific, and North America for
best-in-class HR practices and processes
human potential and creating the next opportunity for people, businesses
and communities. To meet the challenges that our industry, clients and society
face, we need people who function at their best, creating and developing Great Place to Work 2024
Recognized for value-driven culture and trust, across
opportunities that move us all forward. India, US, Canada, Mexico
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GOVERNANCE
Serve the interests of all our stakeholders by
leading through our core values
“Good corporate governance is about maximizing shareholder value on
a sustainable basis while ensuring fairness to all stakeholders: customers,
vendor partners, investors, employees, government and society.”
We set new standards on how to act right and do more. We lead the
way with respect and vigor, in our solutions, our corporate policies,
throughout our value chain and across the whole industry.
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GOVERNANCE
Corporate governance
First IT company Instituted
We are committed to defining, following and practicing the highest level First company to First Indian globally to publish a performance-based
be listed on company to sustainability report, stock incentives
of corporate governance across all our business functions. Our corporate NASDAQ comply with SOX per GRI G4 guidelines (aligned to TSR)
governance is a reflection of our value system encompassing our culture, policies, 1999 2005 2014 2020
and relationships with our stakeholders. This values-driven culture of governance
is fueled by integrity and transparency in all company affairs, which also ensures
we gain and retain the trust of our stakeholders at all times. In 2001, Infosys was
1994 2001 2013 2018 2025
among the early signatories to the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC). First company to Among the early Among the firsts in First Indian company Among World’s Most
introduce ESOPs signatories to India to publish to sign unilateral Ethical Companies,
in India the UNGC Business APA with US IRS* fifth year in a row,
Actions Responsibility Report by Ethisphere
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GOVERNANCE
Data privacy Information management
In today’s digital era, data privacy has become a vital aspect of human rights, Cybersecurity has become a strategic priority, driven by a fast-evolving threat
gaining significant momentum over the past few decades. Around the world, landscape, rapid technological advancements, increasing client expectations,
privacy regulations are evolving to better reflect and respect individual choices. At regulatory demands across geographies, and the need for seamless and secure
Infosys, “privacy by design” has long been a guiding principle. We ensure privacy access to information by employees and business teams. At Infosys, our approach
considerations are embedded right from the outset in every system and process to cybersecurity goes beyond compliance; it is foundational to building trust,
that handles personal data. ensuring business continuity, and enabling sustainable digital transformation.
Actions Actions
Future-ready roadmap Thought leadership and advocacy Secure by Design approach Thought leadership in cybersecurity
Our enduring commitment to data privacy and Infosys plays a leading role in shaping the future of data In a data-driven world, robust information Infosys actively promotes cybersecurity awareness
information security is guided by a clear purpose: To privacy through active engagement in policy-making, management is critical to creating long-term value, and knowledge-sharing through a range of thought
uphold digital trust and set industry-leading standards standards development, and regulatory discourse. enhancing operational resilience, and maintaining leadership initiatives. Across our social media platforms,
in data protection. We are embedding privacy into Our Head – Privacy & Data Protection serves as co- stakeholder trust. At Infosys, we view information we share perspectives, white papers, service offerings,
every layer of our operations, client engagements, and editor of key ISO and IEEE standards, contributing to security as a core enabler of our ESG strategy. Our leader articles, and podcasts covering various topics. In
technology platforms. Our privacy program is driven pioneering work in privacy engineering, AI governance, cybersecurity practices are deeply aligned with collaboration with analyst groups like PAC and industry
by a comprehensive global strategy, designed to adapt metaverse ethics, and zero-knowledge proofs. We business priorities, driven by a Secure by Design bodies such as the Data Security Council of India and
to evolving regulations and respond proactively to represent industry interests on expert panels such as philosophy that fosters a proactive security culture. By the Information Security Forum, we co-develop relevant,
emerging technologies. ISO SC27 and India’s BIS privacy committees. Infosys embedding security considerations into every stage practitioner-focused thought leadership. We also
also actively contributes to regulatory developments, of the business lifecycle, we minimize risk, improve participate in cybersecurity awareness campaigns led by
Strengthening Personal Information Management
by reviewing and advising on India’s Data Protection visibility of potential threats, and accelerate resolution. non-profits such as NASSCOM. We publish a technology-
System (PIMS)
Bill, participating in EU-India dialogues on cross-border This approach strengthens our defense position, focused report highlighting emerging trends and
Our PIMS is designed to safeguard the personal data data flows, and supporting national initiatives through supports scalability, reduces costs, and enables offering insights to support informed business decisions.
entrusted to us, integrating global best practices, client- the Data Security Council of India (DSCI). These efforts innovation in next-generation threat protection Additionally, Infosys regularly hosts global chapters of
specific needs, and regulatory expectations. Infosys is align Infosys’ privacy practices with evolving national solutions across emerging technologies. the CISO Advisory Council — a forum that catalyzes
among the first organizations worldwide to earn ISO and global frameworks, ensuring our approach remains innovation and transformation in cybersecurity by
Cyber defense centers
27701 certification for privacy information management, forward-looking, resilient, and impact-driven. facilitating dialogue among global security leaders.
demonstrating our commitment to excellence in privacy We operate a global network of cyber defense centers,
governance. Achievements supported by innovation hubs, strategic collaborations, Achievements
modular platforms, and a strong partner ecosystem.
Privacy by Design (PbD) and integrated governance • Among the first few companies globally to have • Cyber Next platform-powered services help
These assets enable us to respond to both current and
its PIMS accredited to the ISO 27701 privacy customers stay ahead of threat actors and
We mandate PbD and conduct Privacy Impact emerging threats with agility, precision, and speed.
information management standard. proactively protect them from security risks
Assessments (PIAs) for all high-risk projects, ensuring
SEED Cybersecurity Framework
privacy is proactively embedded into our systems • Member of the IAPP’s Privacy Engineering Advisory • Positioned as a Leader in the ISG Provider Lens™
and solutions. Our Data Privacy Office oversees an Board, working with global peers to refine Our SEED Cybersecurity Framework that is at the heart Cybersecurity Services and Solutions four years in
enterprise-wide governance framework, supported engineering-led approaches to privacy assurance of our digital defense strategy seamlessly integrates a row
by dedicated privacy councils across the organization and risk mitigation. governance, resilience, and innovation into a unified
– ensuring consistent oversight, accountability, and model. This framework enables real-time threat
• Our Head – Privacy & Data Protection is a co-editor
continuous enhancement of our privacy practices. detection and ongoing risk mitigation, ensuring rapid
of ISO and IEEE privacy standards, contributing
to emerging areas such as privacy engineering,
response and sustained vigilance. A key component AMBITION 2030
of SEED is our structured approach to managing third-
artificial intelligence, metaverse governance, and
AMBITION 2030 zero-knowledge proofs. Infosys is also represented
party risks. Through our Supplier Security Risk service
type, we enforce consistent security requirements
Be recognized as an industry
leader in our information security
on expert panels of ISO SC27, ISO SC42, and India’s
across contracts and conduct continuous due diligence practices
Shape and embrace leading data BIS privacy committees
for both new and existing partners. This safeguards
privacy standards across major
• Infosys became the first India-headquartered us from data exposure and strengthens the overall
geographies we operate in
company to get the Binding Corporate Rules integrity of our extended digital ecosystem.
(BCR) certification from the EU data protection
authorities
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