NHPC Limited has seen its ESG score revised downwards by S&P Global to 57 as of August 28, 2026, from a previous score of 61 awarded in February 2026. This adjustment follows the ‘Media and Stakeholder Analysis’ concerning the Teesta VI HEP incident on July 20, 2026. The reduction impacts the Social and Governance scores, while the Environment score remains unchanged. NHPC has formally raised concerns with S&P Global seeking further justification for this revision.
NHPC’s ESG Score Revision
NHPC Limited has been informed by S&P Global that its Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) score has been updated. The new score is 57, as of August 28, 2026, a decrease from the previous score of 61 which was awarded in February 2026.
Impact of Teesta VI HEP Incident
This revision is based on S&P Global’s ‘Media and Stakeholder Analysis’ conducted following the incident at the Teesta VI HEP (Hydroelectric Power Project) on July 20, 2026. While the score for the ‘Environment’ component remains unaffected, there has been a reduction in the scores for ‘Social’ and ‘Governance’ aspects of NHPC’s ESG performance.
NHPC’s Response
NHPC Limited has communicated its concerns regarding this score deduction to S&P Global and has formally requested an appropriate justification for the revised ESG score. This information is being shared for official record and awareness.
Source: BSE
