Castrol India Limited has officially submitted its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year ended December 31, 2025. The report details compliance with the PATH360 sustainability programme, focusing on reducing carbon, improving efficiency, and circularity. Key achievements include 79% reduction in operational Scope 1 & 2 emissions (vs. 2019 baseline) and 100% renewable electricity for manufacturing operations. The company also maintained robust employee welfare programs, including 100% coverage for life and accident insurance.
BRSR Submission and Sustainability Framework
Castrol India Limited has disclosed its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the fiscal year ending December 31, 2025. This report aligns with the guidance of bp’s sustainability frame, PATH360, which centers on waste saving, carbon reduction, and improving lives, aiming for net zero by 2050 or sooner. The report adheres to the National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC) issued in July 2023 and is presented on a standalone basis.
Key Environmental and Operational Highlights (CY 2025)
The company highlighted several advancements in its environmental performance:
- Emissions Reduction: Achieved a 79% reduction in operational Scope 1 and 2 emissions against the 2019 baseline.
- Renewable Energy: 100% of total electricity consumed in manufacturing operations was sourced from renewables.
- Circular Economy: Implemented 60% recycled content in bottles and 30% recycled content in Pail packaging.
- Waste Management: Total waste generated was 1,544.72 metric tons (down from 1,544.72 MT in CY 2024), with total waste recovered through recycling or reuse totaling 1,527.24 metric tons.
- Water Management: Total water withdrawal was 40,994 kilolitres, with 21,281 KL sourced from groundwater and 19,713 KL from third-party municipal supplies.
People and Culture: Employee Data and Wellbeing
The workforce data reflects a stable structure, with 561 total employees (80% male, 20% female). Key findings on wellbeing and inclusion include:
- Inclusion: Women representation on the Board of Directors and Key Management Personnel stood at 50% each.
- Turnover Rate (Permanent Employees): Female turnover was 14%, compared to 5% for males in CY 2025.
- Wellbeing Coverage: 100% of permanent employees were covered by Health Insurance, Accident Insurance, and Paternity Benefits. Day Care facilities covered 58 employees.
- Retirement Benefits: 100% coverage for PF and Gratuity for both employees and workers.
The company reported 525 customer complaints filed during the year regarding responsible business conduct, with 19 pending resolution at year-end.
Governance, Ethics, and Future Focus
The report confirms that governance remains a high priority, overseen by an ESG Committee supported by an operational Sustainability Sub-Committee (SSC). The company continues to integrate ESG aspects into core operations. Initiatives for Principle 8 (Inclusive Growth) saw 53,659 truck drivers benefit from the Castrol Sarathi Mitra program, with 100% of beneficiaries from vulnerable/marginalized groups. Furthermore, technology and innovation investments accounted for 15% of R&D expenditure in CY 2025, focused on digital customer experiences and operational advantages.
Source: BSE
