Deepak Fertilisers cuts GHG intensity by ~2% in FY26 BRSR
Deepak Fertilisers And Petrochemicals Corporation Limited filed its FY26 BRSR, reporting a ~2% drop in GHG intensity and zero lost-time injuries. The company met all environmental targets against its FY23 baseline, including an 18% cut in N2O emissions. SustainEDGE provided reasonable assurance for the core disclosures.
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Deepak Fertilisers And Petrochemicals Corporation Limited ( Deepak Fertilisers & Petrochemicals ) submitted its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for the financial year ended March 31, 2026, to the Bombay Stock Exchange and National Stock Exchange on August 9, 2026. The filing, mandated under Regulation 34 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015, outlines the company’s consolidated sustainability performance across environmental, social, and governance parameters. The report highlights a measurable improvement in carbon efficiency, with combined Scope 1 and Scope 2 greenhouse gas (GHG) emission intensity falling by approximately 2% to 0.77 tCO2e/MT of production from 0.78 in the prior year.
The disclosure covers DFPCL and its material subsidiaries: Mahadhan AgriTech Limited, Deepak Mining Solutions Limited, and Performance Chemiserve Limited. SustainEDGE Business Solutions Private Limited provided reasonable assurance (Type 2 High Assurance) for the BRSR Core Indicators. Madhumilan P. Shinde, Occupier and Non-Executive Director, served as the highest authority responsible for overseeing the implementation of business responsibility policies. The Board approved the relevant policies, which align with nine principles of the National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC).
Environmental Performance
DFPCL reported significant strides in resource efficiency during FY26. Water consumption intensity decreased by approximately 10%, declining from 1.93 KL/MT to 1.74 KL/MT of production. The company achieved its specific environmental targets set against an FY23 baseline, including an 18% reduction in N2O emissions, a 6% reduction in energy consumption, and an 18% reduction in water consumption. Additionally, total waste generation fell by 12%, while renewable energy usage increased by 6%.
The company maintains zero confirmed incidents related to corruption, discrimination, or regulatory non-compliance. It also added 2,400 plantations, bringing the total count to 76,940. Two major manufacturing sites, K1-K6 and K7-K8, received recognition through Frost & Sullivan Sustainability Awards. DFPCL was further honoured with the International Safety Award (Merit Category) by the British Safety Council.
| Environmental Metric | FY26 Value | Change / Target |
|---|---|---|
| GHG Emission Intensity | 0.77 tCO2e/MT | ~2% reduction |
| Water Consumption Intensity | 1.74 KL/MT | ~10% reduction |
| N2O Emission Reduction | Achieved | 18% vs FY23 baseline |
| Energy Consumption Reduction | Achieved | 6% vs FY23 baseline |
| Renewable Energy Increase | Achieved | 6% vs FY23 baseline |
Social and Governance Highlights
On the social front, DFPCL recorded a Zero Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) and maintained 100% employee health insurance coverage. The workforce comprises 2,535 employees and 2,533 workers as of March 31, 2026. Women constitute 20% of the Board of Directors but represent only 4.14% of total employees and 1.50% of workers. The turnover rate for permanent employees was 18.13% in FY26, compared to 15.30% in FY25.
Governance structures include a CSR Committee, Stakeholders Relationship Committee, Manufacturing Operations Review Committee, and Risk Management Committee. The company conducted an internal Human Rights due-diligence audit in March 2026, covering 100% of its sites. No human rights-related grievances were received during the reporting period.
What the Numbers Show
The simultaneous reduction in both GHG emission intensity and water consumption intensity suggests that operational efficiency improvements are driving environmental gains rather than simple production cuts. With manufacturing accounting for 81.91% of turnover, these intensity metrics are critical indicators of core business sustainability. The achievement of all specific environmental targets against the FY23 baseline indicates effective execution of long-term decarbonization strategies, particularly given the chemical industry’s high energy and water dependency.
Historical Stock Returns for Deepak Fertilisers & Petrochemicals
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -1.36% | +0.35% | -4.20% | +54.26% | +0.23% | +225.05% |
How might DFPCL's improved carbon and water efficiency metrics influence its cost structure and competitive positioning in the global fertilizer market amidst rising energy prices?
Given the low representation of women in the workforce (4.14%), what specific initiatives is DFPCL planning to implement to improve gender diversity beyond board-level representation?
With an employee turnover rate increasing from 15.30% to 18.13%, what strategies is management deploying to retain talent, and how could this impact operational continuity?
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