NLC India releases BRSR for FY26, details ESG and safety metrics
- NLC India filed its BRSR for FY26, detailing ESG metrics across power and mining ops
- Total energy consumption rose to 313,582.55 TJ, with intensity falling to 1.79 TJ/Million Rupees
- Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions reached 3,16,48,306.78 tonnes of CO2 equivalent
- Worker fatalities dropped to 3 from 4 in the prior year; union membership at 82%
- SR Asia provided reasonable assurance on core sustainability disclosures
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NLC India has filed its Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) for FY26. The disclosure outlines the company’s environmental, social, and governance performance across its power generation and mining operations.
The report covers consolidated operations, including subsidiaries such as NLC Tamil Nadu Power Limited and NLC India Green Energy Limited. It details key sustainability indicators, ranging from greenhouse gas emissions to employee well-being measures.
Environmental Performance
The company reported a total energy consumption of 313,582.55 TJ for the period. This figure includes 73.19 TJ from renewable sources and 313,509.36 TJ from non-renewable sources. Energy intensity per rupee of turnover stood at 1.79 TJ/Million Rupees, down from 1.97 TJ/Million Rupees in the prior year.
Water withdrawal totaled 25,29,62,099.88 kilolitres, with consumption at 10,13,48,379.96 kilolitres. The company discharged 15,16,13,717.92 kilolitres of water, primarily after treatment to meet regulatory standards.
| Metric | FY26 | FY25 |
|---|---|---|
| Total Energy Consumption (TJ) | 313,582.55 | 300,761.40 |
| Water Withdrawal (KL) | 25,29,62,099.88 | 22,98,91,269.70 |
| Scope 1 & 2 GHG Emissions (Tonnes CO2e) | 3,16,48,306.78 | 3,01,24,626.77 |
Greenhouse gas emissions (Scope 1 and 2) reached 3,16,48,306.78 tonnes of CO2 equivalent. Emission intensity per rupee of turnover was 180.96 T CO2e/Million Rupees. The company noted that Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) implementation is underway to reduce SOx emissions.
Social and Governance Metrics
NLC India reported 3,592 permanent employees and 32,140 workers. The company incurred costs on well-being measures amounting to 0.96% of total revenue, up from 0.80% in the previous year. Union membership among permanent employees stood at 69%, while permanent worker union membership was 82%.
Safety incidents included 3 fatalities among workers and 1 recordable work-related injury among employees. The Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR) for employees was 0.134, and for workers, it was 0.094 per one million-person hours worked.
Assurance and Compliance
Social Responsibility Asia (SR Asia) provided reasonable assurance on the BRSR Core disclosures. The assurance covered key performance indicators including energy consumption, water usage, GHG emissions, waste management, and safety-related incidents. The company confirmed compliance with applicable environmental laws, including the Water and Air (Prevention and Control of Pollution) Acts.
What the Numbers Show
The reduction in energy intensity from 1.97 TJ/Million Rupees in FY25 to 1.79 TJ/Million Rupees in FY26 suggests improved operational efficiency relative to revenue generation. However, total non-renewable energy consumption increased by approximately 4.3% year-on-year, indicating that efficiency gains were partially offset by higher overall operational scale or fuel usage.
Historical Stock Returns for NLC India
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| -2.22% | -3.82% | -7.34% | +7.85% | +6.35% | 0.0% |
How will the ongoing implementation of Flue Gas Desulphurisation (FGD) impact NLC India's future SOx emission levels and associated compliance costs?
What specific strategies is NLC India pursuing to increase the proportion of renewable energy consumption, given the 4.3% year-on-year rise in non-renewable usage?
How might the reported safety incidents, including 3 worker fatalities, influence regulatory scrutiny or insurance premiums for NLC India's mining and power operations?
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