PDS Limited submits Sustainability Report 2026 titled Responsible by Design
- PDS Limited filed Sustainability Report 2026 titled "Responsible by Design" on September 3, 2026
- Revenue grew 4.2% to ₹13,110 crore with a 21% gross margin
- Renewable energy share rose to 6.3% of total consumption
- Company targets 42% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by FY2030

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PDS Limited filed its Sustainability Report 2026 with stock exchanges on September 3, 2026. The report, titled "Responsible by Design," discloses the company's environmental, social, and governance performance for FY25-26.
The filing aligns with Regulation 30 of the SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015. It outlines the company's progress toward net-zero emissions by FY2050 and its commitment to science-based targets.
Economic Highlights
PDS reported consolidated revenue of ₹13,110 crore for the period, representing a +4.2% growth. The gross merchandise value reached ₹19,666 crore, up +4.9%. The company maintained a 21% gross margin.
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Revenue | ₹13,110 crore |
| GMV | ₹19,666 crore |
| Gross Margin | 21% |
| EBIT (Consolidated) | ₹354 crore |
| Net Profit / PAT | +₹178 crore |
Environmental Performance
The company recorded total energy consumption of 84,712.83 GJ. Renewable energy utilization increased to 6.3% of the total energy mix, up from 3.45% in the prior year. Scope 1 emissions stood at 6,401.09 tCO₂e, while Scope 2 emissions were 5,228.90 tCO₂e. Scope 3 emissions totaled 784,092 tCO₂e.
PDS has committed to reducing absolute Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 42% and Scope 3 emissions by 25% by FY2030 from a FY2024 base year. The company aims for net-zero emissions across the value chain by FY2050.
Social Responsibility
The workforce comprised 10,283 individuals, including 4,371 employees and 5,912 workers. Women constituted 27% of employees and 80% of workers. The company reported zero fatalities and zero high-consequence injuries during the reporting period.
Governance
The Board of Directors includes 25% female representation. PDS achieved Progressive Level status in the Cascale Membership Requirements cycle. The company reported zero statutory non-compliance cases and zero pending whistleblower complaints for FY25-26.
Historical Stock Returns for PDS
| 1 Day | 5 Days | 1 Month | 6 Months | 1 Year | 5 Years |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| +0.58% | -4.12% | -2.65% | +18.96% | +9.46% | +44.74% |
How might PDS Limited's commitment to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 25% impact its supply chain negotiations and vendor selection criteria in the coming fiscal years?
What specific capital expenditure strategies is PDS planning to implement to accelerate the transition from 6.3% to a higher percentage of renewable energy in its total mix?
Could the current 21% gross margin be sustained as the company invests heavily in net-zero infrastructure and sustainability initiatives over the next decade?


































