·         The Companies’ near-term targets to be achieved by 2030, and net-zero targets by 2050.

·         This will enable the two Companies to contribute toward India’s commitment to reach net-zero by 2070.

·         This validation will facilitate both Companies to comply with Carbon Credit and Trading Scheme of Government of India and participate in carbon markets.

Bengaluru, 19 June 2025: Ambuja Cements and ACC, the cement and building materials companies of the diversified Adani Portfolio, have achieved a landmark sustainability milestone as the leading two Indian cement companies amongst peers to have their net-zero targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The SBTi’s Corporate Net-Zero Standard is the world’s only framework for corporate net-zero target setting in line with climate science.

The SBTi validation proves the Companies’ commitment to building a sustainable and responsible business, by doing not what is easy but what is necessary and positioning them as corporate leaders of the low-carbon transition. This recognition places them at the forefront of India’s industrial decarbonisation, committed to cutting emissions at the pace and scale required to meet the Paris Agreement’s 1.5°C goal.

Mr Vinod Bahety, CEO – Cement Business, Adani Group, said: “We take immense pride in Ambuja Cements’ and ACC’s long-standing tradition of pioneering sustainability initiatives as we feel a strong responsibility to act in the climate crisis. The SBTi represents the highest standard for corporate climate targets. With the validation of our targets by the SBTi, we reinforce our dedication to creating a future where growth and environmental stewardship go hand in hand. We are the 9^th largest cement manufacturer in the world and after Cemex, Heidelberg and Holcim, only one of this scale to achieve net-zero target validation. Our journey doesn’t stop here – this is yet another step towards realising our vision for a decarbonised and sustainable world.”

The Companies understand the importance of rapid and deep emission cuts and have been pioneering sustainability practices as leaders in the industry’s transformation towards sustainable growth. The Companies will prioritise direct decarbonisation and neutralise residual emissions in line with SBTi criteria. The Companies’ initiatives on green power, AFR, energy efficiency, technology upgradation, innovation have had helped to set up the targets.

Ambuja is also the first cement manufacturer globally to join the Alliance for Industry Decarbonization (AFID), led by the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA) and is a member of WEF’s Transitioning Industrial Clusters initiative.

Synergies across the Adani Group ecosystem are central to this ambition. With a USD 100 billion commitment to India’s green energy transition, the Group is scaling renewable capacity from 14.2 GW to 50 GW by 2030 and building an integrated green hydrogen platform. Under this, Ambuja Cements aims to achieve 60% of its power requirements through renewable and green sources by FY’28, including 1 GW of solar and wind power, as well as 376 MW of WHRS. Of these, it has already achieved 299 MW and 186 MW capacities, respectively. Green hydrogen will play a key role in achieving net-zero. The Group’s investments in this space will lead the Companies’ net-zero pathways. The shared capabilities with the Group will enable Ambuja Cements and ACC to accelerate emissions reduction and reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

This validation is not just a milestone; it is a mandate. Ambuja Cements and ACC are setting new benchmarks for the cement industry, proving that bold climate action is possible, necessary, and already underway.

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EEP’s inclusion in the Skill India initiative as well as the Manthan initiative, overseen by the Principal Scientific Advisor to the Government of India, underscores its growing national relevance. EEP offers short-term residential courses, which blend academic rigour with real-world application. The first two editions of the EEP were designed and conducted in collaboration with IIT Kanpur, followed by IIT Gandhinagar, and most recently at IISc Bangalore.

Looking ahead, IIT Madras is being considered as a potential host for upcoming sessions, further expanding the programme’s academic reach and impact. Since 2020, EEP has trained over 2,000 practising civil engineers and architects, with 175 professionals completing the programme in the 2024 edition.

Participants gain advanced skills in asset management, sustainable construction, and emerging technologies—earning recognised certifications that boost industry readiness. The programme also fosters peer learning and collaboration—building a community of professionals equipped to lead India’s infrastructure transformation.

Adani Cement is setting a benchmark in industry-led skill development through its support for programmes such as the EEP, reinforcing its role in building a stronger, self-reliant nation.

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Since 2020, EEP has trained over 2,000 civil engineers and architects, with 175 professionals completing the programme in 2024 alone. The EEP offers short-term residential courses, which blend academic rigour with real-world application. The first two editions of the EEP were designed and conducted in collaboration with IIT Kanpur, followed by IIT Gandhinagar, and most recently at IISc Bangalore.

Participants gain advanced skills in asset management, sustainable construction, and emerging technologies—earning recognised certifications that boost industry readiness. EEP’s inclusion in the Skill India initiative and the Manthan platform, overseen by the Principal Scientific Advisor’s Office, underscores its growing national relevance.

The programme also fosters peer learning and collaboration—building a community of professionals equipped to lead India’s infrastructure transformation. Looking ahead, IIT Madras is being considered as a potential host for upcoming sessions, further expanding the programme’s academic reach and impact.

Adani Cement is setting a benchmark in industry-led skill development through its support for programmes such as the EEP, reinforcing its role in building a stronger, self-reliant nation.

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