EcoVadis

Apollo Tyres achieves improved EcoVadis Gold Rating in 2026; secures SBTi validation for Climate Targets

Apollo Tyres Ltd today announced two major milestones that reinforce its commitment to sustainability and responsible business practices. The company has achieved an improved EcoVadis Gold Rating, with its score improving to 98^th percentile in FY26. The Company has also received validation from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) for its near-term and net-zero emissions reduction targets.

These recognitions underscore Apollo Tyres’ continued progress in embedding sustainability across its value chain and advancing its environmental, social and governance (ESG) performance.

EcoVadis 2026 Gold Rating

Apollo Tyres’ 2026 EcoVadis assessment reflects significant advancements in sustainability performance and responsible business conduct. The overall performance score for Apollo Tyres Ltd improved to 98^th percentile in FY26, while the score improved from 76 in 2025 to 84 in 2026, placing the company firmly within the Gold category and highlighting its ongoing commitment to excellence in sustainability.

This achievement reflects Apollo Tyres focused efforts to strengthen the Environmental Stewardship, Ethical Governance, Human Rights Practices and Responsible Sourcing across global operations. The improved rating demonstrates the company’s dedication to continuous improvement and alignment with global sustainability standards.

By consistently benchmarking its performance against global peers, Apollo Tyres continues to reinforce its position among leading organisations committed to responsible growth and climate action. These milestones are the result of collective efforts across the organisation, including employees, partners, suppliers and stakeholders, all working to integrate sustainability into every aspect of the business.

SBTi Validation of Climate Targets

Apollo Tyres has also received a validation statement from the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), confirming that its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets are aligned with climate science and global efforts to limit climate change.

Validated Targets

·       Net-Zero: Apollo Tyres Ltd commits to achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by FY2050

·       Near-Term: Apollo Tyres Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 58.8% by FY2035 from a FY2025 base year. Company also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, upstream leased assets and downstream transportation and distribution 37.5% within the same timeframe

·       Long-Term: Apollo Tyres Ltd commits to reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions 90.0% by FY2050 from a FY2025 base year. Company also commits to reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions from purchased goods and services, upstream transportation and distribution, waste generated in operations, business travel, employee commuting, upstream leased assets, downstream transportation and distribution and end-of-life treatment of sold products 90.0% within the same timeframe

“Achieving an improved EcoVadis Gold Rating and securing SBTi validation for our climate targets are significant milestones in our sustainability journey,” said Rajeev Kumar Sinha, Chief Manufacturing and Sustainability Officer, Apollo Tyres Ltd. “These recognitions reflect our unwavering commitment to responsible growth and our determination to align with global climate goals. We remain focused on driving meaningful impact across our operations and value chain, while collaborating with our partners and stakeholders to build a more sustainable and resilient future.”

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