Sustainability
Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG)
At GD Goenka Group, our commitment to ethical, sustainable and responsible business practices is embedded in all our operations. By prioritising accountability, innovation and leadership, we ensure that our efforts towards Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) values are integrated into our strategy, driving the long term impact across our ventures. The ESG framework we have set for GD Goenka Group enables us to create lasting value, not only for our organisation but also for the communities and the environment we aspire to serve.
Environment
As an educational conglomerate, GD Goenka Group is dedicated and committed towards preserving the environment. GD Goenka University has been awarded the Titanium band in Green Ranking 2025 by R World Institutional Ranking. Our work has also been recognised by Times Higher Education Impact Ranking - Rank 401-600 in Clean Water & Sanitisation. We are continually focused on reducing our ecological footprint while fostering sustainability with initiatives such as:
- Centralised digital systems to reduce paper usage
- Solar photovoltaic systems across rooftops of GD Goenka Education City for continuous generation of renewable electricity, reducing electrical pollution
- 14 borewells across the GD Goenka University campus to harvest rainwater, successfully raising the ground waterbed level from 800 to 150 feet
- Treating and reusing the groundwater within the facilities, ensuring no treated water from our institutions are discharged outside
- Water-efficient fixtures and sewage treatment plants to minimise water waste
- Using hydroponic farming method to support organic agriculture
- Electric vehicles (EV) for campus transportation to reduce carbon emissions
- Recycling food waste into manure for horticulture activities and training staff in sustainable waste decomposition methods
GD Goenka University hosts the annual TLASH - International Conference on Transforming Lives through Adoption of SDGS: Role of Higher Education Institutions. Through meaningful deliberations by SMEs, panel discussions, poster presentations, and research presentations, TLASH aims to showcase best practices, strengthen global collaborations, and address emerging challenges in sustainability. With a strong focus on actionable solutions, this event serves as a platform for meaningful dialogue and transformative initiatives in higher education.
Governance
When talking about governance, the GD Goenka Group upholds the highest standards, ensuring that our ventures operate with accountability, integrity and transparency. Our governance underpins our success and commitment towards responsible and ethical business practices.
- Strong Code-of-Conduct policy in system, guiding ethical decision-making across all GD Goenka Group ventures
- Prioritising diversity, equity, and inclusion across all verticals, from classrooms to boardrooms, building an environment where every individual thrives and receives equal opportunity
- Establishing a robust Prevention of Sexual Harassment (POSH) committee to maintain a safe and inclusive workplace environment
- Comprehensive employee training on recognising, reporting, and addressing harassment, promoting a respectful and equitable workplace
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Social
Progress means little if it leaves people behind. At GD Goenka Group, we channel our resources and resolve to uplift lower-income communities – through education, skilling, free legal aid and health initiatives. Our efforts are globally recognised, with a Times Higher Education Impact Ranking of 601–800 in Good Health & Wellbeing.
Here are GD Goenka Group’s key initiatives in this field: