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In recent years, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) reporting has moved from being optional to essential for Indian companies. Multiple factors make choosing the right ESG report agency in India not just a compliance decision, but a strategic one:
Regulatory pressure: With SEBI’s Business Responsibility and Sustainability Reporting (BRSR) mandating detailed ESG disclosures, particularly for the top listed companies, non‑compliance can result in reputational risks and financial costs.
Investor expectations: Investors—both domestic and foreign—are increasingly considering ESG metrics as part of risk assessment and valuation. Transparent, accurate reports are a trust signal.
Supply‑chain demands: Large companies are now under pressure to ensure ESG standards not just internally but across their upstream and downstream value chains. Under SEBI’s recent expansions, disclosures related to value chain will become more important.
Brand value and stakeholder trust: Well‑crafted ESG reports help communicate commitment, not just through numbers but through narrative, design, and storytelling.
Given this, hiring a capable esg report agency in India is a key strategic move—one that can help unlock compliance, credibility, and communication.
When evaluating agencies, consider these criteria:
| Feature | Why It Matters |
|---|---|
| Understanding of Indian regulation & frameworks (BRSR, SEBI norms, value chain disclosures) | Ensures the report meets legal obligations and avoids legal/reputational risk. |
| Global frameworks familiarity (GRI, SASB, ISSB, TCFD etc.) | Helps when companies seek cross‑border investment or want to compare globally. |
| Data accuracy & third‑party verification | ESG reporting without rigor or verification is vulnerable to critique and may mislead stakeholders. |
| Design & readability | Even excellent numbers don’t help if the report is dense, poorly designed, or hard to follow. |
| Narrative storytelling | Stakeholders care about impact, progress, challenges—not just box‑checking. |
| Value chain and supply‑chain ESG capability | Because the ESG journey now extends beyond a company’s direct operations. |
| Track record + client case studies | Proof of ability; evidence of past successes and learning from challenges. |
As “Annual ESG”, here’s how we embody the qualities of a top‑tier ESG report agency in India:
Regulatory & Framework Expertise
We align disclosures to BRSR, GRI, SASB, ISSB, and other global norms.
Ensure compliance not only for your operations but for entire value chains where required.
Design & Visual Storytelling
We transform dense ESG data into clear narratives with infographics, materiality matrices, charts, etc.
Both digital and print formats handled, ensuring consistency with brand identity.
Client Examples & Track Record
Worked with major Indian corporates: Adani Ports, Godrej Properties, Bharat Forge, Apraava Energy etc.
Delivered over 50 reports globally; many repeat clients.
Full‑Stack Service
From data collection, stakeholder and materiality assessments to writing, design, review, and delivery.
We handle digital versions, interactive formats (flipbooks, microsites) as well as print.
Transparent & Ethical Process
We commit to data integrity: no “beautifying” numbers; reports built on verified data.
Working closely with clients during review and refinement.
A good example of recent regulatory change: SEBI has mandated that top listed entities disclose ESG information pertaining to their value chain—both upstream and downstream partners—covering at least 75% of purchases or sales by value.
Consider a hypothetical manufacturing company in India (let’s call it “XYZ Industries”):
Before: XYZ reported only its own direct emissions, labor practices, governance structure.
After: With value chain disclosures, XYZ must collect ESG data from its suppliers of raw materials (e.g. chemical suppliers, transport) and distributors. That could require mapping the supply chain, asking suppliers for ESG KPIs, maybe even auditing them or using third‑party tools.
An agency like Annual ESG helps in that journey: designing the approach to gather that data, deciding how to organise it in the report, ensuring transparency about assumptions, and presenting it in a way stakeholders can digest.
Here’s a checklist you can use when selecting a partner:
Do they have SEBI / BRSR experience?
Can they work with global frameworks (GRI, SASB, ISSB) in addition to Indian ones?
What is their approach to value chain & supply chain disclosures?
How strong is their data verification / audit / assurance service?
Are they capable of both design & communication (visuals + narrative), not just compliance?
Do they offer interactive / digital formats in addition to print?
What is their client portfolio and feedback? Case studies you can review.
What are the timelines, and how do they handle revisions?
Transparent about costs & what’s included.
To illustrate what a strong ESG reporting process looks like, here’s how Annual ESG helped Adani Renewable Energy:
Scope: Full ESG exposure including operational emissions, governance structure, community engagements, social responsibility in host communities.
Challenge: Data was spread across multiple business units; visuals were inconsistent; report needed to suit both investors and community stakeholders.
Approach:
Materiality assessment was conducted to identify priority topics.
Data consolidation and validation: internal teams + third‑party checks.
Design overhaul: use of consistent visual style, infographics, “impact stories” (e.g. how local agricultural projects benefited due to renewable energy installations).
Digital‑print dual release to maximize reach.
Outcome: A well‑received report that achieved clarity, met compliance, and got praised for readability and design. (Example referenced in Annual ESG’s portfolio)
Here are some of the key trends and regulatory shifts in India in 2025 related to ESG reporting:
Submission of ESG disclosures along value chains is becoming more enforceable. Listed firms are either already required or soon will be required to report on upstream/downstream partners.
Assurance / third‑party verification of ESG metrics is being pushed. Stakeholders trust reports more when data is verified.
Standardisation of metrics (what counts, how to measure) is improving, though variation remains.
Design & stakeholder engagement are no longer optional extras. Reports are increasingly expected to be readable, as end users are diverse (investors, regulators, community, employees).
Regulator oversight is increasing, e.g. SEBI’s norms about ESG ratings (approval, withdrawal)
Putting it all together, here’s what sets Annual ESG apart:
You get deep regulatory know‑how + international best practices in one package.
Strong design and narrative ability ensures your report is more than a compliance checkbox—it becomes a communication tool.
Track record with major Indian corporates, repeat clients, and global reports means you’re working with proven professionals.
End‑to‑end service so you don’t have to stitch together multiple vendors.
As ESG becomes embedded in the way Indian companies are governed, symbolized, and measured, a strong ESG reporting partner is not a luxury—it’s a necessity. If you’re searching for an esg report agency in India that combines compliance, clarity, design, and credibility, Annual ESG is positioned to deliver.
If you’d like help assessing your current report, doing a gap analysis, or producing your next ESG report from scratch, feel free to reach out to us at Annual ESG.
