Gurugram: Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID), a Maharatna Central Public Sector Enterprise under the Ministry of Power, Government of India, has been awarded the prestigious Green World Award 2026 in the “Climate Change” category. The award was presented at a ceremony held at Cardiff Castle, Wales, United Kingdom, recognizing POWERGRID’s consistent efforts in environmental sustainability and climate-responsive operations. The award was received by Mr. Vipul Singh, Sr. DGM (CSR), and Mr. Manu Sinha, DGM (CSR) on behalf of the organisation. Recognition for Climate Action and Sustainability Efforts The Green World Award acknowledges organisations that demonstrate measurable progress in environmental protection, carbon reduction, and sustainable development practices. POWERGRID was recognized for its initiatives focused on: Energy-efficient transmission infrastructure Integration of sustainability in project execution Adoption of climate-responsive operational practices This recognition highlights the company’s commitment to reducing environmental impact while expanding India’s power transmission network. Read also: POWERGRID CMD Burra Vamsi Rama Mohan Takes Additional Charge as Director (Projects) from April 2026 Global Green World Awards: A Prestigious Honour The Green World Awards are instituted by The Green Organisation, UK, and are considered among the globally respected environmental awards. They celebrate organisations that have shown significant achievements in: Sustainability management Climate change mitigation Environmental innovation Carbon footprint reduction POWERGRID’s inclusion in this list reinforces its position as a global leader in sustainable power infrastructure. Strong National Transmission Network Backed by Technology As of 31 March 2026, POWERGRID has achieved significant operational scale, including: 291 substations Over 1,84,960 circuit km of transmission lines 6,24,016 MVA of transformation capacity The company has also maintained an average transmission system availability of more than 99.84%, supported by advanced automation and digital technologies. About POWERGRID Power Grid Corporation of India Limited (POWERGRID) is a Maharatna PSU under the Ministry of Power, Government of India. It is responsible for the bulk transmission of electricity across India and plays a key role in strengthening the national power grid through advanced, reliable, and sustainable transmission infrastructure. Read also: POWERGRID Promotes Gyaneshwar Prasad Payasi & Pradeep Kumar as Executive Directors to Boost Leadership Strength
