Bengaluru, September 2025 — Infosys, a global leader in digital services and consulting, has appointed Anita George as its new Global Head of Sustainability and ESG Strategy. This strategic appointment underscores the company’s commitment to integrating sustainability into its core business and driving impactful change across industries.
A Proven Leader in ESG & Sustainability
Anita George brings with her decades of experience in sustainable finance, infrastructure, and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) strategy. She has previously served in leadership positions at:
- CDPQ India (Caisse de dépôt et placement du Québec), one of the world’s largest pension funds, where she drove sustainable investment strategies.
- IFC (International Finance Corporation), part of the World Bank Group, where she focused on infrastructure and sustainable development.
- GE Capital India, where she built expertise in financing and corporate governance.
Her global perspective and focus on sustainability make her an asset for Infosys as businesses worldwide transition to greener and more responsible operations.
Why It Matters for Infosys
As Global Head of Sustainability and ESG Strategy, George will be responsible for:
- Strengthening Infosys’s ESG roadmap, ensuring compliance with global sustainability standards.
- Driving net-zero and decarbonization initiatives in line with the company’s 2040 carbon neutrality goal.
- Embedding ESG principles into client offerings, helping businesses worldwide adopt greener practices.
- Enhancing investor confidence, as sustainability is increasingly linked to long-term corporate value.
Industry Context
Global corporations are under mounting pressure from regulators, investors, and customers to adopt sustainable practices. India, too, has been pushing for stronger ESG compliance among its largest companies. For IT giants like Infosys, sustainability is no longer just a CSR effort — it is a business differentiator.
By appointing a seasoned sustainability leader, Infosys signals that it intends to stay ahead of global ESG trends, ensuring that both the company and its clients meet rising sustainability expectations.
Infosys’s Commitment
In a press note, Infosys highlighted:
“Anita George’s leadership will be instrumental in advancing our sustainability vision, driving positive environmental and social impact, and creating long-term value for stakeholders.”
