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EIL's Net Zero Ambition

In alignment with the nation’s objective of attaining Net Zero by 2070, we have set an ambitious goal to reach Net Zero emissions by 2035. We have taken a proactive approach to minimise carbon emissions and limit our ecological footprint. Our efforts encompass a broad spectrum of initiatives undertaken to ensure environmental sustainability.

EIL’s Net Zero Target

  • Reduction in Direct CO2e Emission: Implementing measures to significantly lower CO2 equivalent emissions across all operations.
  • Phaseout of Fossil Fuel Vehicles by 2030: Gradually replacing fossil fuel-driven vehicles with more sustainable alternatives for official transportation.
  • Creating Miyawaki Forest: Establishing a dense, biodiverse forest within our Gurugram complex to enhance carbon sequestration and biodiversity.
  • Biogas Plant Installation: Setting up a plant that uses mixed feed to produce biogas for cooking, reducing dependence on conventional energy sources.
  • Reduction in Power Demand: Aiming to reduce power demand by 25% by 2030, with an additional 10% reduction by 2035, through the adoption of energy efficient systems.
  • Increased Solar Power Generation Capacity: Expanding our solar power generation capacity to reduce reliance on fossil fuel and promote the use of renewable energy.
  • Maximising Electric Vehicle Use by 2035: Increasing the use of electric vehicles for employee transportation to minimise emissions.
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EIL’s Journey to Net Zero

To achieve our ambitious target of Net Zero emissions by 2035, we have implemented a variety of initiatives focused on reducing our carbon footprint and enhancing environmental sustainability.

Past Initiatives

  • EV Charging Points: Installed at Gurugram and Delhi offices for employees and official vehicle charging
  • Occupancy Sensor-Based LED Lights Installed to reduce electricity consumption
  • Ceramic Cups: Distributed to employees to discourage use of disposable paper cups
  • E-Golf Carts & E-Bicycles: Used within the Gurugram office campus to encourage eco-friendly transportation
  • Water Sprinklers on Taps: Installed to minimise water wastage in Gurgaon and Delhi offices
  • Use of Recycled Paper: Implemented across the Company to reduce paper waste
  • Replacement of Old ACs: Upgraded to 5-star rated ACs and partially solar-generated street lights at Gurgaon office

Current Initiatives

  • Solar Power Expansion: Installed 540 KWe capacity solar power panels, increasing total capacity to 940 KWe
  • Energy-Efficient Equipment: Replaced 850 PCs with power-efficient laptops in FY 2023-24 , increasing total laptops replaced to 2350
  • Miyawaki Forest: Planted over 8,000 plants from 28 indigenous species
  • CO2e Emission Estimation Platform: Launched EngCO2 TM, a web-based platform for estimating CO2e emissions, covering Scope-1 and Scope-2 emissions
  • Enhanced Digitisation: Increased digitisation of internal processes to reduce paper use, with online access to national and international codes and standards

Future Initiatives

  • Additional Solar Power Installation: Planning to install an additional 427 KWe capacity solar power panels
  • Energy Efficiency: Enhancing energy efficiency of the HVAC system at Gurugram and implementing measures to foster energy efficiency at the Delhi office
  • Renewable Energy Transition: Gradual shift from conventional electricity to renewable energy sources through long-term agreements
  • Rooftop Wind Power Plant Pilot: Implementing a rooftop wind power plant in Mumbai office as a pilot project
  • Compressed Biogas (CBG) Plant: Planning a demonstration CBG plant, with a 20 Nm3/day output capacity, utilising kitchen and horticulture waste at the Gurugram office
  • Waste Paper Recycling: Installing a demonstration scale waste paper recycling facility at Gurgaon office complex