NATURAL CAPITAL
Environmental degradation and climate change are some of the alarming challenges we face today. In an endeavour to be an environmentally responsible organisation, we strategise at proactively monitoring and reducing the environmental footprint of our operations by optimising the use of our natural resources, reducing emissions and translating our sustainability initiatives into lasting outcomes.
Strategies Impacted
S2 S4 S6 S7
SDGs Impacted
Material Issues Impacted
- Emissions
- Product stewardship and innovation
- Energy management
- Materials
- Supply chain management
- Biodiversity
- Waste management
- Water and effluent management
KEY HIGHLIGHTS
20-22 %
Electricity consumption from renewable sources (Solar and Wind Power)
05
CII GreenCo certified manufacturing plants
>1 GWh
Energy saved through ENCON initiatives
31 %
Water recycled
04
CII GreenPro Ecolabel certification for product groups
29
Enhanced energy performance of Borewell Submersible pumps with BEE 4-star and 5-star rating
>5,500
Number of solar pump sets sold
38 %
Recycled material used in foundries
ISO 14001:2015
Certified (Environment Management System) manufacturing plants
SCOPE 1, 2 & 3
GHG emission inventorisation
LEED CERTIFIED
Platinum-rated Green Building: Corporate Office
ISO 50001:2018
Certified (Energy Management System) manufacturing plants
TOWARDS GREENER PRODUCTS
- Recovering and reusing energy at Hydraulic Research Centre – Our patented pump models, PICO and PAT are designed for meeting smaller energy requirements in diverse industries. These pumps can be operated in reverse as a turbine for generating electricity
- PICO is generally used for meeting smaller energy requirements (up to 10 kW), while PAT can be used for meeting comparatively higher energy requirements (up to 1 MW)
- These solutions, which are installed as a full-fledged energy generation unit, are not just helping companies reduce their energy costs; they are also considered a potent alternative for combating global warming
GREENPRO ECOLABEL CERTIFICATION
We have earned CII GreenPro Ecolabel certification for our below product groups -
- Cast Iron Foundry Castings
- Alloy Cast Steel Foundry Castings
- End Suction Pump Series - DBxe and
- LLCTM (Lowest Life-cycle Cost) Series Horizontal Axially Split Case Pumps
It is evidence of our ongoing efforts to reduce the damaging environmental effects of production and development. The certified products use superior environmental solutions that surpass regulations to lessen their negative environmental effects and are in line with our inventiveness.
The Global Ecolabelling Network (GEN) recognises the GreenPro label as a Type-1 Ecolabel, ensuring accordance with global environmental standards.
This certification means that the products associated with the GreenPro label have less negative impact on the environment which helps in the reduction of energy use, and waste during construction, use and maintenance periods.
This milestone shows our leadership in driving sustainable practices within the industry and underscores its commitment to environmental stewardship.
- Lowest Lifecycle Cost Pumps KBL’s Lowest Lifecycle Cost (LLCTM) Pump series focusses on reduction in energy consumption and maintenance cost of the pumps. Due to their unique features, these lowest lifecycle cost pumps offer huge energy savings potential during their life span, without majorly reducing pump efficiency over a longer period, and result in low life cycle cost as compared with conventional pumps. The pumps enable reduction of around 1,000-1,200 MT CO2eq in their first 10 years of operations.
- Energy-Efficient PumpsWe have developed a highly efficient end-suction pump series (DBxe) which can save up to 20 MT CO2eq in the first 10 years of operations owing to greater efficiency. With thousands of such pumps being installed every year, it leads to significant savings on cost and energy consumption on an aggregate basis.
- Resource ConservationConserving resources through weight reduction in pumps through value engineering.
- Energy PerformanceEnhanced energy performance of 29 borewell submersible pumps with BEE 4-star and 5-star rating.
GROWING OUR GREEN BUSINESS
We take pride in crafting eco-friendly energy alternatives and being a driving force towards a greener future. Our revolutionary technology presents new avenues for meeting energy demands efficiently and economically within the industrial context. It delivers substantial ROI, while actively contributing to a sustainable tomorrow.
COMMITTED TO THE ENVIRONMENT
Green Building
- Our corporate office is LEED certified Platinum Rated Green Building
- Five of our manufacturing plants are CII GreenCo certified
Green Manufacturing
- Manufacturing highly efficient products with energy saving coatings that meet European MEI norms
- Replaced cupola furnace with induction furnace, reducing consumption of coke and allied emissions
- Using Natural Gas vis-à-vis LPG, as it is more eco-friendly
- Using recycled products as raw material inputs, reducing plastic consumption and effectively treating plastic waste
- Using zero discharge facilities, ensuring no release of toxic or non-biodegradable, non-recyclable waste and liquid discharge
- Our manufacturing facilities are certified for Environment Management (ISO 14001 : 2015) and Energy Management (ISO 50001 : 2018) Systems
- Actively engaging with suppliers on environmental initiatives to enhance green sourcing
- Adopting initiatives to reduce the use of wood and plastic in product packaging
Aiming for Energy Efficiency
- Using energy-efficient lighting system
- Installed online energy monitoring system at manufacturing plants
- Installed water heaters for utilisation of hot water
- Installed biogas plants for generating energy from food waste
- Making improvements through ENCON initiative within KBL Group of Companies
- Conducted Energy Audits for Dewas and Sanand plants
- Replaced existing reciprocating compressors with screw compressors (saving around 400,000 of kWh/year)
- Replaced ACS furnace existing control panel with IGBT-based induction furnace control panel (saving 36,000 kWh/year)
Promoting Use of Renewable Energy
- Renewable energy contributed ~20-22% to KBL’s total electricity consumption in FY 2023-24 (4.0 MW wind mills and 4.6 MW solar rooftop)
- Working on enhancing renewable energy’s contribution to 70% by FY 2025-26
Waste Management (Hazardous/Non-Hazardous Waste)
- Initiated EPR registration and filing of returns for plastic consumption
- Responsible disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste
- Improving waste management practices to target zero waste to landfill
- Installed biogas plants for generating energy from food waste
Conserving Biodiversity
- Engaged in biodiversity restoration at Central Ordnance Depot through CSR activities
- Developed special habitats and landscaping at Kirloskarvadi and Dewas plants
- Installed 50 sparrow houses in a green area at the periphery of Sanand plant to improve nature awareness and promote a culture to protect the environment
- Planted fruit trees within the Sanand unit and distributed saplings to employees at Kaniyur plant
- Set up and created Navgrah Vatika and medicinal garden at Dewas plant
Emissions Management
- Initiated GHG emissions Scope 1, 2 & 3 inventorisation across locations
- Working on to finalise Carbon Net Zero roadmap in FY 2024-25
- Working on reducing Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 40% in the next two years
- Promoting the value chain to evaluate GHG emissions and work on further emission reduction initiatives
Water Consumption
- Harvesting rainwater and recharging groundwater
- Reduced specific water consumption
- Water recycling through effluent and sewage treatment plants
- Modification in painting process to reduce water consumption
GHG Emissions (KBL standalone)
- GHG Scope 1 and 2 emission intensity - 0.02 tCO2eq/product
- GHG Scope 3 emission intensity - 0.14 tCO2eq/product
Note: All applicable categories of Scope 3 emissions are considered except category 11, whereas for category 15, investment only in India has been considered
SUBSIDIARY COMPANIES
KIRLOSKAR EBARA PUMPS LIMITED (KEPL)
Key Highlights / Major Achievements
- On the occasion of World Environment Day, tree plantation exercise conducted in Sawantpur village and in company premises. More than 80 grown-up trees planted
Green Initiatives
- Replacement of CFL lamps with LED lamps to reduce energy consumption by 44%
- VFD installed for 40 HP spindle motor on VTL-1200 machine to reduce energy consumption by 7%
- Replacement of diesel forklift by battery-operated electric forklifts to reduce carbon emission
- Replaced 160 KVA DG set (25 years old) with 200 KVA energy-efficient DG set to improve specific fuel consumption from 2.3 kWh/Litre to 4.0 kWh/Litre
- Replaced existing 4 TIG welding machines with new energy-efficient machines to reduce energy consumption by 8%
KARAD PROJECTS AND MOTORS LIMITED (KPML)
Key Highlights / Major Achievements
- Fitted emission control device for 750 KVA DG set
- Total 21 energy conservation projects completed, saving around 200,000 units per annum
- Enhancement in green energy contribution up to 65%
- Installed rainwater collection system in Stamping division, with 100% rain water collected and percolated in ground by using 7-8 bore wells
- Achieved 10% reduction in average electricity consumption vs FY 2022-23 in Component division
- Achieved 22% reduction in average diesel consumption vs FY 2022-23 in Component division
- Replaced traditional exhaust system of ovens by highly efficient blower system
- Achieved energy saving by using solar street lights
- Gained energy saving by installing centre facing machine VFD project
- Achieved energy savings through direct driven VFD operated air compressor
- Reduced diesel consumption for generator up to 50% vs previous year in Motor division
- Introduced system for installing 5-star rating air-conditioners and ceiling fans for energy savings
Resource Consumption** (FY 2023-24)
