Arvind Limited

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2014-04 to 2016-03, 2019-04 to 2022-03)

Reporting Period: 2014-04 to 2016-03

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

Cotton
People
Money
Energy
Water
Chemicals

Environmental Achievements

Reduced injuries by 56% between FY 2014-15 & FY 2015-16
Decreased GHG emissions (direct+indirect) at Naroda by 11.78% in FY 2015-16
17.42% decrease in freshwater consumption at Naroda
100% process water requirement sourced through treated municipal wastewater at Bengaluru
Reduced freshwater consumption at Santej by enhancing the utilization of machine efficiency
Santej unit is a Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) plant since 1998
Recovered 1,232.14 metric tonnes of salt from wastewater and reused it in the process in FY 15-16

Social Achievements

Launched 'Gyanda' program providing education to thousands of urban poor children
Mainstreamed 'Arvind Clinics' initiative to provide quality healthcare at affordable rates
56% decrease in injuries between FY 2014-15 & FY 2015-16
Increased man-days of training given by 27% in FY 2015-16
Implemented NEEV, a comprehensive competency-based standard for identifying employee potential & structuring career growth

Governance Achievements

Established a new, more comprehensive compliance monitoring mechanism
Implemented a Whistle Blower Policy
Adopted a robust Enterprise Risk Management (ERM) framework

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Net zero emissions

Medium-term Goals:

Achieve further reduction in energy and water consumption
Improve chemical management system

Short-term Goals:

Expand Gyanda program to 6,500 students by 2020

Environmental Challenges

Supply chain disruptions due to farmers opting for alternative cash crops
Child labor in cotton farms
Maintaining a legal compliance framework amidst constant changes
Illegal strike at Santej plant
Maintaining cleanliness at the shop-floor
Fire risks in textile factories
Occupational hazards in the Santej unit
Water wastage in various processes
Hazardous chemical spills
Waste generation and management

Mitigation Strategies

Developed a five-year roadmap for BCI and organic cotton
Implemented a strict anti-child labor policy and mechanization projects
Created a customized repository of legal compliances and an online dashboard
Initiated dialogue with striking employees
Launched 'Swachh, Swasth, Surakshit' program
Installed a state-of-the-art fire protection system
Implemented a comprehensive safety management plan
Introduced technologies and processes to conserve water
Indigenized spill kits
Introduced auto dosing system for chemicals and dyes
Implemented waste reduction initiatives

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

Sustainable sourcing of cotton (BCI, organic)
Chemical Purchase Policy

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI G4 CORE guidelines

Certifications: ISO-50001:2011, ISO 9001:2008, ISO 14001:2004, GOTS Standard 3.0, SA8000:2008, OHSAS 18001:2007

Sustainable Products & Innovation

Neo Denim
Corduroy Denim
Recycled Polyester
Khadi Denim
Scafé Denim
Linen Denim
Excel Denim
Advanced Denim
Easy Wash
PFC-free finish
Tencel blends

Awards & Recognition

National Energy Conservation Award (Santej unit)

Reporting Period: 2019-04 to 2022-03

Environmental Metrics

Scope 1 Emissions:372,689 tCO2eq (FY2020), 287,658 tCO2eq (FY2021), 363,942 tCO2eq (FY2022)

Scope 2 Emissions:275,818 tCO2eq (FY2020), 193,347 tCO2eq (FY2021), 283,654 tCO2eq (FY2022)

Scope 3 Emissions:0 tCO2eq (FY2020), 246,196 tCO2eq (FY2021), 418,569 tCO2eq (FY2022)