Climate Change Data

GUJARAT INDUSTRIES POWER COMPANY LIMITED

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2018-07 to 2018-12, 2022-2023, 2023-24)

Reporting Period: 2018-07 to 2018-12

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Greenbelt development on 123.4 hectares with 201100 trees planted.
  • Construction of catch drains and siltation ponds to manage silt and sediment flows.
  • Regular monitoring of groundwater levels and quality.
  • Digital processing of the entire lease area using remote sensing techniques.

Social Achievements

  • No cases of wells going dry in nearby villages due to mining activities.
  • Occupational health surveillance program undertaken periodically.
  • Adequate training and information on safety and health aspects provided to workers.

Governance Achievements

  • Establishment of an Environmental Management Cell.
  • Separate financial provisions for environmental protection allocated in the annual budget.
  • Regular submission of environmental monitoring data to relevant authorities.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Potential for groundwater depletion due to mining activities.
  • Management of fugitive dust emissions.
  • Maintaining compliance with environmental regulations.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Groundwater level monitoring through piezometers.
  • Dust suppression measures such as water spraying and road grading.
  • Regular environmental monitoring and reporting to authorities.

Supply Chain Management

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Period: 2022-2023

Environmental Metrics

Scope 1 Emissions:10,423.91 Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent (2022-23)
Scope 2 Emissions:2,949.22 Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent (2022-23)
Water Consumption:60,40,300.00 kilolitres (2022-23)
Waste Generated:4,07,059.9 metric tonnes (2022-23)
Carbon Intensity:0.0953 (2022-23), 0.1071 (2021-22)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Protection
  • Safety
  • Renewable Energy
  • CSR

Environmental Achievements

  • Achieved Zero Accident Level in FY 2022-23 in mining operations.
  • Replaced internals of nine fields of Electrostatic Precipitator (ESP) at Surat Lignite Power Plant to reduce SPM emission.
  • Created Limestone Storage Capacity of about 55,000 MT for better SO2 emission management.
  • Planted 188 trees in Plant and Colony premises.

Social Achievements

  • Undertook CSR projects in Health, Education, Livelihood, and Village Infrastructure Development.
  • Maintained cordial industrial relations at Vadodara and SLPP Plants.
  • Provided training to upgrade employee skills.

Governance Achievements

  • Complied with the provisions of the Companies Act, 2013, Rules, Regulations, Guidelines, and Secretarial Standards.
  • Successfully recertified for Integrated Management System (IMS) with ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018 & ISO 50001:2018 certifications.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Completion of 2375 MW Khavda Renewable Energy Park by December 2026.

Environmental Challenges

  • Lower than budgeted Plant Load Factor (PLF) at Surat Lignite Power Plant (SLPP) Phase-I and Phase-II due to system partial loading, unit outages, and backing down by SLDC.
  • Lower than budgeted generation at wind farms due to low wind velocity.
  • Generation affected at solar power projects due to heavy rain/water logging and cable faults.
  • Vadodara gas-based stations not in operation due to non-availability of cheap gas.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Constant endeavors to improve overall performance of units, including technology improvement and modifications.
  • Required maintenance program undertaken.
  • Created lignite stock to meet demand during monsoon.
  • Transitioning to more solar power generation assets to mitigate impact from abnormal wind speed.
  • Developing systems to isolate power stations from grid disturbances.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Preference given to suppliers in nearby locality and within Gujarat.
  • Encouragement of supplier ISO accreditations and sustainability initiatives.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Increased temperature and heat waves
  • Water scarcity
  • Disruptive weather events
Opportunities
  • Net-zero transition

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Ind AS, SEBI (Listing Obligations and Disclosure Requirements) Regulations, 2015

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 50001:2018

Third-party Assurance: CNK & Associates LLP

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)

Production of electricity at lower costs, thereby helping address energy poverty.

Awards & Recognition

  • Fly Ash Utilization Award-2023
  • Best Performing Utility Scale Solar Project Year 2022-23 PSU Category
  • Power Plant Performance Award-2023
  • Best Performing Wind Power Project FY 2022-23 - Diamond Category
  • Water Optimisation Award Winner - 2023
  • Power Plant Performance Award-2022
  • Environment Excellence Award-2022
  • National Efficiency Award-2023

Reporting Period: 2023-24

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:37,58,408.07 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:34,70,579.09 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:2,87,829.98 tCO2e/year
Water Consumption:59,47,728 m3/year
Waste Generated:4,02,774.58 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:533.29 tCO2e/INR lakh (adjusted for PPP)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Replaced sodium lamps with energy-efficient LED bulbs, contributing to reduced energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Implemented process-related and technology-focused changes in power generation, reducing fuel usage and GHG emissions.
  • Achieved 100% capture and sale of fly ash for use in green cement/concrete.

Social Achievements

  • Maintained 'zero accidents' across operations.
  • Provided various wellbeing measures for employees and workers, including health insurance, accident insurance, and recreational facilities.
  • Implemented robust business practices to prevent corruption and bribery.

Governance Achievements

  • Implemented robust business practices in relation to corruption and bribery, including a Vigil Mechanism and Whistleblower policy.
  • Established a Grievance Redressal mechanism for all business stakeholders.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased temperature and heat waves impacting workforce health and safety.
  • Water scarcity potentially impacting production processes.
  • Disruptive weather events potentially impacting operations.
  • Emissions management to comply with emission norms.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Mechanized mining operations with air-conditioned cabins.
  • Infrastructure to reduce impact of extreme heat and adequate worker rest areas.
  • Access to various water sources and a reservoir for emergency water requirements.
  • Transitioning to more solar power generation assets.
  • Implementing latest technology and industry-leading practices to reduce air and greenhouse gas emissions.
  • Engaging external government-accredited third parties for audits and checks.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Regular evaluation of key CAPEX suppliers on environmental and social parameters.
  • Preference given to local suppliers within Gujarat.
  • Encouragement of supplier international or domestic accreditations/certifications.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Increased temperature and heat waves
  • Water scarcity
  • Disruptive weather events
Opportunities
  • Net-zero transition

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: NGRBC

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 50001:2018

Third-party Assurance: Not Applicable

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 7 - Affordable and Clean Energy