KRBL Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023-24)
Reporting Period: 2023-24
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:12,107.63 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 17,854.36 tCO2e (Scope 2) = 29,962 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:12,107.63 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:17,854.36 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:90%
Total Energy Consumption:17,91,327.98 GJ (renewable) + 1,27,452.15 GJ (non-renewable) = 19,18,780.13 GJ
Water Consumption:2,94,575.18 KL (withdrawal)
Waste Generated:30,739.19 metric tons
Carbon Intensity:556.40 mgCo2e/` (total Scope 1 and 2)
ESG Focus Areas
- Product Quality and Safety
- Ethics and Governance
- Responsible Marketing and Communication
- Health, Safety and Well-being
- Climate Change
- Waste Management
- Sustainable Packaging
- Climate Resilient Agriculture
- Community Relations
- Sustainable Sourcing
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced plastic usage by 10 metric tons in FY 2024.
- Collected, recycled, and safely disposed of over 2,600 tonnes of plastic waste in FY 2023-24.
- 90% of total energy requirements for plant operations were met from renewable sources.
- Commissioning of an additional turbine to eliminate reliance on grid electricity.
- Transitioned 90% of lighting infrastructure to LED technology.
- Designated 3000 sq. m for Miyawaki plantation.
- Planted 20,000 Eucalyptus trees across 30 acres to mitigate groundwater seepage.
Social Achievements
- Implemented a comprehensive contact farming initiative, providing IPM kits to farmers.
- Spent approx. ₹24.75 Crores in CSR initiative towards establishing an educational institute.
- Spent ₹5.76 Crores to operate a Centralized Kitchen mid-day meals, serving 63 lac meals.
- Supported 800 additional beneficiaries through various CSR initiatives.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented AMS (Artwork Management System) for streamlined artwork approval workflow.
- Implemented DataKart system for barcode and QR code management and consumer information sharing.
- First organization in rice industry to be BRCGS ETRS assessed with a 5/5 score.
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- Water neutrality
- Energy conservation
- Plastic Neutrality
Short-term Goals:
- Strengthening sustainability in the value chain by FY 2024-25.
- Extend BRCGS ETRS assessment for the Unit for FY 2024-25.
- Incorporate 30% recycled plastics into Category 1 products and 10% in Category 2 products by FY 2025-26.
Environmental Challenges
- Reducing dependence on fossil fuels and grid electricity.
- Supply chain disruptions
- Climate change impacts on agriculture and water resources.
- Maintaining product quality and safety across the supply chain.
Mitigation Strategies
- Increasing the share of renewable energy (wind, solar, biomass).
- Implementing energy efficiency initiatives and using technology for green logistics.
- Promoting regenerative agriculture practices.
- Implementing VACCP and TACCP protocols to mitigate food fraud and fortify food defense measures.
- Maintaining a sophisticated Transport Management System (TMS).
- Ensuring compliance with various certifications standards (FSSC 22000, SQF, BRC, Halal).
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Sustainable sourcing policy
- Sourcing from MSMEs and small producers
- Monitoring suppliers on social compliance parameters
- Ethical Trading Initiative Code followed in manufacturing plants
- Paddy Purchase App for real-time monitoring of procurement parameters.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Climate change impacts on agriculture and water resources
Transition Risks
- Increased regulatory scrutiny
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and processes