Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Ethics, Transparency and Accountability
• Sustainable Product Lifecycle
• Employee Wellbeing
• Stakeholder Engagement
• Human Rights
• Environmental Protection
• Responsible Policy Influence
• Inclusive Growth
• Responsible Customer Engagement

Environmental Achievements

• Transitioned from OHSAS 18001:2007 to ISO 45001:2018
• Transitioned from NABL ISO/IEC 17025:2005 to ISO/IEC 17025:2017
• Included KEI Silvassa plant in NABL ISO/IEC 17025:2017
• Started poly winding wire production
• Developed HDPE sheet manufacturing for cable drum packaging to replace wooden battens
• Supplied cables in steel drums instead of wooden drums (80" & above)
• Recycled PVC compound in-house
• Circulated water in a closed loop in manufacturing
• Used Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) water for gardening and washing
• Invested in 3.5 MW solar roof panels in Bhiwadi, Chopanki & Pathredi plants
• Stopped pickling process in stainless steel wire division to avoid acid/chemical use
• Used Natural Gas instead of Diesel and Furnace Oil in boilers & furnaces
• Installed Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) and Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) Plant
• Replaced DC drives with Energy Efficient AC Drives

Social Achievements

• Implemented CSR programs through different agencies
• Provided 100% safety training to permanent and contractual employees
• Provided 95% skill upgradation training to permanent employees and 85% to contractual employees
• Provided 100% skill upgradation training to permanent women employees

Governance Achievements

• Established a Whistle Blower Policy and Code of Conduct for Senior Management
• Annual assessment of BR performance by the Board of Directors

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Not disclosed

Mitigation Strategies

• Not disclosed

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Periodic evaluation of suppliers to confirm compliance

Responsible Procurement

• Well-defined procurement procedure in IMS (PT/P/06)

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Null

Certifications: ISO 45001:2018, ISO/IEC 17025:2017

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• HDPE sheet for cable drum packaging

Awards & Recognition

• Not disclosed

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Energy Management
• Health and Safety
• Human rights practices
• Supply Chain Management
• Employee Practices & Benefits
• Regulatory & Legal Compliances

Environmental Achievements

• Improved diversity by 14.4% over FY 22
• Reduced energy intensity by 9.27% over FY 22
• Reduced water intensity by 4.30% over FY22
• Reduced emission intensity by 8.66% over FY22
• Renewable energy installed capacity of 3.78 MWp
• 100% LED lighting at Manufacturing units
• Energy savings of approximately 20767.21 GJ in FY23 from VFD installation

Social Achievements

• Regular health and safety trainings to all employees and workers
• Job specific and personal development trainings provided to employees
• Leadership development program implemented
• Code of Conduct policy to manage conflict of interests among board members

Governance Achievements

• Code of Conduct policy covering anti-corruption and anti-bribery aspects
• Separate Anti-corruption and Anti-bribery policy in place
• Board of Directors oversight over sustainability
• Risk Management committee responsible for decision-making on sustainability-related aspects

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Environmental risks related to energy management
• Workplace hazards impacting productivity, finances, and reputation
• Human rights risks related to fair working environment, equal opportunities, and freedom of association
• Supply chain risks associated with procurement, production, and labor disputes
• Risks associated with employee development programs and employee benefits
• Risks of non-compliance with industry laws and regulations

Mitigation Strategies

• Comprehensive resource management plans aligned with environment conservation strategy
• OHSMS- ISO 45001 certification and regular health and safety trainings
• Training and awareness programs on human rights for employees and workers
• Due-diligence process before engaging with suppliers
• Structured employee development and engagement programs
• Code of conduct, Vigil Mechanism/ Whistle Blower Policy and insider trading policies

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct aligned with global best practices
• Due-diligence process before engaging with suppliers
• 90.57% of purchased inputs by value sourced sustainably

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Opportunities

• Transition to renewable energy sources for cost savings

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: NGRBC

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, IEC, RoHS & REACH compliant, CE MARKING, RDSO, SABS, SANS, UL certifications

Third-party Assurance: CARE Advisory Research & Training Ltd.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Power cables
• Rubber cables
• Solar cables

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• GHG emissions & Climate Change
• Product Stewardship
• Natural Resource Management
• Supply Chain Sustainability
• Human Capital Development
• Occupational Health & Safety
• Governance and ethical business conduct
• Transparency, accountability and reporting

Environmental Achievements

• Scope 1 & 2 emission intensity reduction 10.5%
• Energy intensity reduction 2.4%
• Renewable energy improvement 5%
• Waste to Landfill 0%
• Waste intensity reduction 7.5%
• A state-of-the-art rooftop solar power system with a capacity of 3.905 MW has been installed
• Transitioned from using diesel and furnace oil to natural gas in our boilers
• Implemented an online energy monitoring system
• Installed a Zero Liquid Discharge Plant to treat wastewater
• All plants are equipped with Sewage Treatment Plants

Social Achievements

• OHSAS 45001:2018 certified
• CSR initiatives focusing on eradicating hunger, promoting healthcare, education, environmental sustainability, and animal welfare
• Commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace

Governance Achievements

• Implementation of Salesforce CRM software
• Implementation of digital platform to collect and monitor ESG data
• Introduction of BoardPAC for digital board access
• Introduction of KEI Connect and KEI Supply Beam apps

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• GHG emissions and climate change risks (supply chain disruptions, regulatory penalties, investor concerns)
• Natural resource management (availability of resources)
• Supply chain sustainability (environmental and social responsibility)
• Human capital development (productivity, creativity, competitiveness)
• Occupational health and safety (risks to life and property)
• Governance and ethical business conduct (breaches and failings)

Mitigation Strategies

• Building awareness on climate change, monitoring and reporting performance, engaging with subject matter expertise, communicating initiatives to stakeholders
• Efficient use of natural resources, identifying alternative sources, using renewable resources, engaging with suppliers
• Engaging with value chain partners, onboarding ESG due diligence, evaluating partners on best practices
• Implementing training programs, creating career development programs, promoting work-life balance, empowering employee feedback
• Implementing health and safety measures, providing training, conducting audits, implementing ISO 45001
• Training and awareness on best practices, clear guidance with policy framework, regular audits, stakeholder engagement

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 65% of value chain partners (by value)

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct aligned with global best practices
• ESG due diligence during onboarding

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Extreme weather events disrupting supply chain

Transition Risks

• Regulatory changes

Opportunities

• Improving efficiencies and sustainability of business operations and product offerings