JK Lakshmi Cement Ltd.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-04 to 2023-03, 2023-04 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2021-04 to 2023-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:58,15,363 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:53,80,820 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:4,34,543 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:1,25,528 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:35% of total energy use
Total Energy Consumption:2,47,73,670 GJ/year
Water Consumption:11,52,045 KL/year
Waste Generated:33,646.44 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:0.09579 Kg CO2/` turnover (Scope 1 & 2) in FY 2022-23
ESG Focus Areas
- Decarbonization
- Circular economy
- Responsible product and sustainable supply chain
- Biodiversity and natural resource conservation
- Empowering human capital
- Stakeholder experience
- Technology utilization
- Strategic CSR
Environmental Achievements
- Increased green power share to 35% in FY 2022-23, aiming for 100% by 2040 (RE100 commitment)
- Thermal substitution rate increased to 4.1% in FY 2022-23, aiming for 20% by FY 2029-30
- Reduced GHG emissions (Scope 1 & 2) from 59,02,543 metric tonnes in FY 2021-22 to 58,15,363 metric tonnes in FY 2022-23
- Reduced Scope 3 emissions from 1,32,557 metric tonnes in FY 2021-22 to 1,25,528 metric tonnes in FY 2022-23
- Achieved 4.0X water positivity, aiming for 5X by 2025
- Successfully implemented a 500 KWp solar power plant at Cuttack grinding unit and an 8 MWp solar project at Sirohi unit (44% of unit's total electricity consumption)
Social Achievements
- Positive impact on over 2,25,000 lives through CSR projects in education, healthcare, skill development, and environmental conservation
- Received Golden Peacock Award for CSR excellence
- Implemented a loyalty program for dealers with 92% coverage in FY 2022-23
- Mobile app-based loyalty program for masons and contractors with over 100,000 members
- No complaints recorded on human rights issues in FY 2021-22 and FY 2022-23
Governance Achievements
- Established a robust governance framework to oversee climate change-related actions, including a Risk Management Committee at the Board level
- Implemented a comprehensive compliance management system
- Developed a web-based legal compliance tool, “Compliance Manager”
- Established a Code of Conduct for Management Cadre Staff and Board Members
- In place a policy on Vigil Mechanism and Whistle Blower Policy
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net-zero emissions by 2047
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve 80% or more renewable energy share by 2030
- Achieve 76% blended cement by FY 2030
Short-term Goals:
- Increase renewable energy share to 50% by 2025
- Increase TSR to 12% in the first phase and 20% in the second phase by FY 2029-30
- Become 5 times Water Positive by FY 2024-25
Environmental Challenges
- Climate change risks (physical risks like floods, cyclones, droughts; transition risks from regulatory changes, technology, and market shifts)
- Economic Value & Business Performance
- Customer Satisfaction
- Integrity and Transparency
- Compliance to Regulation
- Human Capital Development
- Community Development
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Energy and Emissions
- Water Management
- Resource Conservation
- Supply chain management
- Operational Efficiency
Mitigation Strategies
- Multifaceted approach to climate change mitigation including diversifying business, focusing on low-carbon products, decarbonizing energy mix, exploring CCS technologies, implementing energy management systems, increasing renewable energy use, implementing water management strategies, establishing comprehensive health and safety programs, engaging in transparent communication, supporting community development initiatives, ensuring compliance with labor laws, investing in energy-efficient technologies and alternative fuels
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Prioritizing suppliers committed to reducing environmental impact and complying with laws
- Sustainable sourcing of raw materials
- Digital registration of vendors with ESG criteria
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Floods
- Cyclones
- Droughts
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Technological advancements
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
- Increased use of renewable energy
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, UN SDGs, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 50001:2018, ISO 45001:2018
Third-party Assurance: BSI Group India Private Limited (AA1000AS V3, Type-2 Moderate Level assurance)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Blended cement
- Low-carbon cement
Awards & Recognition
- Golden Peacock Award for CSR excellence
Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:5827444.13 MTCO2e (Gross), 5756316 MTCO2e (Net)
Scope 1 Emissions:5756316 MTCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:186551 MTCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:136442 MTCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:38%
Total Energy Consumption:26003067 GJ
Water Consumption:1085419 KL
Waste Generated:97.98 MT
Carbon Intensity:584 Kg CO2e/ton cement
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- GHG Emissions
- Water Management
- Waste Management
- Circular Economy
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Employee Diversity
- Human Rights Practices
- Employee Training & Development
- Board Diversity & Independence
- ESG Oversight
- Business Ethics & Anti-Corruption
- Regulatory Compliance & Transparency
- Product Safety & Quality
- Supply Chain Management
- Risk Management
- Community Development
- Biodiversity & Land Use
- Energy Conservation
- Product Stewardship
- Social License
- Branding & Reputation
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions to 584 kg per ton of cement equivalent in FY 2023-24 in Scope I & Scope II from 599 kg per ton of cement equivalent in FY 2022-23
- Achieved 38% share of renewable energy in total power requirement
- Achieved 7.0% Thermal Substitution Rate (TSR)
- 5.48X water positive
- Zero liquid discharge
- 97.87% of waste recovered
Social Achievements
- Directly impacted lives of 2,66,786 Beneficiaries through CSR initiatives
- 100% customer complaints resolved
- Zero man-days loss due to IR issues
- Inauguration of Shripati Singhania Skill Centre
Governance Achievements
- 100% Regulatory Compliance
- Reconstituted CSR Committee as “CSR & Sustainability Committee”
- Robust internal compliance management system
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- 100% renewable energy by 2040
- Net-zero emissions by 2047
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve 60% renewable energy by 2030
- Achieve 20% TSR by 2030
- Net-zero emissions by 2047
- Majority of total active vendor / suppliers to be covered under the due diligence.
Short-term Goals:
- Increase renewable energy share to above 48% in FY 2024-25
- Achieve 5X water positivity by 2025
- Increase TSR to 11% by FY 2024-25
- 20% of total active vendor / suppliers to be covered under the due diligence per year.
Environmental Challenges
- Market demand fluctuations
- Volatile energy prices
- Stringent environmental regulations
- Heightened competition
- Limestone availability
Mitigation Strategies
- Waste heat recovery
- Solar and wind power plants
- Alternative fuels and raw materials
- Renewable energy through PPAs
- Operational efficiency improvements
- Aggressive participation in mining lease auctions
- Strategic tie-ups with captive power plants
- Focus on adding quality network
- Expansion of value-added products business
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Sustainable vendor selection
- Prioritization of rail transportation
- Sourcing of low-lead raw materials
- Efficient industrial waste co-processing
- Green Procurement criteria for vendor assessment
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
- Increased use of renewable energy
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: IIRC, GRI Standards 2021 (with reference), BRSR, UNGC, RE 100, EP 100, GCCA
Certifications: ISO 45001, GreenPro
Third-party Assurance: Bureau Veritas Industrial Services (I) Pvt. Ltd.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
- Goal 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
- Goal 13 (Climate Action)
- Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
- Goal 4 (Quality Education)
- Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being)
CSR initiatives and sustainable practices contribute to these goals
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Blended cement
- LC3 cement
- Composite Green Cement
- AAC blocks
- Wall putty
- Gypsum plaster
- Ready-mix concrete
Awards & Recognition
- Energy Efficiency Gold Award
- Excellence in Energy Management Award
- SEEMS Silver Award
- Energy Excellent Unit Award 2023
- Best Employer Award 2023
- JKO Chairman People Management Award
- IEI Safety Innovation Award 2024
- FICCI Safety Systems Excellence Award
- International Safety Award
- CII SHE Excellence Award 2022-23
- Growcare Safety Award 2024
- Super Brand of the Year 2023
- Economic Times Iconic Brand of the year 2023
- Third fastest growing Indian cement company
- MTM Star Award 2023