ASTRA MICROWAVE PRODUCTS LIMITED
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019-2020, 2022-04 to 2023-03, 2023-04 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2019-2020
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- CSR
- Employee Well-being
- Environment
Environmental Achievements
- Adequate measures taken to conserve and reduce energy consumption.
- Emissions/waste generated within permissible limits.
Social Achievements
- Cordial and harmonious industrial relations.
- Policy on Prevention of Sexual Harassment of Women at Workplace adopted.
- CSR expenditure of Rs. 110.75 Lakhs (2.3% of PAT).
Governance Achievements
- Compliance with Corporate Governance requirements.
- Five Board Meetings held.
- Five Audit Committee meetings held.
- Four Nomination and Remuneration Committee meetings held.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic impacting business operations (plant closure March 22 - May 3, 2020).
- Uneven and skewed sales pattern due to dependence on government decisions.
- Lumpy nature of defence export business due to offset provisions and export regulations.
Mitigation Strategies
- Measures taken to mitigate the impact of COVID-19.
- Close monitoring of supply chain, cash conservation, fixed cost control, and investment in growth areas.
- Exploring organic and inorganic options to stabilize top-line performance.
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Ind AS
Third-party Assurance: Price Waterhouse Chartered Accountants LLP
Reporting Period: 2022-04 to 2023-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:3,019.55 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:1,188.03 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:2,831.52 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:18,363.15 GJ/year
Water Consumption:24,823.04 kl/year
Waste Generated:13.83 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Installed a solar power plant to increase renewable energy consumption.
- Implemented sewage treatment plants (STPs) across units to manage wastewater.
Social Achievements
- Prioritized employee training and development.
- Established a grievance portal for vendors, customers, investors, and employees.
Governance Achievements
- Developed a Business Responsibility and Reporting (BRR) policy.
- Bangalore building achieved a 5-star GRIHA rating.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Data availability and quality
- Regulatory uncertainties
- Evolving investor expectations
Mitigation Strategies
- Continuously monitoring and adapting to challenges to ensure sustainability practices align with best standards and practices.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Not disclosed
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 14001:2015, ISO 27001:2013
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:3373.54 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:653.34 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:2720.20 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:25.3%
Total Energy Consumption:20201.77 MWh/year
Water Consumption:49123.74 m3/year
Waste Generated:17.56 tons/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Invested in a solar power plant to increase reliance on renewable energy sources.
- Implemented sewage treatment plants (STPs) across all units to ensure responsible water use and minimize environmental footprint.
- Bangalore building holds a 5-star GRIHA rating.
Social Achievements
- Established a transparent and efficient grievance portal for vendors, customers, investors, and employees.
- Prioritize employee training and development.
Governance Achievements
- Regularly reviews and updates policies to ensure they remain relevant and effective.
- Board oversees the review of governance practices and structures.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Data availability
- Evolving regulations
- Investor expectations
Mitigation Strategies
- Continuous monitoring and adapting to challenges.
- Setting clear targets in key areas such as poverty eradication, energy use, sustainable transport, health, and promoting full employment.