Stove Kraft Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022-23, 2023-24)
Reporting Period: 2022-23
Environmental Metrics
Total Energy Consumption:2,50,89,483*
Water Consumption:13188
Waste Generated:484.1235 mt
ESG Focus Areas
- Energy Management
- Water and Wastewater management
- Human Rights
- Customer Education and Awareness
- Data Security
- Product Quality & Safety
- Health & Safety
- Product Design & Life cycle management
- Supply Chain Management
- Material Sourcing and Efficiency
Environmental Achievements
- Implemented energy saving technologies, optimizing production processes and reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- Adopted sustainable water management practices such as rainwater harvesting, water re-use, and green infrastructure, effectively reducing the impact of water scarcity.
- Implemented Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) systems at manufacturing locations.
- Incorporated energy-efficient practices in its production process by utilizing renewable energy sources and optimizing robotic and automated machinery.
- Implemented sustainable procurement practices to minimize environmental impact.
- Adopted low-carbon or carbon-neutral materials in its manufacturing processes
Social Achievements
- Prioritized the development and well-being of its employees
- Took up community engagement programmes by making a positive impact on society and environment
- Established a human rights policy that outlines its dedication to uphold human rights and prevent violations.
- Provided training to employees to raise awareness about human rights issues and promote best practices.
- Implemented various measures to ensure a safe and healthy workplace, including regular safety rounds, safety training, and provision of PPE.
- Provided on-site access to medical consultation services for both occupational and non-occupational health issues. Conducted annual health check-ups for all employees and workers.
Governance Achievements
- Formulated “Code of Conduct for Directors and Senior Management”
- Has a Whistle Blower Policy
- Has the “Code of Conduct for Insider Trading and Fair Disclosure of Unpublished Price Sensitive Information”
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Insufficient management of water and waste can cause disruptions in the operations of a manufacturing facility. Improper handling of waste can lead to increased expenses associated with waste disposal and meeting regulatory compliance requirements.
- Neglecting to respect and uphold human rights within a manufacturing company’s operations or supply chain can give rise to labour exploitation and potentially causing harm to the company’s reputation, and eliciting negative responses from consumers.
- Inadequate data security measures can make them vulnerable to cyber attacks, hacking, or insider threats, resulting in the theft or unauthorized access to proprietary information.
- Neglecting safety protocols, training, maintenance, and protective measures exposes employees to hazardous conditions with severe physical and mental health consequences.
- Disruptions in the supply chain can result in production delays and potential revenue loss. Maintaining consistent quality across the entire supply chain can be a challenging task.
Mitigation Strategies
- Adopted sustainable water management practices such as rainwater harvesting, water re-use, and green infrastructure
- Established a human rights policy and provided training to employees.
- Implemented measures to secure data, including access control, virus prevention, intrusion detection, data backups, authentication, monitoring, and review, with data classification guidelines to protect data integrity and secure information systems.
- Implemented various measures to ensure a safe and healthy workplace, including regular safety rounds, safety training, and provision of PPE.
- Implemented a strong supply chain mechanism that includes rigorous quality control checks. Diversified supplier base and created contingency plans for potential disruptions.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Sustainable sourcing procedures in place
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: BRSR (SEBI)
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015
Third-party Assurance: J. Sundharesan & Associates (limited assurance)
Reporting Period: 2023-24
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:60.11 tCO2e/year (Scope 1) and 0.00222 tCO2e/year (Scope 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:60.11 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:0.00222 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:55%
Total Energy Consumption:28.36 MWh/year
Water Consumption:25360 m3/year
Waste Generated:194.957 tons/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Skill Development
- Local Infrastructure Enhancement
- Environmental Sustainability
- Occupational Health & Safety
- Energy Conservation
- Human Resources
- Risk Management
- Corporate Social Responsibility
Environmental Achievements
- 55% of power consumption met through captive resources (renewable sources)
- Commissioned 4 MWp of Solar Power Plant, generating 6 million Units a year (20% of current consumption)
Social Achievements
- Successful participation in NAPS and NATS for skill development
- Contribution to infrastructure enhancements at the Tehsildar office in Kanakapura Taluk
- 70% female workforce
Governance Achievements
- Robust risk management framework
- Compliance with SEBI (LODR) Regulations
- Implementation of BIZOM for real-time tracking of field sales executives and service engineers
- Utilization of DMS for tracking secondary and tertiary sales
Climate Goals & Targets
Short-term Goals:
- Achieve 65% renewable energy by 2025-26
Environmental Challenges
- Higher input prices
- Irregular rainfall
- Rising operational, employee, and marketing costs
- Geopolitical unrest and growing trade route disruptions
- Recurring climate changes and shift in fuel prices
- Enhanced competitive pressure
Mitigation Strategies
- Cost-plus model to insulate from commodity price volatility
- Indigenization and backward integration
- Maintaining a healthy debt-equity ratio
- Natural hedge for foreign currency
- Robust credit monitoring policy
- Monetizing receivables
- Strong focus on innovation with extensive R&D
- Enhanced brand equity through marketing
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Sustainable sourcing procedures
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: BRSR
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Sustainable paper honeycomb packaging solutions
- Low-carbon materials
Awards & Recognition
- Retailer of the Year - Kitchenware at Asia Retail Congress 2024
- Emerging Retailer of the Year in Kitchen Appliances