GMR Power and Urban Infra Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022-23, 2023-24)
Reporting Period: 2022-23
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:1,26,05,008 Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent (Scope 1 & 2 Energy Sector)
Scope 1 Emissions:1,26,05,008 Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent (Energy Sector)
Scope 2 Emissions:926 Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent (Energy Sector)
Scope 3 Emissions:2,15,751.20 Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent (Energy Sector)
Renewable Energy Share:0%
Total Energy Consumption:11,07,65,505.3 GJ (Energy Sector)
Water Consumption:2,53,14,598 kilolitres (Energy Sector)
Waste Generated:930463.234 metric tonnes (Energy Sector)
Carbon Intensity:2139 tCO2e/crore turnover (GPUIL)
ESG Focus Areas
- Energy Management
- Climate Change and GHG Emissions
- Waste management
- Workforce health and safety
- Road User Safety
- Employee Development and Engagement
- Talent attraction and retention
- Protection of Human Rights
- Land Use & Biodiversity
- Community relations
Environmental Achievements
- 100% ash utilization is ensured. Cumulative fly ash is null. Total legacy ash also utilized.
- DFDS installed at truck tippler To mitigate fugitive emission during unloading of coal
Social Achievements
- Various community development initiatives implemented by GMRVF benefiting communities around business locations.
- Grievance mechanism for communities implemented through GMRVF.
Governance Achievements
- Board approved anti-corruption and anti-bribery policy implemented.
- ESG Committee of the Board responsible for decision-making on sustainability issues.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- 5% Reduction on achieved target of FY 23 for Hazardous, Non-Hazardous and Municipal waste (GWEL & GKEL)
- 100% Ash Utilization (GWEL & GKEL)
- Reduction in Specific water consumption of GWEL & GKEL
- Implementation of Water Efficiency Management system at GKEL
- Setting up solar Plant (1 MW) for replacing Township Power with Renewable (GKEL)
Environmental Challenges
- Climate Change and GHG emissions: Extreme Weather Events, Resource Scarcity, Regulatory Compliance, Stakeholder Expectations
- Energy Management: Energy Costs, Energy Security, Regulatory Compliance, Environmental Performance
- Land Use & Biodiversity: Land Acquisition and Permitting, Habitat Destruction and Biodiversity Loss, Natural Resource Scarcity
Mitigation Strategies
- Resilient Infrastructure, Climate Risk Assessment, Stakeholder Engagement (Climate Change)
- Energy Efficiency Measures, Energy Management Systems, Stakeholder Engagement (Energy Management)
- Stakeholder Engagement (Land Use & Biodiversity)
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 100%
Responsible Procurement
- Locally sourced inputs (8.2% of total procurement)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme Weather Events
Transition Risks
- Regulatory Compliance
- Carbon Pricing
- Stranded Assets
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, SEBI BRSR
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14064, ISO 26000, SA 8000
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Five Star rating and Sword of Honor in British Safety Council (GWEL)
Reporting Period: 2023-24
Environmental Metrics
Scope 1 Emissions:1,03,81,737 Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent
Scope 2 Emissions:27,220 Metric tonnes of CO2 equivalent
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Energy Management
- Waste Management
- Workforce health and safety
- Road Safety
- Human Rights
- Employee Development
Environmental Achievements
- Successful initiation of transition to green energy projects
- Target deployment of 500 MW of clean energy over the next two years
- Target 90% recovery / reuse / upcycling of waste annually
- Infrastructure developed to improve fallibility and maintain 100% fly ash utilization
- Rooftop Solar PV plant installation, Dry Fog Dust Suppression (DFDS) system installed for coal unloading points, installation of Ambient Air Monitoring System and Mercury Analyzer installed in power plants.
Social Achievements
- Initiated implementation of a large-scale smart metering project to improve energy efficiency and financial sustainability of discoms
- Continuous community development initiatives through GMR Varalakshmi Foundation, impacting thousands of lives positively
- Maintenance of high standards in corporate governance and ethical business practices
- Reduce LTIFR (Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate) by 5% on yearly basis
Governance Achievements
- ESG Committee of the Board is responsible for decision making on sustainability related issues
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce GHG emission intensity per unit of energy by ~28% by 2030 over 2021-22 baseline
Short-term Goals:
- Target deployment of 500 MW of clean energy over the next two years
- Target 90% recovery / reuse / upcycling of waste annually
- Reduce LTIFR by 5% on yearly basis
Environmental Challenges
- Increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events can cause disruption in operations and lead to increased maintenance and repair costs.
- Failure to comply with Climate Change regulations can result in fines, penalties, and reputational damage.
- High energy consumption and inefficient energy management can result in high energy costs.
- Dependence on fossil fuels and centralized energy systems can pose risks to energy security.
- Non-compliance with energy regulations can result in fines and penalties, as well as reputational damage.
- High energy consumption and emissions can have negative environmental impacts.
- The energy sector is subject to a wide range of human rights regulations, and non-compliance can result in financial penalties and legal liability.
Mitigation Strategies
- Structured system of ISO 14064 for disclosing Climate change emissions to reduce emissions.
- Investing in resilient infrastructure, such as flood barriers and drainage systems.
- Conducting a climate risk assessment to identify climate-related risks and develop adaptation strategies.
- Implementing energy efficiency measures, such as upgrading lighting systems, HVAC systems, and building insulation.
- Adopting energy management systems, such as energy monitoring and building automation systems.
- Engaging with stakeholders, such as regulators, customers, and local communities.
- Various policies such as the Code of Conduct, Whistle blower Policy, Disciplinary Policy, Policy against Sexual Harassment, and Policy on Work Environment.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Increased frequency and intensity of extreme weather events
Transition Risks
- Failure to comply with Climate Change regulations
Awards & Recognition
- Five Star rating and Sword of Honor in British Safety Council