Climate Change Data

Manaksia Steels Limited

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023-24)

Reporting Period: 2023-24

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Installed pollution control equipment to reduce emissions
  • Prioritized the use of relatively clean LPG over high-sulphur liquid fuels
  • Manufactured products that are environmentally friendly and recyclable
  • Enhanced tree plantation initiatives across manufacturing units
  • Invested in cutting-edge technologies to lower energy consumption
  • Installed a 1 MW solar plant for captive energy consumption

Social Achievements

  • Conducted comprehensive training programs to educate workers on safety measures
  • Established standard operating protocols to enhance employee safety
  • Organised health camps providing free health check-ups as part of its commitment to employee wellness
  • Offered detailed education and training programs on the hazards associated with handling toxic chemicals
  • Prioritised safety through proactive measures, including a well-defined safety policy, regular awareness initiatives, periodic performance reporting, recruitment of experienced professionals, comprehensive training, mock drills, and investment in state-of-the-art equipment
  • Appointed a dedicated safety officer to reinforce commitment to employee health and safety, ensuring compliance with industry standards and best practices

Governance Achievements

  • Appointed experienced and independent directors
  • Established a Whistle blower mechanism enabling employees to report concerns directly to the Chairman of the Audit Committee
  • Addressed investor complaints promptly and efficiently
  • Promoted real-time internal audit engagement with auditors, submitting quarterly audit reports to the Audit Committee and Board, along with an Action Taken report
  • Developed policies in accordance with the Companies Act and SEBI regulations to ensure compliance and uphold good governance practices
  • Conducted separate meetings of Independent Directors to evaluate the performance of individual Directors and the Board
  • Provided the Board with updates on statutory and regulatory amendments from various government departments
  • Maintained transparent communication with shareholders, ensuring that all price-sensitive information was disclosed through official announcements to the stock exchanges

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Inadequacy to meet demand for color-coated sheets due to rising demand
  • Raw material scarcity impacting production of color-coated sheets
  • Lower product demand due to buyers anticipating further price declines
Mitigation Strategies
  • Improved asset utilization by increasing process speed while maintaining quality standards
  • Diversified raw material sourcing channels
  • Monitored the market, maintained close engagement with distributors, optimized in-trade inventory, and adjusted production levels

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Sourcing 40% of hot rolled coil and Galvalume requirements from two of India’s largest primary steel manufacturers
  • Sourcing around 60% of key indigenous raw materials within a 500-km radius

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: UNGC

Certifications: ISO 9001-2015

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Aluzinc roofing