Merino Industries Ltd.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-2022)
Reporting Period: 2021-2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:3.27 tCO2e/INR Crore of Revenue (FY2022)
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:70%
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:2.4 KL/ INR lac of Revenue (FY2022)
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Energy Management
- Water Management
- Waste Management
- Air Emissions Control
- Soil Conservation
- Sustainable Agriculture
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emission intensity from 6.89 tCO2e/INR crore of revenue in FY2019 to 3.27 in FY2022.
- Reduced water intensity from 4.2 KL/INR lac of revenue in FY2019 to 2.4 in FY2022.
- 70% of total energy requirement fulfilled from renewable and green sources.
- 9.43 MW solar system installed, generating 12.4 million kWh of electricity.
- 15.8 million kWh of electrical energy generated annually from biomass.
- Recycled or reused over 100,000 KL of water annually in Hapur.
- Achieved almost 70% water neutrality by March 31, 2022.
- Recycled and reused various wastes including paper, steel, aluminum, plastic, and plywood.
Social Achievements
- Developed a model small dairy farm with improved key performance indicators.
- Developed novel processes to create valuable products from potato and citrus peel waste.
- Planted over 10,000 saplings across India.
- Produced 200,000 kg of vermicompost annually.
- Implemented sustainable agricultural practices on around 80 hectares of farming land.
Governance Achievements
- Received a patent for a unique microbial consortium for rapid degradation of agricultural waste.
- Collaborated with VNIT Nagpur on various sustainability initiatives.
- Aligned with UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- IOT enablement of resource consumption measurement and monitoring by 2025.
Medium-term Goals:
- Plant over 25 lakhs to 100 lakhs of saplings annually under Agro-forestry model.
Short-term Goals:
- Become a net zero (Scope 1 and 2) organization by 2025.
- Achieve ZLD at all units within 2 years.
- Increase renewable energy contribution to 80% within one year.
Environmental Challenges
- Reducing dependence on fossil fuels.
- Meeting global standards in sustainability verification and certification.
- Anticipating and complying with emerging statutory requirements.
Mitigation Strategies
- Increased focus on renewable energy sources (biomass and solar).
- Collaboration with VNIT Nagpur for expertise and assessment.
- Proactive preparation for future regulations.
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: ISO 14044:2006 (LCA), ISO 14064:2006 (GHG)
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- 13: Climate Action
- 15: Life on Land
- 2: Zero Hunger
- 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Merino's initiatives contribute to these goals through renewable energy adoption, water conservation, waste reduction, carbon sequestration, sustainable agriculture, and job creation.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed