KUANTUM PAPERS LIMITED
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022-04 to 2023-03, 2023-04 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2022-04 to 2023-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:276006.47 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:276006.47 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:5885.68 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:65,26,826 GJ/year
Water Consumption:7259437 KL/year
Waste Generated:60849.47 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Surpassed energy conservation targets set by Bureau of Energy Efficiency (BEE), Govt. of India in PAT I & PAT II cycles.
- Reduced water consumption by reusing and recycling water within plant operations and utilizing treated wastewater for irrigation.
Social Achievements
- Provided clean drinking water facilities, sewerage treatment plants, toilets, paved roads, and overhead water tanks for nearby villages.
- Provided subsidized education through a company-run school and supported government-run schools.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented a robust Grievance Redressal Procedure to address employee concerns and complaints.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Further reduce carbon footprint by setting up a Rice Straw boiler
Medium-term Goals:
- Increase footprint of Social Farm Forestry program to 1 Crore clonal saplings in 5 years
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce water consumption by 35% in the next 2 years
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Procures all agro & wood raw material from sustainable resources; FSC(r) certified
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSAS 45001:2018, FSC-C109585
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:351478.00 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:351478.00 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:13329.00 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:0 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:5840743 MWh/year (estimated)
Water Consumption:6717575 m3/year
Waste Generated:58591.78 tons/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced freshwater consumption by 2500 m³/day through various technologies.
- Commissioned a high-pressure CFBC boiler, achieving self-sufficiency for power and steam requirements.
- Organic waste recycling through composting.
Social Achievements
- Launched Social, Farm, and Agroforestry program with local communities.
- Provided clean drinking water facilities, sewerage treatment plants, toilets, paved roads, and overhead water tanks for surrounding villages.
- Subsidized education through a company-run school and supported government-run schools.
Governance Achievements
- 100% coverage by training and awareness programs on various principles including Corporate Governance, Whistleblower Policy, Sustainability Policies, Prohibition of Child or Forced Labour, Anti-Corruption and Bribery Policy, and Prevention of Sexual Harassment Policy.
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- Increase footprint of Social, Farm, and Forestry program to 1 crore clonal saplings in 5 years.
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce water consumption by 35% in the next 2 years.
Environmental Challenges
- Wood availability risk due to mismatch in demand and supply.
- Consistent coal supply challenges and higher energy costs.
- Unforeseen climatic conditions affecting wheat straw supply.
Mitigation Strategies
- Initiatives towards Social, Farm, and Agroforestry program for consistent wood supply.
- Strategy to reduce coal dependency through renewable energy and biomass fuels.
- Developed potential suppliers for wheat straw with sufficient storage capacity and identified substitute materials.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 0.00%
Responsible Procurement
- Preferential procurement policy for marginalized/vulnerable groups (70.90% of total procurement).
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Unforeseen climatic conditions affecting wheat straw supply
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes related to energy and emissions.
Opportunities
- Move towards non-fossil fuel based energy sources.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: NGRBCs
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, OHSMS 45001:2018, FSC-C109585
Third-party Assurance: Eco Stewardship Private Limited (for FSC), BSI India & SMETA (for ISO)
Awards & Recognition
- Appreciation award for Best Energy Efficient Designated Consumer (BEE PAT Scheme) by CII (2023)
- First position in Energy Intensive Industries by PEDA (2021-22 & 2022-23)