Cera Sanitaryware Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022-23, 2023-04 to 2024-03)
Reporting Period: 2022-23
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:20912 + 8524 = 29436 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:20912 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:8524 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:18.17% (approx. based on energy consumption from renewable sources)
Total Energy Consumption:496688 GJ/year
Water Consumption:198129 kl/year
Waste Generated:210.59 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:0.16 Metric tonnes/Lakhs in FY22-23 (Scope 1 & 2)
ESG Focus Areas
- Energy
- Water
- Waste
- CSR
- Human Rights
- Employee Well-being
- Product Quality
- Supply Chain
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy intensity per rupee of turnover from 3.60 Giga Joules/Lakhs to 2.77 Giga Joules/Lakhs
- Reduced water intensity per rupee of turnover from 1.60 kilolitres/Lakhs to 1.10 kilolitres/Lakhs
- Reduced plastic waste from 319.46 metric tonnes to 204.09 metric tonnes
- 10% reduction in kiln firing cycle by improving raw material quality
Social Achievements
- Various CSR initiatives focusing on healthcare, education, and skill development
- Implemented policies to protect human rights, including a whistleblower policy
- ISO 45001:2018 certified for occupational health and safety
Governance Achievements
- Anti-corruption and anti-bribery policy in place
- Board oversight of Business Responsibility and Sustainability initiatives
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Rising water scarcity
- Changing regulations around human rights
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed more than 10 wells for rainwater harvesting
- Implemented various policies (code of conduct, anti-corruption policy, etc.) to protect human rights
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Emphasis on ESG factors in vendor selection
- Prioritizing suppliers in local communities
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Opportunities
- Developing energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC)
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2018
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Water saving products (48% of portfolio)
Reporting Period: 2023-04 to 2024-03
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:16,556 + 3,623 = 20,179 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:16,556 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:3,623 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:74%
Total Energy Consumption:4,18,184 GJ/year
Water Consumption:1,51,005 KL/year
Waste Generated:11,005 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:0.11 tCO2e/Lakh (FY 2023-24) (Scope 1 & 2)
ESG Focus Areas
- GHG and Energy Management
- Water Management
- Waste Management
- Community Development
- Human Rights
- Employee Safety and Wellbeing
- Supply Chain Management
Environmental Achievements
- Set up solar and wind plants with a combined capacity of 10.325 MW, generating 51,112 gigajoules.
- Installed a waste heat recovery system.
- Achieved Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD) in operations.
- Developed a fully functional rainwater-harvesting system.
- 49% of product portfolio consists of water-saving products.
Social Achievements
- Implemented various policies including Code of Conduct, Anti-Corruption Policy, Business Ethics & Labour Policy, Policy on Child Labour & Forced Labour, Policy on Sexual Harassment, Whistle-blower Policy.
- ISO 45001:2018 certified, ensuring compliance with health and safety practices.
- Implemented strategic and trust-based community development interventions.
- Conducted health and safety trainings for 52% of employees and 100% of workers.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented Anti-Corruption Policy.
- Appointed Mr. Anupam Gupta, Executive Director (Technical) to oversee implementation of ESG principles.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Greenhouse gas emissions (GHGs) from manufacturing processes.
- Water consumption in production processes.
- Adhering to human rights principles.
- Maintaining a resilient supply chain.
Mitigation Strategies
- Adopting energy efficiency initiatives and integrating renewables into the energy mix.
- Implementing water management practices that optimize water usage.
- Adopting various policies to eliminate all forms of human rights violations.
- Establishing long-term relationships with suppliers.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Prioritizing sourcing from reputed suppliers who adhere to environmental standards.
- Procuring majority of raw materials from neighboring states to reduce transportation emissions.
- Emphasizing responsible business conduct in vendor selection process.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Opportunities
- Adopting energy efficiency initiatives and integrating renewables into the energy mix.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: National Guidelines on Responsible Business Conduct (NGRBC)
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2018
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Water-saving products (49% of portfolio)