SUSTAINABLE
PRACTICES AT WESTERN
As a journey towards a greener tomorrow, our responsibility towards the environment remains a top priority across our business. Supporting and investing in carbon-neutral technology, processes & innovations is surely the path to a thriving, healthy economy.
At Western, customers and stakeholders can monitor our sustainability progress as we go through external assessments from renowned authorities such as CDP and Ecovadis which validates our progress and helps us to improve for giving back to Environment.
Harnessing Solar Power for
Greener Manufacturing
We are committed to invest in renewable energy resources to reduce ghg emission.
We have invested in rooftop solar energy plants and currently 2.2 MW is generated through solar power resulting in reduction of 21% of grid electricity.
We are committed to adding another 1MW soon.Further reinforcing our dedication to sustainable energy practices and reducing our carbon footprint.
GHG Emission Monitoring
Status
Committed to SBTi to set science-based emissions reduction targets (near-term targets) aligned with the SBTi’s criteria.
Committed to set science-based net-zero targets (long-term targets) aligned with the SBTi’s net-zero standard.
Eco Friendly
Refrigerants
We are constantly innovating to incorporate energy-efficient and environmentally friendly technologies in our manufacturing processes to contribute to the protection of our planet.
Examples include the use of eco-friendly natural refrigerants, ongoing improvements in refrigeration to reduce energy consumption, and ensuring the use of the right materials.
With the implementation of environmentally friendly refrigerants, we have also managed to reduce energy consumption across equipments manufactured by us with reduction of 15% – 35%
Regulatory
Compliance
Western maintains documentation, ensures compliance, and conducts periodic reviews of environmental, occupational health and safety legislation, and regulatory requirements.
Additionally company operates under the Environment Management System ISO 14001:2015, Occupational Health & Safety Management System ISO 45001:2018, Quality Management System for Medical Devices ISO 13485:2016, and Quality Management System ISO 9001:2015 standards.
CSR
Policy
The main objective of this policy is to make CSR a key business process for sustainable development of the society. It lays down the guidelines and mechanism for undertaking CSR programmes in alignment with the Section 135 of the Companies Act 2013. To directly/indirectly undertake projects/programs, which will enhance the quality of life and economic well-being of the communities, in and around our business operation units and the society at large.
Environment
Understanding its responsibility towards the Environment, Western regularly take initiatives and one such initiative is tree plantations which are done every year.
Under the Mission LiFE a campaign was conducted at Tadgam plant on 8th May 2023 in association with GPCB, Sarigam unit.
Mission LiFe is a global initiative by India to help the world in its fight against climate change and lead to a sustainable way of life to achieve the sustainable development goals set by the U.N. The LiFE movement seeks to transform people into ‘pro-planet people’, who would adopt sustainable lifestyles.
In this campaign tree plantation was done and oath was taken by our staff and attendees to protect the environment.
Health &
Safety
Promoting environmental, health, safety, and hygiene awareness among employees, contractors, and visitors through engagement and motivation.
Encouraging employee empowerment for responsible behavior in ensuring day-to-day safe working conditions and managing emergencies for the protection of their own and others’ health and safety.
OUR E WASTE COLLECTION &
RECYCLING PROGRAMME
We have partnered with authorized e waste recyclers for channelizing E-Waste collected from all over India. Any consumer can call us at Toll Free No 70450 17000 to get more information about our programme and nearest collection centre where the appliance can be dropped. We will ensure proper disposal of the same in compliance with regulations through authorised e-waste Recycler. Let us make a safer and green India by contributing to this noble cause.
Western is committed to comply with latest E-waste management rules and to meet collection & recycling targets as producer.
What is
E-Waste?
E-waste means electrical and electronic equipment, whole or in part discarded as waste by the consumer or bulk consumer as well as rejects from manufacturing, refurbishment and repair processes
Such waste comprises of both usable and non usable material. Some of the waste if left unattended will be detrimental to environment. E waste may comprise of hazardous substances like lead, mercury, toxic material and gases.
Compliance Guidelines
E-Waste Management Rules in India
Ministry had notified the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022 on 2nd November, 2022. These rules has replaced E-waste (Management) Rules, 2016 and is effective from 1st April, 2023. These rules has launch a new Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regime for e-waste recycling.
All manufacturers, producers, refurbishers, and recyclers must register on the CPCB portal and cannot operate or engage with unregistered entities. Authorization is now replaced by online registration. The EPR regime now includes 106 EEE, with annual recycling targets based on previous sales. Solar PV modules/panels/cells are included in the new rules. Recycled quantities will be verified by end products to prevent false claims. EPR Certificate transactions, environmental compensation, verification, audits, and a Steering Committee for rule implementation are introduced. EEE producers must limit hazardous substances like lead and mercury in their products.
