Shahi has been awarded Highest Global Exports (Gold Trophy) by Apparel Export Promotion Council (AEPC)
2017
“Best Performing Training Partner” (Category B) under DDUGKY by the Ministry of Rural Development of India
2015
Award for Resource Conservation by Sweden Textile Water Initiative
2015
Community Impact Award given by Gap Inc
2014
Best Supplier (Flexibility Provided and Growth Achieved) by Decathlon
2014/15
Top-Factory Award by Carbon Performance Improvement Initiative, Germany
2014
Excellence in Sustainability Award by H&M
2014/15
Eco Factory Standard Achievement Award by Marks & Spencer
2013
Highest Ranking in SACG High Index Score by Abercrombie & Fitch
2013
Development Fair Product Innovation Award by Kohl’s
2013
Largest Exporters of Garments Honor Award by Ministry of Textiles
2013
Certificate of Recognition by GAP for P.A.C.E. Program
2012
Award for Empowerment of Persons with disabilities by Red Cross Society Award of Merit from Red Cross Society
2013
Safety Award for Zero Accidents from Government of Delhi
Our Approach to Chemical Management
Zero Discharge of Hazardous Chemicals (ZDHC)
We have been the active contributors for ZDHC since its inception in 2011. Our facilities were the first ones in India to be ZDHC audited by two brands a third party in 2012-13. Since then our facilities’ wastewater samples are regularly being tested as per ZDHC wastewater guidelines, which we are disclosing externally on IPE platform and now at ZDHC Gateway. We have also developed single window chemical purchase procedure to prevent the entry of restricted (priority) chemicals in our operations.
Proper Storage and Handling
We strictly adhere to non-usage of restricted chemicals and have a strong governance system in place to ensure proper chemical management through regular audits, trainings and guidelines displayed across our factories. Our chemical management guidelines include proper chemical storage, chemical use, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) usage and selection, and emergency response training.
Reduction in Chemical Use
We are constantly researching and finding ways to reduce chemical use by substituting certain chemicals in the washing process.
Our Approach to Water Conservation
Recycling and Reuse
Our advanced effluent treatment plants (ETPs) provide a highly efficient treatment of waste water, enabling the recovery of good quality water to be reused in our production processes.
Domestic effluent (sewage) is also treated through Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) and reused in washrooms, for ash quenching, horticulture and dust control.
Most of our wet processing units use treated process water, helping the facilities to achieve zero liquid discharge (ZLD).
We are continuously reducing our dependence on fresh water by improving our recycling and reuse efforts through better technology.
Improving Water Intensity
At both our factories and mills, we are constantly researching, developing and introducing new technologies to become more water efficient and reduce consumption. Some of our recent initiatives include:
Waterless washing technologies such as eFlow and Ozone
Use of efficient wash-off chemical
Condensate water recovery from boilers and dryers
Reverse Osmosis (RO) reject for screen and drum washing
Installation of aerators at water taps which enables up to 20% water savings
Rainwater Harvesting
Rainwater harvesting: Our rainwater harvesting systems at Shimoga and other facilities help recharge groundwater levels.
Our Approach to Energy Conservation
Renewable Energy
Shahi has set up two solar power plants in Karnataka with capacities of 32MW and 52MW. Our upcoming strategy aims to reach the goal of 100% of Shahi’s power consumption to be generated by renewable sources by 2026.
In addition, we have invested in seven wind turbines, which generate the equivalent of 8.5% of Shahi’s total electrical energy consumption. Learn more about Shahi’s journey to 100% renewable energy.
We have converted most of our high-speed diesel (HSD) fired boilers into agro-waste (biomass) or PNG-fired boilers. As a result, over 33% of the energy consumed in our factories is carbon neutral.
By generating power through steam turbines, we are reducing our power consumption from other sources, leading to a reduction in GHG emissions.
Improving Energy Intensity
Across our factories and mills, we have launched several initiatives and installed new technologies to reduce our energy consumption. These initiatives include:
Replacing T8 lamps with LED lighting across leading to 50% power savings
Replacement of clutch motors with servo motors in sewing machines
Comprehensive air leak audits to prevent compressed air leakages
Usage of occupancy sensors in sparingly used areas
Flash steam recovery
Self power generation from process steam
Green Building Design
Our new factories, since 2016, were designed and built to harness sunlight to illuminate our shop floors. The architecture facilitates natural ventilation that reduces heat dissipation from electric lighting fixtures.
At Shahi, we recognize the significance of energy's dire impact on climate change. Investing in Green Building principles minimizes our energy consumption significantly in the long run. Green Building Design.
