Kritika Chauhan

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

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:

Rainwater Harvesting

Rainwater harvesting: Our rainwater harvesting systems at Shimoga and other facilities help recharge groundwater levels.

Our Approach to Energy Conservation

Renewable Energy

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:

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.