Other Initiatives
Kapilas Cement Plant, Cuttack
Green Mobility Promotion – Green Supply Chain
As India’s pioneer in green and clean manufacturing, we are making concrete efforts to introduce innovative solutions that promote sustainable transport as well as increase the decarbonisation of our fleet. By walking the green path, we intend to pave the way for smarter transport that not only optimises energy use but also ensures supply chain sustainability. The positive implications that our green mobility initiatives will have, especially in environmental, economic and social terms are encouraging. Our EV fleet will help lower health risks in and around the areas we operate in and promote optimal use of water resources. This renewable energy integration will also lead to positive climate action by reducing pollution. As early adopters, we see this transition as a step forward towards building a nation powered by resilience and self-dependence.
In our endeavour to further strengthen our green mobility drive, we are developing an ecosystem for LNG fuel vehicles. We have already begun motivating and supporting our logistics partners to transition from their existing diesel vehicles into CNG/LNG.
LNG is a clean and safe fuel option that promotes circularity and reduces emissions to a large extent. As compared to fossil fuels the usage of biodiesel and Heat XL as a replacement for diesel in heavy vehicles create a sustainable and cost-effective ethos. We are pushing the clean vehicular transition at our manufacturing units and are looking at viable ways to green the supply chain. This includes introducing heavy-duty electric and LNG Trucks to transport raw materials. With this transition, we expect to reduce 17% of our carbon emissions.
Utilising Innovative Solutions such as Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU)
Of the cumulative carbon emissions in the cement industry, ~55% are attributable to the de-carbonation of limestone in the process. These emissions can only be eliminated through a technology lever called “carbon capture and utilisation”. While there have been global experiments in carbon capture and utilisation, in India this is still at a nascent stage.
As a first step at Dalmia Bharat, we completed the feasibility study of a large-scale Carbon Capture and Utilisation (CCU) plant in India with support from the Asian Development Bank (ADB), Tamil Nadu. We are now discussing the design aspects with potential partners for CCU project activity in the next step of project implementation.
Our initiative proved that this is technologically and economically viable and we see captured carbon emissions playing a significant role in accelerating the circular economy. Captured carbon can be used directly to feed fertiliser, beverages, textiles, food etc.
Reducing our GHG Footprint
As leaders in sustainability we have been very successful in adding to our capacity while reducing our Greenhouse Gas (GHG) footprint. We plan to further explore the use of biomass as a fuel to completely replace fossil fuels in the manufacturing process. We have also started using biodiesel in our mining operations and this has largely contributed in our efforts to reduce GHG emissions from liquid fossil fuels consumed in mining equipment, heavy vehicles and as a start-up fuel in cement operations.
Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS)
Central to the production process of cement is the decarbonisation of limestone and this eventually leads to the release of a large amount of carbon dioxide. We have therefore set up Continuous Emission Monitoring Systems (CEMS) at our manufacturing units across the country to provide real-time emission status. We see this as providing a huge advantage to our operations, as by measuring real-time emissions we are not only ensuring compliance but also enhancing the operational excellence of our units. In addition, we have also set up Ambient Air Quality Monitoring Systems (AAQMS) to monitor and display results so as to apprise local stakeholders on a regular basis.
What Is RCF?
RCF stands for Roof, Column, and Foundation and is the core structural system of any building, responsible for overall stability and load-bearing capacity. Therefore, RCF Strong. Toh Ghar Strong.
