How an Indian Manufacturing Company Meets 75% of Its Energy Requirements Using Renewable Sources

Sustainability at Merino Industries is viewed as a mindset rather than an end goal, driving their commitment to eco-friendly practices and renewable energy alternatives. Their efforts have led to 74.6% of energy needs being met through green sources.

Sustainability isn’t an end goal, it is a mindset. This philosophy is championed by Merino Industries Limited (MIL), one of the world’s largest manufacturers of decorative laminates, restroom cubicles, modular furniture and surfacing solutions. Their commitment to eco-friendly energy alternatives sets a precedent for other industries on how operations can be conducted without harming the environment.

According to Mr Prakash Lohia, CMD, Merino Industries, the transition from conventional energy sources like fossil fuels to green alternatives has not been without challenges. However, the key lies in implementing measurable changes at every stage of operation, he says.

This is where the ‘Nirmal Sustainability Program’ steps in. The initiative is thoughtfully designed and catalyses Merino’s commitment to becoming a sustainable and responsible industry. The programme hinges on scaling business growth alongside societal prosperity and pro-environmental efforts.

With a laser focus on increased utilization of green energy, water conservation, air pollution reduction, circular economy, waste recycling, large-scale plantation, and the implementation of organic manure in agro-farming, the company is attempting to achieve the overarching goal of continuously reducing its carbon footprint.

A commitment to eco-consciousness

Merino strives that wealth is generated with minimalistic harm to the environment. To understand how it is achieving this, it is crucial to take a look at its ‘Triple Bottom Line Framework’ that encompasses three key dimensions — Environmental, Social, and Financial impacts. Success follows when each parameter is scaled in parallel to the other. Excellence lies at the convergence of economy and sustainability, they believe.

Reference from : The Better India