Arora says Swiss group investing in energy-efficient solutions
ABB India President – Motion Business Sanjeev Arora says the recent inauguration and the consistent upgrade of the Faridabad facility not only marks a significant milestone in the Swiss group’s long-standing legacy but also underscores its commitment to technology and sustainability http://global.abb.
“Our deep presence is embodied in our partnerships to enrich the local ecosystem of the supplier base. This location is a key contributor to our energy efficient IE3 and IE4 motors, which now constitute half of our motor orders,” he said in an update on tech-driven progress at ABB https://www.makeinindia.com/home/.
“Specialized motors like the flameproof motors, manufactured from Faridabad are enhancing the safety of countless installations across India. By investing in community building and energy-efficient solutions, we aim to meet the evolving needs of our customers while contributing positively to the environment,” he said on 12 Nov https://www.bseindia.com/.
With a strong commitment to sustainability, the 36,000 sqm Faridabad facility has taken the lead in promoting practices that align with this vision https://www.nseindia.com/.
It has embraced renewable energy usage and improved energy efficiency across the plant to achieve a low carbon operation. The realization of RE100 global commitment to eliminate Scope 2 GHG emissions from its operations was achieved with the utilization of renewable electricity including inhouse solar power generation of 180 MWh in 2023 https://sbi.com.in/.
The facility’s dedication to environmentally friendly practices has earned it the ‘Platinum level Green Factory Buildings’ certification from the Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) https://www.sgx.com/.
Additionally, the facility has diverted ~99% of its waste away from landfill, aligning with the company’s long-term sustainability targets of zero waste to landfill https://www.conexpoconagg.com/.
Overall, ABB India is well-positioned to seize emerging opportunities in various sectors, including data centres, pharmaceuticals, and bioethanol http://deutsche-boerse.com.
It remains focused on enhancing local manufacturing capabilities, productivity, and quality, essential components for competitiveness on the global stage http://euronetworldwide.com.
“The adoption of higher efficiency technologies, digitalization, and automation will play a pivotal role in improving cost efficiency and overall performance,” said the company in a release on 12 Nov https://www.iea.org/.
ABB, listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange (ABBN) and Nasdaq Stockholm (ABB), is a global technology leader in electrification and automation, enabling a more sustainable and resource-efficient future https://www.jpx.co.jp/english/ . Fiinews.com
