Fostering Sustainable Ecosystems - Sustainability Report 2023

55 Arise IIP | Sustainability Report 2023 Corporate Governance and Business Ethics FOSTERING ACTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE Fostering Responsible Supply Chains Fostering an Inclusive Workplace Charting the Path to Sustainable Growth GRI Index The Single Window Clearance buildings in Benin and Togo, which adhere to and implement the LEED Silver requirements, have created significant positive impact on We also perform regular energy audits at all our facilities to monitor and assess the energy efficiency performance of our facilities. Our commitment to sustainability goes beyond just obtaining LEED certification. We have chosen Cashew factories in Benin as our inaugural EDGE project, which will the environment in terms of Energy, Carbon, Water, Waste, and Indoor Environmental Quality which is summarized below: be certified by GBCI in near future. Our journey of achieving EDGE certification and being LEED certified is just the beginning of our commitment to sustainability. We will continue to implement innovative technologies in our SEZs and collaborate with experts and academia to ensure that our industrial ecosystems are greener and smarter. Water Conservation: The installation of lowflow toilet fixtures save over 1 million liters of water per year compared to conventional buildings. Additionally, native plantations significantly reduce water usage. Waste Reduction: During construction, over 75% of the generated construction waste (15 tons) was segregated into 17 streams, recycled, and diverted from landfills. Improved Indoor Air Quality: To ensure healthy indoor air quality, a high- performance treated fresh air supply system with MERV 13 filters is provided for 100% of habitable spaces. Moreover, more than 90% of office spaces have direct access to daylight, enhancing the overall quality of the space and work environment Energy Efficiency: The building incorporates various energysaving features such as 100% LED light fixtures, a high-performance HVAC system, an insulated roofing system, and doubleglazed window units, resulting in 250MWh of annual energy savings and avoiding 200MT of carbon emissions.

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