12 Fostering Sustainable Ecosystems Corporate Overview Message from CEO Corporate Governance and Business Ethics About the Report Our business decisions are guided by key pillars focused on advancing sustainability. We’re committed to protecting ecosystems, achieving carbon neutrality, and supporting thriving communities and individuals. We’re investing in sustainable growth to meet future demands, aiming for impactful climate action with positive outcomes for our customers, employees, and shareholders. These pillars underpin our vision for fostering sustainable ecosystems. Pillar 1: Carbon Neutrality In an era of accelerating climate transformation, the effective management of carbon emissions has become a business imperative. Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions contribute to global warming, and organizations are under increasing pressure to optimize energy use, reduce reliance on fossil fuels, and adopt more robust climate risk mitigation strategies. At Arise IIP, we are committed to allocating resources toward decarbonization and implementing strategies that address both climate change mitigation and adaptation. Key strategic initiatives include: Pioneering manufacturing models that significantly reduce carbon emissions Investing in solar farms near industrial zones and integrating renewable energy infrastructure Promoting energy-efficient technologies within SEZs Providing incentives to industries that embrace renewable energy Implementing comprehensive carbon measurement and reduction strategies Key highlights: Our ESG priorities 1. Carbon Footprint Innovation We launched Carbon Collect; a platform designed to standardize carbon footprint assessments. The initiative improves data accuracy and accessibility, enabling more transparent climate reporting and informed decision-making. Pioneering carbon footprint assessment platform Standardizes carbon reporting methodologies Enhances precision and accessibility of carbon data 2. Arise’s Low Carbon Buildings We continue to embed sustainability into our infrastructure through green building practices: In GDIZ (Benin) and PIA (Togo), our single-window service buildings have achieved LEED Silver Certifications, reflecting our commitment to energy-efficient and sustainable construction. The PIA LEED-certified building is the first of its kind in Togo, earning recognition under the LEED Earth Campaign by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC). The Benin Cashew Project stands out for its sustainability performance, achieving 44.27% energy savings and earning EDGE Advanced certification for exceptional energy and resource efficiency.
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