MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA LTD. Integrated Annual Report 2023-24 60 Water scarcity in Vidarbha region is a constant threat that looms over the operations at Farm Division, Nagpur. Full dependency on external sources compounds the issue. The Paint Shop accounts for almost 40% of the Unit's total water intake. A 30% reduction in painting process water usage was targeted and three projects were initiated. Ÿ Freshwater consumption decreased by 32% and resulted in savings of 65,600 KL annually. This water can fulfill the needs of five villages for 21 days. Ÿ Along with water conservation, the plant witnessed a 20% reduction in operational and maintenance costs. Turning the Tide with Water Management FD, Nagpur Featured below are select water conservation initiatives undertaken during the year: Electrodialysis Reverse Osmosis Introduced an innovative water treatment system to treat water received at the Ultrafiltration outlet of the rinsing stage of the Cathodic Electro-deposition (CED) line. Phosphate Tank Modifications Optimised start-up times and reduced water and energy wastage by enhancing heat transfer efficiency and changing pipeline design. Alternate Water Source Redirected central RO water to the tractor PT line, eliminating redundant RO operations and enhancing resource allocation efficiency. At FD, Kandivli, a series of interventions were implemented to save water across canteen facilities and areas such as lavatories and washrooms. These included: Ÿ Retro fitment of aerators and replacement of regular taps with push-type ones Ÿ Adoption of pressurised low discharge spray guns for cleaning utensils and dishes Ÿ Installation of water-efficient jet spray squat toilets and waterless urinals Making Every Drop Count FD, Kandivli As a result, 26,577 KL of water is saved annually in washbasins, 4,199 KL in canteen dishwashing areas, and 2,321 KL in washrooms. Reducing consumption stands out as one of the most effective ways to minimise waste. We enhance our material usage through technology and innovation, and by refining processes and boosting efficiencies. Moreover, we are expanding circularity efforts to extract maximum value from products and materials throughout their lifecycle. Key waste management highlights for F24 include: Ÿ AS Chakan's hazardous waste co-processing with the Cement industry. Ÿ Swaraj Division, Mohali's achievement of Zero Waste to Landfill Certification, by diverting 99.99% of waste. REDUCTION IN WASTE GENERATED
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