- High energy consumption in initial processing operations.
- Waste generation from mining and processing activities.
- Limited access to healthcare and education in operating communities.
- Supply chain challenges due to location in underdeveloped regions.
Tirupati Graphite Plc
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2020-04 to 2021-03 reporting, Tirupati Graphite Plc disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 706.82 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 27 tCO2e (Scope 2) + 46 tCO2e (Scope 3). By scope: Scope 1: 706.82 tCO2e; Scope 2: 27 tCO2e; Scope 3: 46 tCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
706.82 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 27 tCO2e (Scope 2) + 46 tCO2e (Scope 3)
2020-04 to 2021-03
📊 Emissions by Scope (2020-04 to 2021-03)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 706.82 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 27 tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 46 tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2020-04 to 2021-03 | 706.82 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 27 tCO2e (Scope 2) + 46 tCO2e (Scope 3) |
| 2020 | 662 tCO2e/year |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced GHG emissions through process optimization and the development of SAGE technology, resulting in a 30% reduction in energy consumption and 50% extraction of waste as a by-product.
- Achieved industry-leading graphite recovery rates of >85%.
- Planted 18,623 trees.
- Developed zero-HF, zero-waste purification technology.
- Achieved up to 68% yield for spherical graphite.
- Developed a zero-chemical graphene manufacturing process.
- Saved >38,000 MT of sand mining.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Commissioning of 100kWh hydropower plant (Q1 2022).
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve net-zero emissions at processing operations by 2030.
- Use 100% renewable energy for processing by 2030.
- Achieve zero-carbon at corporate level by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Develop new materials to contribute to global GHG emission reduction targets.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
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