Sustainability at RCF
Sustainability is core to RCF’s business. Our endeavour is to minimise carbon foot print. Accordingly, RCF have reformulated CSR Policy which will guide sustainability initiatives in the years to come. RCF have taken a number of initiatives to reduce energy consumption at both of its units – Trombay and Thal (Maharashtra).
In the quest towards Sustainable Development, RCF has set-up two Sewage Treatment Plants (STPs) symbolizing our commitment towards Environment and Society. Both the STPs can treat 45.5 million liters per day (MLD) of sewage to generate about 31.5 MLD treated water which is used as process water in Trombay unit. A portion of this treated water is also supplied to M/s BPCL. These plants serve a dual purpose. Firstly, it solves the issue of treatment and disposal of 45.5 MLD of sewage. Secondly, it allowed BMC to channelize distribution of more water to low-income group and slum areas, where more than 75% of the residents are considered as Water Deficient Households (where water consumption is less than 100 litres per consumer per day).
RCF has developed and has put into practice comprehensive Environment Management Plan with highest consideration towards mitigation of Pollution. Also, with an objective to achieve “Zero Liquid Discharge”, RCF is exploring the possibility of setting facility at Thal and Trombay Unit to treat the effluent generated and to recover & recycle the water in the process.
With a view to harness renewable energy sources, RCF has set-up 2 MWp ground mounted solar power generation plant at Trombay Unit and rooftop PV solar power generating facilities with an aggregate capacity 2.25 MW atop its offices at Trombay and Thal.
As a part of expansion strategy we are planning to undertake major projects such as Coal Based Fertilizer Plant at Talcher.
We are proud of our accomplishments on the sustainability front so far; nevertheless we also recognize that we have a long way to go further.
