JK Tyre Chennai plant secures ISCC Plus certification for sustainable manufacturing

By OEM Update Editorial June 17, 2024 4:53 pm IST

JK Tyre & Industries has been awarded the International Sustainability & Carbon Certification Plus (ISCC) for its Chennai factory, which has been recognized as a zero-liquid discharge facility and an “Excellent Energy Efficient Unit” for six years.

JK Tyre & Industries, a prominent Indian tyre maker, has been recognised as the country’s first to earn the renowned International Sustainability & Carbon Certification (ISCC) Plus for its Chennai factory. This certification demonstrates the company’s commitment to integrating sustainability into its manufacturing processes and creating an ecologically responsible future.

Achieving ISCC Plus certification requires compliance with numerous criteria, including the traceability of raw materials, adherence to environmental regulations, preservation of ecosystems, upholding labour and human rights, and promoting sustainable economic development. The comprehensive final audit for this certification was conducted by the Indian counterpart of the certification body based in Kolkata.

Dr. Raghupati Singhania, Chairman and Managing Director (CMD), JK Tyre, said, “Green manufacturing embodies our commitment to sustainable development. By reducing our carbon footprint and utilizing resources judiciously, we have consistently set industry standards over the years. This recognition is a significant milestone for JK Tyre and motivates us to continue our dedication to sustainable practices.”

JK Tyre aims to become a carbon-neutral brand by 2050 and reduce its carbon intensity by 50 percent by 2030. The Science-Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) has validated the company’s commitment to lowering overall greenhouse gas emissions.

The JK Tyre Chennai plant, certified as a zero-liquid discharge facility in 2021, also earned the title of “National Energy Leader” at the 21st National Award for Excellence in Energy Management in 2020. In 2017, it was recognized by the International Research Institute for Manufacturing (IRIM) for its sustainability and green manufacturing techniques. Additionally, the facility has received the “Excellent Energy Efficient Unit” award from CII for six consecutive years since 2015.

The ISCC Plus (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification) is a voluntary certification programme for bio-based and circular (recycled) raw materials. The certification is issued after a thorough verification procedure that ensures conformity with ISCC requirements, including the traceability of certified materials along the whole supply chain, from origin to completed product.