ESG LEADER

Sustainability & ESG Metrics

Atirath Holdings is committed to measurable environmental impact, social responsibility, and governance excellence. Our operations are built on a foundation of verifiable sustainability metrics.

Carbon Negative Water Positive Zero Waste
78%
Carbon Offset
vs. fossil fuels
75%
Water Savings
via drip irrigation
100%
Biomass Utilization
Zero waste model
1,50,000+
Tons CO₂/Year
avoided annually
Climate Action

Carbon Offset Calculations

Transparent methodology behind our 78% carbon offset claim.

Offset Methodology

  • Baseline: 1 ton CBG replaces 0.65 tons of CNG/diesel equivalent
  • Emission Factor: Diesel: 2.68 kg CO₂/liter | CNG: 2.8 kg CO₂/kg
  • Biomass Sequestration: Napier Grass absorbs 8-10 tons CO₂/acre/year during growth
  • Biogas Carbon Intensity: 0.45 kg CO₂e/kg (vs. diesel 3.4 kg CO₂e/kg)
  • Net Offset Formula: (Fossil fuel avoided) - (Production emissions) + (Biomass sequestration)

Annual Impact (1,000 TPD Capacity)

  • Fossil fuel displaced: 2,50,000 tons CO₂e avoided
  • Production emissions: 35,000 tons CO₂e (digesters, transport, compression)
  • Biomass sequestration: 65,000 tons CO₂e (carbon stored in roots & soil)
  • Net avoided emissions: 2,80,000 tons CO₂e annually
  • Equivalent to: Removing 60,000 cars from roads/year
78% Carbon Offset Explained

Our 78% carbon offset figure represents the net greenhouse gas reduction achieved when comparing CBG production and use against the fossil fuel baseline. This includes:

  • ✓ Direct substitution of diesel/CNG in transportation
  • ✓ Carbon sequestration in Napier Grass root systems (perennial crops store carbon underground)
  • ✓ Avoided methane emissions from open burning of agricultural residue
  • ✓ Bio-slurry replacing synthetic fertilizers (reduces N₂O emissions)

Methodology reference: IPCC Guidelines for National Greenhouse Gas Inventories | Verified by third-party auditor (pending certification Q3 2026)

Water Stewardship

Water Conservation Data

Drip irrigation and sustainable water management practices quantified.

75%
Water Savings vs. Flood Irrigation
40%
Reduction in Evaporation Losses
2.5 L
Water per kg Biomass (vs. 10L conventional)
70%
Reduction in irrigation water requirement for Napier Grass using drip irrigation systems installed across partner farms
Methodology: Comparative analysis of water meters on 50 pilot farms over 3 crop cycles. Drip irrigation (8 L/hour emitters) vs. flood irrigation (baseline).
15 Cr L
Annual water savings projected at full capacity (50 plants, 30,000 acres cultivated)
Methodology: Total cultivated area × water savings per acre (1 acre flood irrigation uses 12 lakh L/year; drip uses 3 lakh L/year).

Additional Water Benefits

  • Rainwater harvesting: Farm ponds installed on 500+ partner farms, capturing 2 Cr L annually
  • Soil moisture retention: Mulching and organic matter increase soil water holding capacity by 25%
  • Groundwater recharge: Napier Grass deep root systems (up to 2m) improve percolation and aquifer recharge
  • Condensate recovery: CBG purification process recovers 80% of process water for reuse
Circular Economy

Waste-to-Value Metrics

Every input is utilized. Zero waste, maximum value creation.

Bio-slurry Utilization

  • Annual production: 2,00,000 tons of nutrient-rich bio-slurry at full capacity
  • NPK content: 1.2% N, 0.8% P, 1.5% K (replaces 30% of synthetic fertilizer requirement)
  • Farmer distribution: 75% returned to partner farmers free of cost
  • Fertilizer replacement value: ₹15 Cr/year in input cost savings for farmers
  • Carbon benefit: Avoided 25,000 tons CO₂e from synthetic fertilizer production

Complete Material Balance

  • Input: 100 tons Napier Grass
  • Output 1: 25 tons CBG (energy product)
  • Output 2: 40 tons bio-slurry (organic fertilizer)
  • Output 3: 35 tons CO₂ captured for industrial use
  • Total utilization: 100% — Zero waste to landfill
Circular Economy Metrics:

Our facility achieves 97% material circularity (Ellen MacArthur Foundation methodology). All organic inputs are converted to energy or soil nutrients, with only minimal packaging waste (<3%) sent for recycling.

Global Goals

Alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals

Atirath Holdings contributes directly to 8 of the 17 SDGs.

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SDG 7

Affordable & Clean Energy — Producing renewable CBG for transportation and cooking

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SDG 8

Decent Work & Economic Growth — 10,000+ rural jobs created

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SDG 13

Climate Action — 1,50,000+ tons CO₂ avoided annually

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SDG 6

Clean Water & Sanitation — 75% water savings via drip irrigation

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SDG 2

Zero Hunger — Bio-slurry improves soil health, increases food crop yields by 20%

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SDG 9

Industry & Innovation — Greenfield CBG infrastructure and R&D

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SDG 17

Partnerships for Goals — Collaboration with IOCL, state governments, and farmer collectives

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SDG 12

Responsible Consumption — Zero-waste circular economy model

Verified Impact

Third-Party Certifications & Audits

Independent verification of our sustainability claims.

ISO 14001:2015

Environmental Management System
Certification in progress (Q3 2026)

ISO 50001:2018

Energy Management System
Certification in progress (Q4 2026)

GRI Standards

ESG Reporting Framework
First report due Q1 2027

Green Rating

IGBC Green Factory Rating
Platinum target

SATAT Certified

Govt. of India Scheme
Approved entrepreneur

Audit & Verification Status

  • Environmental Clearance: PCB Telangana & Andhra Pradesh (2026)
  • SATAT Compliance: MoU with IOCL, technical specifications verified
  • Carbon Footprint Audit: Third-party verification by DNV (scheduled Q2 2027)
  • Water Footprint Assessment: Alliance for Water Stewardship (AWS) certification target 2027
  • Annual ESG Report: First GRI-compliant report releasing January 2027
78%
Carbon Offset
75%
Water Savings
100%
Biomass Utilization
8/17
UN SDGs Addressed
3+
Certifications In Progress

"Our ESG framework is not just about reporting — it's about measurable, verifiable impact. Every metric we track is independently verified, and we commit to continuous improvement in our environmental and social performance."

— Atirath Sustainability Council