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We have set ambitious targets for energy and water use, emissions and waste reduction as well as seeking energy and resource-saving initiatives across the entire value chain, from drug discovery through to manufacturing with the sole aim of conserving natural resources and doing more with less.
Our approach to energy management centres around reducing consumption of fossil fuels through collaboration with local authorities to procure energy from renewable sources. We have set a target to source 96% of our energy from renewable sources by 2028.
is the Energy intensity for the current financial year
GHG Savings
from efficiency measures
Electricity from green sources,
11.6% increase in renewable energy consumption
Energy consumption reduction
Decrease in GHG emissions intensity
Target to source energy from renewable sources by 2028
Wind power plant capacity
Solar power plant capacity
Solar rooftop capacity
Water is important for all Company operations. We manage freshwater consumption through continuously monitoring, reviewing and optimizing processes and adoption of new technologies.
year-on-year freshwater savings
fresh water saved through reuse and recycling initiatives
rainwater harvested
of water saved through reuse and recycling initiatives
Mangalore and Bangalore sites
We maintain ISO 14001:2015 certification for our Environment Management System and as part of this, we enforce safe and efficient segregation, storage and disposal of hazardous and non-hazardous waste across all the campuses. As of December 2022, we have achieved Zero Waste to Landfill and are committed to maintaining this in the future. Further, we have also set a target to achieve 95% recycling of our waste by 2028.
Waste recycled
achieved as of December 2022
across all our campuses
Our waste management strategy focuses on reducing waste generation and increasing recycling, aligned with the circular economy principles. Initiatives include
co-processing chemical sludge, using biodegradable bags and eliminating single-use paper cups and PET bottles.
Energy and emissions
Renewable power sourcing
Water conservation
Reduction in freshwater consumption
Waste management
Recycling of our waste
Our green chemistry initiatives have delivered significant benefits. We have reduced solvent usage and curtailed waste generation during chemical processes, while enhancing process efficiency and reducing operational costs. We also ensure that our strategies not only minimize environmental impact but also correspond with practical industrial needs and comply with regulatory norms.
The concept of green chemistry:
Designing a green synthetic route for an API (active pharmaceutical ingredient)
Use of greener chemical solvents, reagents and catalysts
Implementation of energy-efficient reactions, elimination of redundant stages and reduction of harmful by-products
Maximizing atom economy to reduce waste generation
At Syngene, environmental stewardship is not just a commitment; it's a journey towards a greener, sustainable future.
As a responsible Company, we retain green spaces on all campuses, contributing to employee well-being and respecting the natural environment. Our community support programs seek opportunities to contribute to the local environment, recognizing the importance of biodiversity in our planet's ecological balance.
Syngene's Mangalore campus hosts a solar power plant with a capacity of 692.26KW DC, with a monthly generation of 70,000 units.
The campus features 1,466 solar panels each having an average peak capacity of 472W. These panels are installed on the warehouse rooftop and carport area, API rooftop and substation rooftop covering 3,434 square meters, supplying power to the warehouse, a 10KW solar-powered streetlight system and a 270W solar-powered electrical fencing system, thus contributing to the campus' overall energy requirements.
The solar facility meets 625 KW of energy demands, covering 10-12% of total power consumption during daylight with a 75% performance ratio. This results in annual savings of Rs 19.3 (USD 23058.70) and a reduction of 689 metric tons of CO2 emissions. In FY23–24, green power from a third-party vendor accounted for 62% of total power consumption. Including our in-house solar plant, 71% of total power consumption was green, reducing CO2 emissions by 4036 metric tonnes annually.
Syngene Mangalore won the ‘Best Energy Efficiency’ award in a national competition organized by The Confederation of Indian Industry (CII).
A project led by Environment, Health, Safety and Sustainability (EHSS) and Engineering and Maintenance (E&M) aimed to enhance freshwater management at the Mangalore manufacturing campus.
The team identified a significant problem concerning the usage of fresh water, which was being utilized for cleaning Multiple Effective Evaporator (MEE) area and the Agitated Thin Film Dryer (ATFD), which are key parts of the Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP).
The team's analysis found that the system layout did not allow for using process condensate or RO rejected water. They tapped into the Reverse Osmosis (RO) reject line to recycle water for the ATFD flushing line and redirected condensate water to the evaporator skid cleaning area. This conserved fresh water and ensured reuse within the campus.
In FY24, these modifications led to savings of over Rs 1.45 Lakhs (USD 1,732.38) and conserved approximately 59.25 kiloliters of fresh water. The diversion also improved the capacity of the MEE for effluent generated from other operations, ensuring that effluents were not mixed.
A biopharmaceutical company focused on anti-inflammatory, antifungal, and antiviral therapeutics approached Syngene to modify and scale up a process to 100g using green chemistry principles. After successful proof of concept, the process was scaled to a kilogram, improving yield and reducing raw material usage.
The project aimed to increase yield, minimize raw material usage, and improve environmental sustainability without compromising product quality.
Syngene utilized SIPOC (Supplier, Input, Process, Outcome, Customer) analysis to modify the process. The team replaced hazardous reagents with less toxic alternatives, reduced reaction temperatures, and eliminated column purification, saving solvent and energy. Collaborative brainstorming sessions helped optimize steps to improve yield and purity while ensuring scalability.
The improved process resulted in a 9% yield increase, elimination of column chromatography, and reduction in solvent usage. Syngene successfully delivered a 100 g proof-of-concept and demonstrated scalability to a kilogram, showcasing an efficient and eco-friendly manufacturing process.
In partnership with the Biocon Foundation, Syngene launched the Miyawaki Urban Forest Project which directly benefits 25,000 people in Mangalore by providing clean air and offering a refreshing natural space in the city.
The Japanese Miyawaki technique involves densely planting native saplings, fostering faster growth through competition.
In 2020, in association with the Biocon Foundation and Ramakrishna Mission, Syngene initiated Phase-I of the Miyawaki Urban Forest Project in Mangalore. Phase I saw 500 saplings planted in 2020, creating a thriving microhabitat.
On World Environment Day, Phase-II of the project was initiated in collaboration with the Mangalore City Corporation and Vana Charitable Trust. Over 2,000 saplings were planted across 27,000 square feet, further promoting biodiversity and ecological balance.
Syngene has launched an annual initiative to engage employees in lake rejuvenation projects. In April 2023, on World Earth Day, 70 volunteers planted 2,500 saplings around the lake. Continuing this commitment to conserving natural resources, a similar activity was conducted in FY24. Enthusiastic participation from employees and government school students led to the planting of approximately 1,000 saplings at Yarandahalli Lake, celebrating both World Earth Day and World Environment Day.
Syngene has contributed towards funding for the construction of the Biocon-Hebbagodi Metro Station near its Bangalore campus, expected to open to the public in 2025. The project features artistic pier wall paintings along the metro corridor between Biocon-Hebbagodi and Huskur Gate stations, showcasing 44 unique artworks representing the State's cultural identity. It also includes the creation of median gardens to enhance urban green spaces.
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