Eco Freindly

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NACHIMUTHU POLYTECHNIC COLLEGE

POLLACHI

PAPER PRESENTATION

ON

ECO FRIENDLY INDUSTRIES

TO

K.S.RANGASAMY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

THIRUTHIANCODU

MAHVOTSAV-2012

PRESENTED BY:

SATHISH KUMAR.L (09RA22) MAHESH KUMAR.S (09RA13)


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Abstract

Through the ages, Darwins theory of Survival of the Fittest has impacted the lives

of the human species. Not many thought that the great scientist was prophesying the future of

generations to come.

The political tussle continues between different superpowers, developing and under-

developed countries of this world, once again ignoring the fact that we are warring against a

greater force of nature. And when it gets back to us for all our unfavourable deeds, no nation

can stand against it. Now when our environment fights us back, we are forced to rethink and

amend our ways of living to become more eco-friendly. A new trend hence was given birth in

our endeavour to become eco-friendly which many define as Being Green. In the below

paper we are going to see ,what do you mean by eco friendly ,importance to be eco friendly,

industries which are eco friendly, ways to become eco friendly and conclusion of the paper.

Synopsis

Introduction Importance of being eco friendly Top companies in India that paint India green W ays to become eco friendly Going green

C onclusion

I ntroduction

E nvironmentally friendly (also eco-friendly, nature friendly, and green) are terms

used to refer to goods and services, laws, guidelines and policies claimed to inflict minimal or

no harm on the environment. C ompanies sometimes use these terms to promote goods and

services by making environmental marketing claims and with eco-labels.

W hat do you mean by ecofreindly?

The term eco-friendly is used to describe activities which are good for the

environment. It is a shortening of ecologically friendly, and you may also hear terms like

environmentally friendly or green used to describe similar activities. There are a range of

ways in which activities can be eco-friendly, ranging from products which are constructed in


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an environmentally friendly way to making lifestyle changes which are designed to benefit

the environment.

People engage in eco-friendly activities because they are concerned about the health

of the environment. E nvironmental issues were first pushed to the forefront of the collective

consciousness in the late 1900s, when people realized that their activities were having a

negative impact on the environment. Pollution, rampant use of natural resources, and other

activities were questioned in light of information about how these activities hurt the

environment, and people began to look into more eco-friendly ways of living and doing

business.

Many savvy companies realized that investing in green product development would

pay off, and lines of eco-friendly products can be found in many regions of the world today

as a result. These products are usually made in factories which are environmentally friendly,

such as facilities built from recycled materials which use solar panels for power, and they are

made from components which are also good for the environment, like plant-sourced

ingredients for soaps, or recycled metal for electronics. Product packaging, advertisements,

and other materials may also be eco-friendly.

Im portance of eco friendly industries

C urrently, the global community has become concerned about the condition of the

environment. Over the years, environmental advocates have expressed that most people all

over the world are not taking good care of the place that we live in. In addition to that, they


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have emphasised the unfavourable implications of disregarding the importance of Mother

E arth.

Living in a polluted atmosphere brings a negative impact on the health of human

beings. Because of that, it is highly recommended for people to do their part in minimising

the emission of greenhouse gases to the atmosphere. One good way of doing that is to use

fuel that is more environmentally-friendly. Since there are readily-available energy sources of

this type, people will no longer find it hard to change their traditional energy source with an

eco-friendly one.

Top Co m panies that Paint I ndia Green

India already has many ongoing initiatives to talk about in the context of Being

Green. No doubt that The early bird catches the wor m , and so do initiatives that drive

green lifestyle in catching the limelight in various arena of life. For instance, Tata Steel has

set its goal to reduce carbon dioxide emissions at its Jamshedpur plant from the current 1.8

ton to 1.7 ton per ton of liquid steel made by 2012. Also Tata Motors will set up an eco-

friendly showroom with natural building material for its flooring and energy-efficient lights.

Tata Power group has declared that 25% of the total power it would generate in the next 10

years would be from renewable energy sources.

Suzlon Energy

The worlds fourth largest wind-turbine maker is among the greenest and best Indian

companies in India. Tulsi Tanti, the visionary behind Suzlon, convinced the world that wind

is the energy of the future and built his factory in Pondicherry to run entirely on wind power.

Suzlons corporate building is the most energy-efficient building ever built in India.


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I TC li m ited

ITC strengthened their commitment to green technologies by introducing ozone-

treated elemental chlorine free bleaching technology for the first time in India. The result is

an entire new range of top green products and solutions: the environmentally friendly multi-

purpose paper that is less polluting than its traditional counterpart.

Tata Metaliks Li m ited (TML)

E very day is E nvironment Day at TML, one of the top green firms in India. A

practical example that made everyone sit up and take notice is the companys policy to

discourage working on Saturdays at the corporate office. Lights are also switched off during

the day with the entire office depending on sunlight.

Ta m il Nadu Newsprint and Papers Li m ited (TNPL)

Adjudged the best performer in the 2009-2010 Green Business Survey, TNPL was

awarded the Green Business Leadership Award in the Pulp and Paper Sector. The initiatives

undertaken by this top green firm in India includes two C lean Development Mechanism

projects and a wind farm project that helped generate 2,30,323 C arbon E mission Reductions

earning Rs. 17.40 C rore.

Wipro Technologies


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The list of top 10 green Indian companies is never complete without W ipro which

climbed to the top five brand league in Green peaces 'Guide to Greener E lectronics' ranking.

Despite the global financial crisis, W ipro held fast to its commitment towards energy

efficiency and was lauded for launching energy star compliant products in the market.

H CL Technologies

This IT major may be considered as the icon of Indian green initiatives, thanks to the

go green steps taken in solving the problem of toxics and e-waste in the electronics

industry. H C L is committed to phasing out the hazardous vinyl plastic and Brominates Flame

Retardants from its products and has called for a Restriction on Hazardous Substances

(RoHS) legislation in India.

Oil and Natural Gas Co m pany (ONGC)

Indias largest oil producer, ONG C , is all set to lead the list of top 10 green Indian

companies with energy-efficient, green crematoriums that will soon replace the traditionalwooden pyre across the country. ONG C s Mokshada Green C remation initiative will save 60

to 70% of wood and a fourth of the burning time per cremation.


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I ndus I nd Bank

Green banking has been catching up as among the top Indian green initiatives ever

since IndusInd opened the countrys first solar-powered ATM and pioneered an eco-savvy

change in the Indian banking sector. The bank is planning for more such initiatives in

addressing the challenges of climate change.

IndusInd solar-powered ATM expects to save around 1,980 Kw of energy annually

I DEA Cellular

One of the best Indian companies, ID E A, paints India green with its national Use Mobile,

Save Paper campaign. The company had organized Green Pledge campaigns at Indian cities

where thousands came forward and pledged to save paper and trees. ID E A has also set up bus

shelters with potted plants and tendril climbers to convey the green message.

Eco friendly techniques

Seattle Biodiesel

So two years ago Plaza started Seattle Biodiesel, which makes an alternative

automobile fuel that many experts think could finally ease the nation's addiction to oil.


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Derived from vegetable oil, biodiesel can be blended with regular diesel or poured by

itself into any conventional diesel car or truck. It produces relatively clean, almost sweet-

smelling emissions. Biodiesel's obstacles have been its high price and the absence of a

nationwide infrastructure to crush and refine oil-rich crops into usable fuel. Biofanatics

usually have to drive to the back of a restaurant and beg for free waste oil to fill up their green machines. But Plaza and his partner, multimillionaire dot-com veteran Martin Tobias,

plan to turn biodiesel into a viable national alternative. "Our mission is to make a gas that is

so cheap and plentiful that consumers don't even have to know it's not made from fossil

fuels," says Tobias, who invested his own money and has recruited investors such as

Microsoft cofounder Paul Allen.

Going Green: Creating Sustainable I ndustrial Processes and Eco-Friendly Factories

To run a successful business, its important to pay careful attention to trends within

your industry and the global marketplace as a whole. For those who follow this advice, its

easy to see that one of the most important ongoing trends is a widespread effort to go

green. Sustainable practices and eco-friendly operations are quickly becoming the standard

in every industry. But why are so many companies eager to join this changing landscape of

global commerce? Simply put: adopting eco-friendly practices increases your bottom line,

keeps customers happy, and protects the future of our planet. This is especially true when itcomes to industrial processes and factories. In fact, many experts agree that if a business

intends to be successful in the long-term, it cant afford to not go green!

For a majority of businesses, theres more than enough room for improvement.

W hether you are simply installing energy-efficient lighting in a manufacturing plant or re-

thinking the entire flow of your supply chain, going green boosts profit, overhauls company

image, and protects the health of the environment. C onsider this a rare win-win opportunity

that you must take advantage of to bring your business to the next level.

So what are the specific benefits you can expect from the adoption of eco-friendly

industrial practices? Here are two of the most common:


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I ncreased botto m line due to lower costs and access to new m arkets.

A more profitable operation is the number one reason why most businesses decide to go

green. W hether you are saving money by cutting the costs of energy, water, and resource

consumption or taking advantage of tax breaks for energy efficiency, theres plenty of waysyour business can keep more cash in its coffers.

Your business may also become more profitable thanks to an increased market share

among consumers who desire to work with environmentally-conscious companies. This

market demographic is expected to grow dramatically in the future - claim your piece of the

pie early on.

Enhanced co m pany i m age, happier e m ployees, and other intangible benefits

W hile it may be easy to observe and measure benefits like lower operating costs and

increased market share, going green also provides intangible benefits that are equally

important. You may notice that employee morale, health, and participation increases as you

make eco-friendly improvements to factory working environments.

Youll also enjoy the benefits of an enhanced reputation as a socially responsible

business committed to protecting the environment and people it depends on to succeed.

H ow to Green Any I ndustrial Environ m ent

Lots of companies never get started with their plans to go green because the scope of the

process seems intimidating. For those who have done business a certain way for a number of

years, it may be difficult to summon the energy to change. Just remember that making your

industrial processes greener pays off tenfold in the future.

If the process seems daunting, start simple. Here are some of the most effective greening

practices for industrial processes and factories.


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Adopt energy efficient practices to cut costs instantly.

A good starting point is to conduct an energy audit to see where improvements can be

made. Start simple and consult an expert for larger projects. Do your HVA C filters need to be

replaced? Are you using outdated incandescent lighting? Replacing incandescent bulbs with

C FL fixtures is an easy way to save money on energy. Depending on your yearly

consumption, these savings can reach significant levels.

C heck window seals and use caulking and weather stripping to insulate buildings.

Make use of programmable thermostats to reduce energy waste. These are the basics that are

often overlooked and should be taken care of before embarking on more ambitious energy

projects.

Make use of renewable energy and green power.


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Green energy is quite literally the future of business. If you can get your power from

wind, solar, hydro, or biomass sources, your business will be instantly transformed into a

more sustainable and eco-friendly operation. One option is to build your own source of

renewable green energy on the premises.

Many states offer tax breaks and incentives for businesses who choose this route, and businesses may even receive compensation for energy they generate and contribute back to

the grid.

A reliable, consistent source of clean on-site energy is an excellent way to achieve

true sustainability. If building an on-site energy source isnt an option, you can purchase

green energy from an external source at rates slightly higher than traditional fossil fuel

power.

Reduce, reuse, and recycle whenever possible.

Another way to keep cash in your pockets is to cut down on the amount of waste produced by your industrial processes. Less waste means less money spent on waste removal,

lower costs on raw materials, and higher levels of efficiency overall.

E xpect a spike in productivity as you streamline the process and eliminate excess waste.

W henever possible, use inexpensive post-consumer recycled raw materials and participate in

recycling programs when the manufacturing process is complete.

Another common area of improvement is product packaging. If necessary, rethink and

redesign your current packaging to get rid of any excess or wasteful materials.


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Conserve water

A water efficiency program is a smart way to conserve water as well as your budget.

For many factories and industrial processes, water bills can escalate quickly due to high

levels of consumption. But how much water are you paying for and not using? By making a

commitment to conserve this invaluable resource, youll find yourself spending less money

on buying, heating, cooling, treating, and disposing of it. Have your local water department

or water agency conduct an audit and make efficiency and conservation recommendations.

Then purchase technology that will help to conserve water and minimizes discharges to

sewers and wastewater.E

xpect to see instant savings.

Cut back on pollution


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The environment isnt the only thing thats hurt by pollution. Pollution costs your

business money. E verything that comes out of a process or factory has to be handled, treated,

and properly disposed of so why not staunch the flow of waste at its source and eliminate

the need to deal with it? Purchase high-quality technology that will last without requiring afrequent upgrade. E liminate raw materials from the manufacturing process that arent needed

in the final product. Use in-process recycling to get the most out of the materials you buy

without wasting a dimes worth of your investments.

Donate or recycle used equipment instead of sending it to simmer in a landfill. These

are some basic actions you can take, in addition to larger waste management programs that

can be coordinated with help from special agencies like the E PA at no cost to you.

Make the Co mm it m ent to Go Green

Hopefully by now the why and the how of going green are clear. All thats left is

for you to make a solid commitment to modernizing your business and getting it prepared for

the future of 21st century global commerce. Once you and your employees make

sustainability a part of your mission statement, eco-friendly practices will trickle down into

every corner of your operation. It wont take long for the benefits to start piling up, but the

real reward is the promise of a healthy planet for generations to come.


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Conclusion

Being Green is becoming a big trend. Invented by our need to become eco-friendly

and to survive in harmony with our environment, the trend is fast spreading all across the

globe. Nowadays many, if not all, have developed a need to redesign their lifestyles and geton the green mode. India has enrolled herself to join this new trend and pass out with the best

result possible.

. The nation that leads the clean energy econo m y will be the nation that leads

the global econo m y

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