19th November 2024, Hyderabad, India – AGI Greenpac, a focused Packaging Products company in India, has received the prestigious Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) Platinum rating for its Specialty Glass Plant in Bhongir. This recognition underscores AGI Greenpac’s commitment to environmental sustainability and its aim to significantly reduce its carbon footprint. The certification reflects the plant’s exemplary sustainability practices, including energy and water conservation, waste management, and an innovative, eco-friendly design. As part of its sustainability initiatives, AGI Greenpac has implemented a series of impactful measures at the Bhongir facility. Key highlights include:
- Energy Efficiency: 100% of the plant’s exposed roof area is coated with high Solar Reflective
Index (SRI) paint to reduce heat absorption, and the facility operates a 0.904 MW solar plant
to harness renewable energy. - Accessibility and Inclusivity: The site includes ramps with handrails, designated parking
spaces, and accessible facilities for differently-abled individuals. - Water Conservation: A rainwater harvesting pond with a 3,500-cubic-meter capacity helps
conserve water, while over 40% of the plant’s landscaping features drought-tolerant species. - Green Spaces: At least 15% of the plant’s area is dedicated to green spaces, enhancing
biodiversity and environmental quality.
These initiatives have collectively positioned AGI Greenpac’s Specialty Glass Plant as a benchmark for sustainability in the packaging products industry.
Commenting on this achievement, Mr. Rajesh Khosla, CEO & President of AGI Greenpac, said:
“Our Specialty Glass Plant achieving the IGBC Platinum rating underscores AGI Greenpac’s commitment to sustainability and our vision for a greener future. We are dedicated to eco-friendly practices across all operations, from design to supply chain management. By advancing innovative green practices and technologies, we are striving to reduce our carbon footprint by 2030 and transition to renewable energy to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.”
The Specialty Glass Plant in Bhongir, which began commercial production in 2023, focuses on producing high-quality glass packaging for premium sectors, including cosmetics, perfumery, candles, and alcoholic beverages.
About AGI Greenpac Limited
AGI Greenpac Limited is a sustainable packaging products company that manufactures and markets various packaging products, including glass containers, PET bottles and injection moulding products, as well as anticounterfeiting security caps and closures. The company has seven plants in India, located across Telangana, Uttarakhand, and Karnataka.
With a focus on quality, innovation, sustainability and customer service, AGI Greenpac is a trusted partner for over 500 institutional clients globally seeking sustainable and reliable packaging solutions.
