| Product Profile/Sector | Motorcycles, scooters |
|---|---|
| HO Location | New Delhi, India |
| Factory Locations |
Gurugram, India Rewari, India Alwar, India 7 others in India, Colombia and Bangladesh |
| Net Zero Target | Carbon-Neutral by 2030 |
|---|---|
| Certifications & Accreditations | ISO 14000, ISO 50001, ISO 14040/44 |
| Reports | BRSR, TCFD, GRI, SASB, TNFD |
| Ratings | CDP-B, DJSI, Sustainalytics, MSCI-A, FTSE4Good, LSEG-Above Average |
Hero MotoCorp is advancing toward carbon-neutral operations by 2030 through a robust renewable energy strategy, including on-site captive solar plants and off-site solar and wind power via wheeling agreements, alongside rigorous annual energy conservation efforts. HMCL's energy consumption has diversified over the last five years, with renewable energy growing from 6% in FY21 to 32% of electrical energy consumption in FY25.
| Initiative Undertaken | Details | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Renewable power | 11.5 MWp of distributed captive solar installations across India, utilizes 2 MW of wheeled renewable energy at its Halol plant, and powers its Haridwar facility entirely by renewable grid energy. | Achieved 90% carbon neutrality at Haridwar while consuming 497 lakh kWh of renewable energy in FY 2024-25. |
| Energy efficiency projects | Upgradation of chillers, motors, pumps, blowers, compressors, HVAC, installation of VFDs, LED lighting, deployment of automation and optimisation. | Achieved a 2% energy saving of total energy demand as per target |
| Unit - GJ | Unit | 2024-25 | 2023-24 | 2022-23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Renewable Sources | ||||
| Electricity | GJ | 179,095.00 | 71,491.00 | - |
| Total Renewable Energy | GJ | 179,095.00 | 71,491.00 | - |
| Non-Renewable Sources | ||||
| Electricity | GJ | 349,336.00 | 413,419.00 | - |
| Fuel | GJ | 317,369.00 | 356,305.00 | - |
| Total Non-Renewable Energy | GJ | 666,705.00 | 769,724.00 | - |
| Total Energy Consumed | GJ | 845,800.00 | 841,215.00 | - |
| Renewable Power % | % | 21.17 | 8.49 | - |
| Intensity Metrics | ||||
| GJ/vehicle | GJ/vehicle | 0.140 | 0.150 | - |
In FY 2024-25, Hero MotoCorp surpassed its 5% target with a 16.9% reduction in water impact via over 104 conservation and harvesting initiatives, achieving 0.13 KL/vehicle freshwater intensity, 64.31% water recycling/reuse, and 500% water positivity status. The company conducted water audits at four plants, unlocking over 150 KL annual freshwater savings through source reduction, recycling, and reuse.
| Initiative Undertaken | Detail | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| All manufacturing plants operate with zero liquid discharge | ZLD employs advanced UF, RO with MEE and ATFD to treat effluent. STPs and ETPs are designed to recycle and treat both domestic and industrial wastewater for reuse in various non-potable applications, such as gardening, flushing, and cooling tower operations. | Enabling full water recycling and zero discharge. Reduce dependency on freshwater sources while maintaining operational efficiency. |
| Initiatives aimed at lowering the use of both process and non-process water. | Tap replacement, Automated overflow protection, optimization of process bath, cooling system optimisation, ETF efficiency improvement, utilisation of reject water for flushing | These initiatives save upto 28,000 KL water per year. |
| Pond Development and Rejuvenation Program | HMCL successfully developed 50 farm ponds in strategic areas, including Kukas (Jaipur, Rajasthan) and two community ponds in Gurugram (Haryana). | These interventions have resulted in an increased water storage capacity of 119.7 million liters across the regions. |
| Unit - KL | Unit | 2024-25 | 2023-24 | 2022-23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Source | ||||
| Surface water | KL | 115,932.00 | 116,975.00 | - |
| Groundwater | KL | 530,596.00 | 507,561.00 | - |
| Purchased water | KL | 138,049.00 | 132,642.00 | - |
| Total Water Withdrawal | KL | 784,577.00 | 757,178.00 | - |
| Consumption | KL | 784,577.00 | 757,178.00 | - |
| Water Discharged | Data not reported | |||
| % Replacement of Consumption | % | 500.00 | - | - |
| Intensity Metrics | ||||
| KL/vehicle | KL/vehicle | 0.130 | 0.140 | - |
The company have achieved 100% zero waste-to-landfill status across all operations in FY 2024-ahead of schedule-and maintained it in FY 2025, with every facility certified. Waste management systems have realized a diversion rate exceeding 99%, effectively eliminating operational waste sent to landfills or incineration.
| Initiative Undertaken | Detail | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Space optimized packing | Corrugated design for better component arrangement (vs. plywood 1253x1033x313mm, 0.405 m³/box) | Increased container capacity from 158 to 190 vehicles (+32 per 40-ft) |
| In-plant road construction using recycled plastic waste | Construction of a 63,743 square meter road using recycled plastic waste, collected from the local community, at Dharuhera, Gurgaon and Tirupati plants | Waste reduction, sustainable infrastructure, community engagement and cost effectiveness. |
| Recyclability and use of recycled materials in products | 100% of product volume (IECs and EVs) are more than 80% recyclable as per Automotive Industry Standard (AIS) 129 | Enables circularity in operations and reduces waste production. |
| Unit - MT | Unit | 2024-25 | 2023-24 | 2022-23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Waste Generated | ||||
| Plastic waste | MT | 1,617.00 | 1,678.00 | - |
| E-waste | MT | 17.92 | 6.40 | - |
| Biomedical waste | MT | 0.410 | 0.300 | - |
| Construction waste | MT | 4,276.00 | 2,394.70 | - |
| Battery waste | MT | 121.80 | 101.00 | - |
| Other Hazardous waste | MT | 2,056.00 | 1,786.00 | - |
| Other Non-Hazardous waste | MT | 10,987.00 | 10,859.00 | - |
| Total Waste Generated | MT | 19,076.13 | 16,825.40 | - |
| Waste Recovered | ||||
| Total Waste Recovered | ||||
| Recycled | MT | 24.80 | 0.00 | - |
| Re-used | MT | 5,128.00 | 3,844.20 | - |
| Total Waste Recovered | MT | 5,152.80 | 3,844.20 | - |
| Waste Disposed | ||||
| Total waste disposed | ||||
| Incineration | MT | 0.400 | 0.300 | - |
| Other | MT | 13,546.00 | 12,980.80 | - |
| Intensity Metrics | Data not reported | |||
Hero MotoCorp targets 100% carbon-neutral operations (Scope 1 & 2) by 2030 via a multi-pronged strategy encompassing energy efficiency gains, renewable energy expansion, and carbon offset mechanisms. The company also tackles Scope 3 emissions by involving suppliers and dealers through the Sustainable Partner Development Programme and Green Dealer Development Programme. In FY 2024-25, it avoided 36,167.27 tCO₂ emissions via renewable energy and achieved 45% carbon neutrality.
| Initiative Undertaken | Detail | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Emission control devices and OCEMS | Installed tools to capture emissions at source with CEMS connected to CPCB for real time tracking | Reduced SOx, NOx, PM, and VOC releases and ensured compliance |
| Emissions per vehicle monitoring & reduction | Track Scope 1&2 emissions per vehicle; FY25 at 15.3 kgCO₂/veh; target 2.90 kgCO₂/veh by FY30. | Aligns with carbon-neutral via renewables, efficient tech, sustainable manufacturing. |
| Unit - tCO2e | Unit | 2024-25 | 2023-24 | 2022-23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | tCO2e | 19,938.00 | 21,375.00 | - |
| Scope 2 | tCO2e | 70,547.00 | 82,224.00 | - |
| Scope 3 | tCO2e | 18,940,829.00 | 20,182,252.00 | - |
| Intensity Metrics | ||||
| Scope 1+2 KgCO2e/Vehicle | Scope 1+2 KgCO2e/Vehicle | 15.30 | 18.60 | - |
| Scope 3 tCO2e/Vehicle | Scope 3 tCO2e/Vehicle | 3.21 | 3.63 | - |
| Air Pollutants | ||||
| NOx (Tonne) | Tonne | 14.50 | 22.90 | - |
| SOx (Tonne) | Tonne | 1.10 | 3.70 | - |
| Particulate Matter (Tonne) | Tonne | 9.90 | 7.20 | - |
In FY 2024-25, Hero MotoCorp completed comprehensive LCA studies for four key products-HF Deluxe, VIDA, HD 440, and Splendor Plus-covering 75% of its total sales volume. The company aims to expand LCA coverage to 80% in the next financial year, underscoring its dedication to sustainable product development and ongoing environmental enhancements. Developed new control strategy patents to enable combustion to detect ethanol content between 20% and 100% and received Type Approval for first Flex Fuel Vehicle designed to run on Ethanol Blend ranging between E20-E85.
In 2021, Hero MotoCorp adopted Gurugram's Aravalli Biodiversity Park for a 10-year restoration and conservation program. The company developed essential infrastructure, including washrooms, drinking water facilities, guard huts, parking areas, and wildlife water pits. These initiatives have preserved native flora and fauna, drawn over 500 daily visitors, and markedly boosted biodiversity.
In FY 2024-25, Hero MotoCorp maintained its tree plantation projects in Chengalpattu, Halol, and Jaipur, nurturing over 100,000 trees to promote green cover and ecological health.
| Initiative Undertaken | Detail | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Environment Awareness Programme | Conducted in government schools/colleges in Chennai, Halol, and Vadodara; focused on waste management and sustainable living | Reached over 270,000 students, fostering environmental consciousness |
| Young Earth Heroes | Launched in 10 Delhi NCR schools; taught carbon footprint calculation and preservation activities | Empowered 1,238 students in hands-on sustainability |
| Farm Pond Development | Developed 50 farm ponds around Kukas Gram Panchayat, Jaipur, Rajasthan | Enhanced water availability for agriculture and local communities |
| Unit - Cr INR | Unit | 2024-25 | 2023-24 | 2022-23 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CSR Budget | Cr INR | 79.99 | 72.70 | - |
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