Sustainable development in India is a concept where the nation can grow and develop, with a low carbon footprint. A nation that develops will have some pollution. However, by taking sustainable action, a country can reduce its pollution. This, in turn, will result in people living in a more habitable world.

Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages takes sustainable development in India very seriously. It is more than just protecting the environment and creating a low carbon footprint. It is also about ensuring local communities thrive and are not affected by pollution.
Hindustan Coca-Cola Beverages has taken action through several initiatives.
Making 100% LED Factories
A single LED bulb has as much as 80% energy efficiency in comparison to incandescent bulbs. HCCB is in the process of making its factories light-up with LED lights. Seven HCCB factories across India have already been made 100% LED. The transformation is helping the Jammu factory save as much as 37,500 KWH/annum and reduce carbon emission by 30,000 kg/annum.
Taking Action on World Environment Day
HCCB utilized World Environment Day to create awareness in the community about environmental conservation. In certain places like Khurdha, Vijayawada and Siliguri, the HCCB team went out on a Green Walk with signs and banners. One team even enacted a skit.
Reducing Water Consumption
Water is a precious commodity for many local communities that HCCB is a part of. HCCB has taken extensive steps to use less water and maximise its water usage. Every HCCB factory is equipped with an effluent treatment plant to recycle water.
Managing Plastic Waste
HCCB has created a circular economy on plastic. Tying up with various government organisations and NGOs, recollection drives are conducted in various cities regularly. And partnering up with recycling companies, HCCB ensures that plastic bottles are recycled and used again.
As the nation grows, sustainable development in India is crucial. For a company that sees the customer as king, taking care of local communities is important.