World Earth Day 2021

George Rajkumar, Country President, Grundfos India said, “Restoring Earth is the theme of this World Earth Day and one of the key elements we need to prioritize is restoring our water. We need to improve the quality and quantity of our groundwater, keep our surface water sources clean and try to manage our wastewater sustainably by treating and reusing it. Water needs to be managed intelligently to avoid wastage through leakages as well as during consumption. Sustainable technology can play a key role in helping us restore and improve our water quality, availability and access. If we all come together to protect our water, I am sure that we can begin our journey towards restoring our planet.”

Ravichandran Purushothaman, President, Danfoss India said, “Today, the world demands a transformative economic, social, and environmental solution to mitigate the challenges of climate change. While rebuilding our economies after the pandemic, it is essential for us to invest in energy efficiency and action on sustainability. This simple shift in mindset can promote growth across multiple levels and help create new jobs. While India is on track to meet its COP21 commitments, COP26 planned later this year is looking towards a Net Zero or a Race to Zero challenge for a world where energy efficiency and sustainability will be among the main pillars. Global figures indicate that over 78% of global emissions are generated by buildings, transport, and industry. 

 

The technologies that can accelerate green energy transition over the coming decades for these sectors are already present, proven, and ready to be accelerated. However, to move faster, businesses and governments need to push one another and work together. At Danfoss, we wish to create a cycle where bold business commitments support bold policies – which in turn, support even bolder business action & overall change. Energy-efficiency improvements can account for 44% of the reduction in energy-related CO2 emissions needed to meet our sustainability targets. Therefore, an ‘energy efficiency first’ principle will be instrumental to help us decarbonize our energy system. In turn, this will help us free up electricity to make our transportation systems electric, our buildings green and our cities sustainable. This Earth Day, let us reiterate our commitment to the future generations to help restore and rebuild our planet by laying the foundation for a sustainable way of life, starting today.”

Vinamra Srivastava, CEO, Business Parks, CapitaLand India said, “CapitaLand places sustainability at the core of what we do.  We integrate sustainability into every stage of our real estate life cycle, from investment to design, development and operations, garnering international recognition for our efforts in greening our business parks.  Recently we have secured green loans totalling INR 1700 crores marking our foray into sustainable finance in India, with the commitment to grow our business in a responsible manner as we create long-term value for our stakeholders.  We are glad to work with like-minded partners who support CapitaLand’s aim to develop greener buildings while continuing to contribute to the environmental and social well-being of our communities.”

Water Industry Experts Meet to Tackle the Growing Water Crisis in India

Water Industry Experts Meet to Tackle the Growing Water Crisis in India

Water is a key focus area for India now and the management of this precious resource is a key priority for all the stakeholders involved. To make the water sector more resilient, American Water Works Association (AWWA) hosted the 3^rd AWWA India Annual Conference and Exhibition – AICE’19 in Mumbai.'

A strong advocate of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals 6 (clean water and sanitation), Grundfos India supported this conference as a Bronze Sponsor. As a company, Grundfos India understands the need to build a sustainable future that preserves and protects resources, and the importance of engaging in dialogue that leads to imperative solutions in water conservation. With innovation and sustainability at the core and their knowledge combined with optimized water solutions for water utility applications, water treatment solutions for the entire water treatment cycle, and water supply solutions, Grundfos is helping countries around the world become water secure. 

The event brought together over 300 decision-makers and experts from Government Departments, Municipal Corporations, Water Boards, Ministry of Jal Shakti, technology providers, Consultants, EPC companies, Plant Developers and various water intensive industries from across India to reimagine a water secure future. This two-day conference also discussed the future trends in water, wastewater and sewage management.

Speaking at the event, Sanjeev Sirsi, Associate Vice President – Water Utility, Grundfos India, said “Climate change is forcing us to look at water with a whole new lens. We must look at not only managing water but also wastewater in a sustainable manner. This can be done by looking at water with a circular-economy mindset and adopting intelligent technologies.”

Water Industry Experts Meet to Tackle the Growing Water Crisis in India

Water Industry Experts Meet to Tackle the Growing Water Crisis in India

 

Water is a key focus area for India now and the management of this precious resource is a key priority for all the stakeholders involved. To make the water sector more resilient, American Water Works Association (AWWA) hosted the 3^rd AWWA India Annual Conference and Exhibition – AICE’19 in Mumbai.

 

A strong advocate of the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals 6 (clean water and sanitation), Grundfos India supported this conference as a Bronze Sponsor. As a company, Grundfos India understands the need to build a sustainable future that preserves and protects resources, and the importance of engaging in dialogue that leads to imperative solutions in water conservation. With innovation and sustainability at the core and their knowledge combined with optimized water solutions for water utility applications, water treatment solutions for the entire water treatment cycle, and water supply solutions, Grundfos is helping countries around the world become water secure. 

 

The event brought together over 300 decision-makers and experts from Government Departments, Municipal Corporations, Water Boards, Ministry of Jal Shakti, technology providers, Consultants, EPC companies, Plant Developers and various water intensive industries from across India to reimagine a water secure future. This two-day conference also discussed the future trends in water, wastewater and sewage management.

 

Speaking at the event, Sanjeev Sirsi, Associate Vice President – Water Utility, Grundfos India, said “Climate change is forcing us to look at water with a whole new lens. We must look at not only managing water but also wastewater in a sustainable manner. This can be done by looking at water with a circular-economy mindset and adopting intelligent technologies.”

Sustainable water management critical to mitigate climate change

Grundfos India brings together key stakeholders to encourage water sustainability

Grundfos India, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technology, is the Gold sponsor of the 5th Water Innovation Summit 2019 organized by the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII). The two-day conference scheduled on September 18 and 19, 2019 in Delhi will include constructive discussions by industry experts on core issues pertinent for ensuring water availability and management. 

Grundfos has charted its path in support of the United Nation’s Sustainability Development Goal (SDG) 6 as its key focus area, to ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all. Cognizant of the given crisis, Grundfos India recognizes the power of integrated innovative water management solutions for everyday business and way of life. Through its association with this Summit, Grundfos India aims to inspire government, industry leaders and stakeholders to deploy intelligent, innovative and energy-efficient digital techniques. 

As a panellist on the session on‘Scalable community-led local initiatives’Saravanan Panneer Selvam, General Manager, Grundfos India said, “Given India’s escalating water crisis, there is an urgent need to invest, build and adopt integrated and innovative water management solutions. It is necessary for us to also look at decentralized, community led solutions for sustainable water and wastewater management. This will be possible only through the close collaboration of technology providers, community leaders and the Government. The focus has to be on how to sustainably use, reuse, recharge and recycle water within communities. We also need to ensure that communities are equipped to address climate change as well – be it depleting water sources or flooding”.

Grundfos India provides access to clean water to more than 1450 villagers

Addresses drinking water challengesat Maiyur Panchayat using sustainable solutions

Grundfos, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technology, partnered with Hand in Hand India, a leading international nonprofit organization to provide access to clean drinking water to more than 1450 villagers residing inMaiyur Panchayat, Tamil Nadu.

The villagers in Maiyur Panchayat consisting mostly of labourers have struggled to get water daily, some of them even walking more than two kilometers a day to fetch water. Grundfos India through this Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiative has sponsored a complete drinking water system, including the erection of drinking water bore well, installation of solar operated pump and storage tank arrangement for controlled water use.Through this, more than 290 households have been positively impacted and their dependency on external sources for drinking water has reduced extensively.

The Maiyur Community Drinking Water Project was inaugurated by Mahathi Parashuram, Regional Head Public Affairs, Communications& Engagement, Grundfos Asia Pacific Region, Sandip Mookerjee President, Hand In Hand India and some local village community leaders.

Speaking about the initiative, Mahathi Parashuram, said “Water is a key focus for us at Grundfos. Providing access to water to rural communities through our CSR initiative also directly aligns to our goal of supporting UN’s Sustainability Development Goal 6. Through this initiative, not only are we bringing safe drinking water closer tothe community, we are helping improve health, hygiene and quality of life of these families. In the long run, this water access is also helping women as they no longer have to spend hours fetching water - giving them a chance to work and earn more, enabling girls to return to school and reduce health costs of the community”.

Sandip Mookerjee, President, Hand in Hand India, also added “While we at Hand In Hand India works closely on addressing drinking water issues across communities through our Integrated VillageUpliftment Programmes. This is only possible through the close collaboration with companies like Grundfos India. We have been working with Grundfos India over the last few years and have seen their dedication to improve the lives of people through the access to clean water”.

Through the years, Grundfos India has been working to improve the access of clean water in hundreds of villages in India.

Grundfos India Emphasises on the need for industry

Grundfos India emphasises on the need for industry responsiveness for Sustainable Development

Grundfos India, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technology, is the Silver sponsor ofthe 14th Sustainability Summit organized by the Confederation of Indian Industries (CII). The two-day conference scheduled on August 28 and 29, 2019 in Delhiwill bring together thought leaders and policy makers from across the worldto share their inspiring perspective on sustainable transformation. The summit aims to have constructive discussions on various sustainability issues and solutions.

Grundfos recognises the need for achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) in the set timeand believes that there is a business case and potential to identify and develop solutions to scale. The private sector, with its power of innovation, can find many of the solutions to meet the SDG challenge. Grundfos believes that its association with this conference will enhance its own awareness as well as the awareness among other stakeholders, on this significant subject of Sustainable Development.

Speaking at the session on ‘Urban Space Management’,Saravanan Panneer Selvam, Sales Director, INDO Region, Grundfos said, “With the exponential increase in urbanization, it is imperative that we start looking at adopting efficient technologies and solutions that can make urban spaces not only smart, but sustainable as well. Sustainability is in Grundfos’ DNA and the company has always supported its customers with a portfolio of sustainable products and solutions. With our knowledge on water handling technology, we play a vital roleincreating intelligent solutions that can manage water and wastewater efficiently in urban spaces."

Grundfos India brings clean drinking water to village

Grundfos India, a global leader in advanced pump solutions and water technology, partnered with Hand in Hand India, a leading international nonprofit organization to bring clean drinking water to Thiruvanai Koil, Kancheepuram. The drinking water system was inaugurated in the presence of the village community today.

Drinking water has been a critical concern for the people in Thiruvanai Koil especially in the summer. The villagers are either forced to travel nearly five KMs every day to nearby panchayats for drinking water or had to resort to buying water from private companies. Since most of the villagers have a basic income either from manual labor or agriculture, they do not have the luxury to directly invest in drinking water facilities. 

Through this Grundfos India sponsored system, more than 250 households will be positively impacted and their dependency on external sources for drinking water will be tremendously reduced.

Speaking about the initiative, Mahathi Parashuram, Regional Head of Public Affairs, Communications & Engagement, Asia Pacific Region, Grundfos, said “We believe that access to drinking water is a basic human right. The significance of this initiative emanates from our commitment towards providing clean drinking water to people across the globe. Our aim is to improve the overall quality of life of the people in Thiruvanai Koil and help them become self-sufficient with respect to clean water. They will now have more time and energy to focus on their families, education and livelihood.”

Krishnan, Chief Operating Officer, Hand in Hand India, also added “We at HIH India have always worked towards uplifting and creating self-reliant villages. We are delighted to partner with Grundfos India to bring clean drinking water to the village of Thiruvanai Koil. Like Grundfos, we also believe that access to clean drinking water is a necessity and we want to be help improve the lives of as many people as possible.”