TOTO, a sanitaryware and bathroom innovation company, has been recognized as one of the “World’s Most Sustainable Companies 500” by TIME Magazine, ranking 309th globally. This recognition is a testament to the company’s long-standing commitment to sustainability and Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) practices. TOTO has also been consistently included in the FTSE4Good Index Series, a globally recognized benchmark for companies demonstrating strong ESG performance.
TOTO India has been implementing pioneering sustainability initiatives at its Halol plant in Gujarat, with a focus on reducing its carbon footprint. The company has achieved significant energy savings through innovative measures such as the use of electrical timers and variable frequency drives for process and machine operations, as well as the utilization of waste heat for mould and product drying. Additionally, TOTO India has introduced a solar water heating system, achieved a 40% reduction in natural gas usage, and repurposed crushed fired-ware scrap for industrial reuse.
The company has also adopted an OPEX model for wind power energy procurement, covering over 30% of its total energy needs with renewable sources. Other sustainable practices include reusing raw materials collected from dust and spillovers, treating wastewater with an RO system, and maintaining daily energy consumption monitoring practices.
Shiozawa Kazuyuki, Managing Director of TOTO India, emphasized that being recognized as a sustainable company is a testament to the company’s commitment to sustainability and responsible innovation. The company aims to optimize energy efficiency, expand renewable energy use, and reduce its carbon footprint to meet the highest standards in environmental stewardship.
TOTO continues to invest in environmental technologies and policies, driving sustainable growth across the industry. The company is committed to pushing the boundaries of sustainable practices through eco-friendly product innovations and intensifying its ESG efforts globally and locally in India. Through these initiatives, TOTO aims to provide comfortable, healthy lifestyles to all while contributing to a greener and more sustainable world.