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Aurobindo Pharma — full event log

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2024· 28 events

2025 sustainability goals: 12.5% carbon reduction, 20% renewable energy share, 35% water conservationData confidence — high

Aurobindo set 2025 goals including 12.5% carbon footprint reduction (SBTi well below 2°C), 20% renewable energy share (Power-to-Power), 35% water conservation/restoration, 60% co-processing of hazardous waste, 100% reuse/recycle of non-hazardous waste. Already achieved 16% carbon reduction (exceeded target), 14% renewables, 36% water restoration, 64% co-processing.

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Reasonable assurance obtained for BRSR CoreData confidence — high

M/s Sharp & Tannan Associates provided reasonable assurance (higher bar than typical limited assurance) on identified sustainability information including energy, water, GHG, waste, safety, gender diversity per SEBI BRSR Core requirements.

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ISO 14001, ISO 45001, SA 8000, ISO 9001 certificationsData confidence — high

Operations certified to ISO 14001:2015 (environment), ISO 45001:2018 (occupational health & safety), SA 8000 (social accountability), ISO 9001:2015 (quality).

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Zero Liquid Discharge at 5 manufacturing unitsData confidence — high

Achieved Zero Liquid Discharge status at 5 units (erstwhile Aurobindo U-I, V, VIII, IX and Eugia-II). Treated wastewater reused for utility consumption.

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AMR Industry Alliance — PNEC targets for antibiotics in wastewaterData confidence — high

Aurobindo committed to Predicted No-Effect Concentrations (PNECs) targets for antibiotics in wastewater as per AMR Industry Alliance targets, addressing anti-microbial resistance risk.

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Subsidiary additions: Auro Pharma LLC Russia (Jul 2023), Auro Trading Pvt Ltd (Nov 2023)Data confidence — high

Two new subsidiaries added in FY24: Auro Pharma LLC Russia (effective Jul 24, 2023) and Auro Trading Private Limited (Nov 22, 2023). Auroscience (Pty) Ltd liquidated Jun 4, 2023.

sustainability_report p.5

Scope 3 emissions data collection initiatedData confidence — high

Company stated it is in the process of initiating collection of Scope 3 emissions information from value chain partners. Scope 3 not yet quantified.

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Primary: Solar self-generation and grid renewable purchaseData confidence — high

30MW solar PV plant at Pydibhimavaram generates ~43,000 MWh annually consumed in-house. Additional renewable supply sourced from associate power plants (NVNR Ramannapet I & II, 26% holdings). Together delivered 14% of power consumption against 20% 2025 goal.

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Primary: Boiler fuel switching from coal to biomass/briquette and PNGData confidence — high

Company shifted from coal to biomass or briquette fuel at selected manufacturing units and adopted piped natural gas (PNG). Combined energy efficiency and fuel-switching initiatives reduced coal consumption by 4,736 MT in FY24 via improved steam condensate recovery and boiler efficiency.

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Primary: Energy-efficiency program in chillers, compressors and pumpsData confidence — high

Reduction in power consumption of 180.6 lakh kWh (~18 GWh) through installation of energy-efficient pumps, chillers under BOOT model, solar rooftop panels, VFDs, auto tube cleaning systems on chillers, replacement with energy-efficient compressors, synchronisation of nitrogen plants and optimum chiller/compressor loading.

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Dependent: Low-carbon logistics and supplier ESG auditsData confidence — high

Sustainable supply chain identified as a material risk. Mitigation includes shifting towards low-carbon logistics, supplier Code of Conduct (effective April 1, 2023) and engagements/audits. 51% of key starting material suppliers in India (for finished dosage drug products) assessed on Supplier Code of Conduct in FY24 vs 50% in FY23 — target 100%.

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Dependent: Hazardous waste co-processing in cement kilnsData confidence — high

More than 62% (15,269 tonnes in FY24) of hazardous waste diverted to cement industries for co-processing as alternative fuel, displacing fossil fuels. Achieved 64% co-processing of hazardous waste against 60% 2025 target. Avoids landfilling and incineration, supporting circular outcomes.

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Scope 3 data collection initiatedaffects scope 3 co2eData confidence — high

Company is in the process of initiating collection of Scope 3 emissions information from value chain partners; not yet reported.

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2025 carbon footprint reduction target (SBTi well-below-2°C)affects scope 1 co2eData confidence — high

Goal of 12.5% reduction in carbon footprint per Science Based Targets initiative – well below 2°C scenario; reported 16% achieved against target.

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2025 hazardous waste co-processing targetData confidence — high

60% co-processing of hazardous waste target; achieved 64%. 100% reuse/recycle of non-hazardous waste target achieved.

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2025 renewable energy target (20% power-to-power)affects renewable electricity pctData confidence — high

Goal of 20% renewable energy share (Power-to-Power) by 2025; about 14% achieved so far.

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Reasonable assurance obtained on BRSR CoreData confidence — high

Sharp & Tannan Associates provided reasonable assurance on BRSR Core sustainability indicators for FY2023-24.

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Zero Liquid Discharge at five unitsData confidence — high

ZLD status achieved at erstwhile Aurobindo U-I, V, VIII, IX and Eugia-II units; treated wastewater reused for utility consumption.

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Primary: Fuel switching: coal to biomass/briquette and piped natural gasData confidence — high

Shifted from coal to biomass/briquette fuel at several manufacturing units and increased use of Piped Natural Gas. Reduced coal consumption by 4,736 MT in FY24 through improved steam condensate recovery and boiler efficiency.

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Dependent: AMR / wastewater PNEC compliance for antibioticsData confidence — high

Aurobindo targets Predicted No-Effect Concentrations (PNECs) for antibiotics in wastewater as per the AMR Industry Alliance, mitigating anti-microbial resistance impact across its manufacturing and value chain.

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2025 water neutrality / 35% conservation targetaffects water consumption m3Data confidence — high

Towards water neutrality – 35% water conservation/restoration. Achieved 36% conservation/restoration.

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One employee fatality recorded in FY24affects h s fatalitiesData confidence — high

One work-related fatality among employees in FY24 (zero in FY23). Indicates a safety setback against zero-reportable-incidents goal.

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Information security incident at overseas subsidiaryData confidence — high

One data breach reported affecting select internal IT systems at a non-India subsidiary; not material, 0% involved personally identifiable customer information.

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Primary: Energy efficiency in manufacturing operationsData confidence — high

Cut power consumption by 180.6 lakh kWh in FY24 via energy-efficient pumps, chillers under BOOT model, rooftop solar, VFDs, auto tube cleaning on chillers, efficient compressors, nitrogen plant synchronisation and filter presses. Combined Scope 1/2 actions delivered an estimated 2,37,455 tCO2e reduction.

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Primary: Hazardous waste diversion to cement co-processingData confidence — high

Over 62% of hazardous waste sent to cement industries for use as alternative fuel; 64% co-processing achieved against a 60% 2025 target. 100% non-hazardous waste recycled/reused, including fly ash to brick manufacturers and plastic waste to authorised recyclers.

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Dependent: Sustainable supply chain / Supplier Code of Conduct rolloutData confidence — high

Supplier Code of Conduct effective April 1, 2023 with ESG-aligned vendor qualification. 51% of key starting-material suppliers in India for finished dosage forms assessed in FY24 (vs 50% in FY23); goal 100%. Company also targets shift to low-carbon logistics.

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Solar PPA from JV plus rooftop self-generation toward 20% by 2025Data confidence — high

Aurobindo consumed 1,24,446 MWh renewable power in FY24 — self-generated plus purchased solar from JV/Associate companies (NVNR Ramannapet I & II Power Plants, 26% owned). Generated about 43,000 MWh from a 30 MW solar plant near Pydibhimavaram, Vizag. Reached ~14% renewable share against a 2025 Power-to-Power target of 20%.

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On-site 30MW solar + sourcing from JV/associate plants towards 20% renewable shareData confidence — high

Aurobindo consumed 1,24,446 MWh renewable power in FY24, including ~43,000 MWh self-generated from its 30MW solar plant near Pydibhimavaram, Vizag, and purchased solar power from JV/associate companies (NVNR Ramannapet I & II Power Plants — 26% associates). Renewable share reached ~14% (power-to-power) against 2025 target of 20%. Strategy also includes shifting from coal to biomass/briquettes and piped natural gas at select units.

sustainability_report p.10