Sustainable Public Procurement: Towards a low‐carbon economy

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prescribed by the Central Government as par the empowerment
of the section 56 (2) of the Energy Conservation Act, 2001. The
code sets well-defined norms and standards of energy
consumption in buildings across various climatic zones of India in
order to improve energy efficiency of buildings. BEE has also
been instrumental in introducing energy efficient BEE labelled
fluroscent lamps, airconditioners, distribution transformers in
the market to promote energy efficient services across various
sectors in the country.
Air India
Company profile
Environmental initiatives
Andhra Pradesh Paper Mills
Company profile
Air India is India's national and the first flag carrier. Recently it
has merged with the Indian airlines, the country’s leader in the
domestic sector. It is a major force in the airline industry and has
been expanding its fleet and network in both the domestic as well
as international frontiers.
Air India is a member of TERI – BCSD and UN Global Compact
Principles but it does not have an established laid down
environmental policy. Most of its environmental initiatives have
been led by the concerned officials.
For more information, please visit
http://home.airindia.in/SBCMS/Webpages/JRD.aspx?MID=196#
The Company was incorporated on 29th June 1964 as “The
Andhra Paper Mills Ltd.” at Rajahmundry. The Certificate of
Commencement of business was obtained on 10th July 1964. In
2001, Coastal Paper ltd. was taken over by the Company. The
Production capacity of both the units put together is 1, 53,500
TPA. The estimated paper production will increase to 1,74,500
TPA after the completion of paper modernization plan in the year
2007.
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