In celebration of World Environment Day 2024, Bestway Cement was awarded with the newly instituted “Pakistan Environmental Awards” to recognize and appreciate its exemplary efforts in promoting sustainable and environmentally friendly practices amongst several manufacturing entities in Pakistan.
The Awards highlighted the innovative approaches and significant initiatives made by businesses, non-profits and educational institutions contributing towards preserving our planet for future generations.
The ceremony was organised by Devcom-Pakistan in collaboration with the Pakistan Environmental Protection Agency (Pak-EPA), Pakistan National Council of the Arts (PNCA), different sub-national EPAs and industrial associations.
An overwhelming number of participants and audience members from diverse backgrounds attended the event. These included environmental activists, industry leaders, policymakers and members of the public.
Renowned as a responsible corporate citizen, Bestway Cement prioritizes the well-being of its employees and the communities surrounding its four plant locations. The company considers the nurturing of a healthy social environment an integral aspect of its overall success.
In line with its environmentally conscious legacy, Bestway Cement has achieved full operational status for solar power plants at all sites, boasting a total capacity of 105.45 MWs todate. This distributed captive power generation capacity is the largest in the region, setting a significant milestone not only in Pakistan but across the entire region.
The company has also led the way in water conservation by adopting innovative Air Cooled Condenser (ACC) Systems, replacing conventional water-cooled methods. Bestway's commitment to environmental responsibility extends to rain harvesting, with the construction of large rain harvesting reservoirs to minimize dependence on underground water sources.
A true pioneer, Bestway Cement established Pakistan's inaugural Waste Heat Recovery Power Plant (WHRPP) at a cost of US$47 million. Notably, all of its plants effectively employ WHRPP, reducing reliance on the National Grid and demonstrating the company's dedication to sustainable practices.
Bestway Cement's plants are proudly certified under the ISO 14001:2004 Environmental Management System (EMS), exemplifying the company's unwavering commitment to adhering to rigorous environmental quality standards. These standards set by Pakistan's Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and international emission norms are not only met but exceeded by Bestway's voluntary adherence.
Such achievement is attributed to the integration of environmental considerations into the design of all plant facilities and related infrastructure.
Distinguishing itself in the cement industry, Bestway maintains a dedicated environment department led by experienced environmental professionals. This department ensures that BCL's operations not only align with national environmental quality standards but also conform to international benchmarks.
The event proved to be a testament to the collective commitment towards achieving a greener, more sustainable world.
