The Business Bytes
TBB BUREAU
BHUBANESWAR, MARCH 24, 2022
One of the largest integrated Bauxite-Alumina-Aluminium-Power producers in the country, National Aluminium Company Ltd (NALCO) has been adjudged the National Winner of the prestigious Golden Peacock Award for Sustainability, in recognition of its relentless focus on Sustainable mining and environment-friendly practices.
Golden Peacock Awards, instituted by the Institute of Directors (IOD), is regarded as a hallmark of Corporate Excellence, both locally and globally.
NALCO Chairman-cum-Managing Director Sridhar Patra received the Award on Wednesday, in a virtual session organized by the Institute of Directors (IOD).
Lauding the employees for their steadfast commitment towards Sustainability drive and environment management practices, Patra said, “This Award is testimony to the high standards NALCO follows in Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) strategies. This is a significant recognition of the hard work and dedication of NALCO Collective which has brought laurels to the organization.’’
NALCO’s Sustainable Development is an integral part of its business with specific focus on economic, social, environmental and energy related issues. This is driven by continual improvements in the systems, processes, procedures and work ethos to enhance satisfaction of various stakeholders. The company’s Mines division has been certified with 5 star rating for sustainable mining by the Mines Ministry, Government of India.
