WIKA wins IE Award for carbon footprint reduction

06 Jul 2023 CW Team

WIKA Instruments India, a wholly-owned subsidiary of WIKA Alexander Wiegand SE, Germany, a global market leader in pressure and temperature measurement technology, has been honoured with the prestigious Carbon Footprint Reduction Award on June 30, 2023, at the second edition of IE Renewable Business Meet. This accolade marks the recognition of the organisation's unwavering commitment to sustainability and its pursuit of a net-zero future.

“Today, we find ourselves filled with pride as the unwavering dedication we possess towards sustainability and our pursuit of a future with zero net emissions is acknowledged by Industrial Outlook™ Magazine,” said Prashant Sinha, Head of Marketing EMEA/India from WIKA India, who received this esteemed award on behalf of the organization at the meet.

“This accolade serves as undeniable evidence of our steadfast commitment towards diminishing our carbon footprint and safeguarding our planet for the well-being of forthcoming generations. We hold firm in our belief that each and every action is significant, and it is only through our collaborative endeavors that we can genuinely bring transformative change,” added Sinha.

Sustainability has been among the core values at WIKA since its establishment 75 years ago. The company has established clear and measurable sustainability goals and aligns all its operations and activities with them. The company carefully evaluates the carbon footprint throughout its supply chain.

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