Bestway Cement Limited once again recognized for its commitment to environmentally friendly practices, received the prestigious 20th Annual Environment Excellence Awards 2023 from the National Forum for Environment and Health (NFEH). Bestway Cement's four plants located in Hattar, Farooqia, Chakwal, and Kallar Kahar were all honored for their vision and consistent implementation of eco-friendly policies.
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 89.6 MWs. This distributed captive power generation capacity is the largest in the region, setting a significant milestone not only in Pakistan but across the entire area. Bestway plans to further enhance its solar power generation capacity by adding an additional 24.4 MWs to its plants in the near future. By embracing solar energy, the company has notably reduced its reliance on the national grid and significantly decreased its carbon footprint, equivalent to planting approximately 8.7 million trees and mitigating more than 5.5 million tonnes of CO2 emissions over the project's lifespan.
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.
Greenery flourishes throughout Bestway's plants, supported by an annual extensive planting program and numerous fruit-bearing trees, such as olive and citrus varieties, enriching their orchards.
