Gyproc India has introduced the production of low-carbon plasters at its Tiruvallur facility, marking a step towards sustainable construction practices. This initiative is anticipated to achieve a notable reduction in carbon footprint (GWP) of 40% – 50% compared to existing Gyproc plasters throughout their lifecycle. This marks the first instance in India where a gypsum plaster company has focused on manufacturing plasters with reduced carbon emissions, addressing the demand for sustainable construction materials. An environmental product declaration (EPD), verified by a third party, is slated for publication later this year.
The achievement of this environmental milestone can be attributed to strategic and innovative measures such as transitioning from fossil fuels to renewable alternatives like biomass sourced from agricultural waste, renewable electricity, and biodiesel. The Tiruvallur plant’s dedication to sustainability is evident in its remarkable increase in the share of renewable energy, rising from 11% in 2022 to an impressive 98% by mid-2023.
Speaking about the initiative, Sudeep Kolte, managing director, Saint-Gobain Gyproc, added “The launch of our low carbon plasters is a testament to Gyproc’s unwavering commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility. We believe that the construction industry plays a pivotal role in mitigating climate change, and as a leading changemaker in gypsum plasters, we are proud to pioneer solutions that significantly reduce carbon footprint. It is a concerted effort from Saint-Gobain to sustainably contribute to the Indian Construction Industry. The low carbon plaster will accelerate this vision and will actively contribute to Light and Sustainable Construction.”
Gyproc’s new range of low carbon plasters aligns with Saint-Gobain Group’s overarching ambition of achieving Net Zero carbon by 2050.
