₹75 Lakh Saved Annually: Energy Efficiency Success for a Pharmaceutical Giant
CLIENT
Smilax Laboratories
SECTOR
pharmaceutical
TECHNOLOGY
ESCO Project
Savings in Financial
terms
75 lakhs per annum
Saving in Carbon
Emissions
900 Tons per annum
Equalvalent Trees
Plants planted
41400
Smilax Laboratories, situated in the industrial area of Jeedimetla in Hyderabad, is a pharmaceutical company renowned for its high-quality healthcare products. The company is dedicated to sustainable practices and cost-effective manufacturing. With an annual energy savings of Rs 75 lakhs, Smilax identified a chance to lower operational costs and lessen its environmental impact by improving energy efficiency. To achieve this, Smilax collaborated with Zenith Energy to implement strategic energy conservation measures, which align with its objective of enhancing operational efficiency and reducing its carbon footprint.
Updated Smilax’s outdated chiller with a high-efficiency water-cooled chiller.
Converted the conventional lighting system to energy-efficient LED lighting with smart control features.
The total investment for the project was INR 90 lakhs.
The installation process was completed within a four-month period.
High energy consumption: Smilax’s operations consumed a significant amount of energy, leading to elevated energy expenses.
Outdated Equipment: The facility used an inefficient chiller and traditional lighting, both of which increased energy consumption and led to frequent maintenance issues.
Environmental Impact: As part of its sustainability objectives, Smilax Laboratories sought to minimize its carbon footprint, necessitating a solution that would decrease both energy use and emissions.
Zenith Energy introduced a focused array of energy efficiency solutions designed specifically for Smilax’s operational requirements:
Energy-Efficient Chiller Installation: The old chiller was replaced with a modern, energy-efficient water-cooled chiller, delivering the required cooling capacity while significantly lowering energy consumption.
LED Lighting and Controls Upgrade: LED lighting was installed throughout the facility, along with lighting controls to enhance power usage based on occupancy and the availability of natural light. This upgrade not only decreased lighting energy consumption but also improved lighting quality and reduced maintenance needs.
Result and impact:
- Energy Savings: The facility achieved annual energy savings of 10 lakh units, significantly lowering overall energy consumption.
- Financial Savings: Realized a cost reduction of INR 75 lakhs per year, creating immediate financial benefits.
- Environmental Impact:
Carbon Emission Reduction: Reduced emissions by 900 metric tons annually.
Equivalent Trees Planted: The project’s environmental impact equates to planting approximately 41,400 trees, reflecting Smilax Laboratories’ contribution to environmental stewardship.
