Global standards, certification and assessment provider BSI has issued Asia-Pacific’s first certificate to BS EN 16001, the European energy management standard published in July. It was awarded to electronics company LG, India’s market leader in consumer durables and mobile communications — its manufacturing facilities across India manufacture televisions, washing machines, air conditioners, microwave ovens, PC monitors, refrigerators and mobile phones.
LG’s implementation of BS EN 16001 plays an important part in its drive to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and tackle existing environmental damage, says BSI. The standard and subsequent training provided by BSI enabled LG to develop and implement an energy policy, identify significant areas of energy consumption and target energy reductions with energy efficiency initiatives not only in manufacturing but also in their offices, and research facilities. LG says its corporate target is for a 5.2 per cent reduction in GHG emissions by 2020.
"I am delighted to announce that BSI has certified LG to BS EN 16001 to the European energy management systems standard," said Venkataram Arabolu, Managing Director, BSI India. "This is a key standard for any organisation wishing to tackle greenhouse gas emissions and reduce costs. LG’s latest achievement builds on its solid environmental record to systematically manage its energy and meet established targets."
