Engaged in several initiatives such as CIP conservation, RO water recovery, Cooling tower and bottle washer optimization, to maximize the water savings
Achieved greater energy optimization through implementing automation of cooling towers and packaging lines, replacing street lights and CFL lights with solar and LEDs respectively, and installing photo sensors for lights
Exploring collection and recycling of plastic waste initiative with third party vendors
0.66 kWH/case
Electricity in CY 2023
2.38 Liters
(4% reduced from 2022) Water consumed for per liter of beverage production in 2023
1.8 Mn kWH
units saved through energy-saving initiatives in CY 2023
1,000
indigenous and 500 fruit trees in 5 target schools
Social
Partnered with World Vision to deploy various CSR initiatives
Partnered with Project Concern Zambia (PCZ) for reforestation, safe access to drinking water, strong girls under Strong Zambia Project
Various activities undertaken for employee training and recognition
22%
Diversity in CY 2023
Governance Awards and Achievements
Compliance
Varun Beverage Zambia ensures compliance with local rules, policies, and laws through dedicated legal teams, regular audits, and training programs for employees.
Upholding ethical business practices is central to our operations, contributing to our reputation as a responsible corporate entity and mitigating legal risks for sustainable growth.
Training
Various compliance training programs - US FCPA, POSH, Insider Trading, Anti-bribery, Non & Political Affiliation & others
Awards
Recognition for Quality & Food Safety by PepsiCo
Zero Non-compliance on Food Safety certification audit by Bureau Veritas – FSSC
Local reward and recognition in different functions