bigbasket’s Green Report 2022: Electric Delivery Fleet Saves Equivalent of 3.18 Lakh Trees in CO2 Emissions

• ByStartupStory     |    June 5, 2023

On the occasion of World Environment Day 2023, bigbasket, a TATA Enterprise, has unveiled The Green Report 2022, showcasing its unwavering dedication to sustainability and environmental responsibility. The report presents key insights and data, highlighting bigbasket’s sustainable practices and initiatives for a greener future.

Quote from Hari Menon, CEO & Co-founder of bigbasket: “The right way to do business is by giving equal care to the environment as to customers and employees. Only then have you truly been responsible and fulfilled your duty to society. bigbasket’s holistic approach, where environmental stewardship is seamlessly integrated into our business strategies, drives our mission for a sustainable and thriving world.”

One notable achievement highlighted in the report is bigbasket’s utilization of electric delivery vehicles. As pioneers in the electric vehicle revolution, the company’s fleet of 5458 electric vehicles successfully reduced 7012 tonnes of CO2 emissions in 2022, equivalent to the impact of 3.18 lakh trees, demonstrating their commitment to combating climate change.

Moreover, bigbasket’s solar power generation initiatives have yielded remarkable results. With 4,512k Wp panels installed atop 27 warehouses in 11 cities, the company generated 54,57,000 kWh of solar power in 2022, reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 1,670 tonnes, equivalent to the positive impact of 76,000 trees.

In addition to these efforts, bigbasket actively supports organic farmers, supplying organic produce from 1,782 farmers in 2022. Through field geotagging, agricultural intelligence, and knowledge-sharing sessions, the company is driving the adoption of sustainable farming practices and working towards its vision of going 100% organic in the coming years.

The Green Report 2022 highlights bigbasket’s commitment to reducing its carbon footprint and promoting sustainable practices across its operations. From wet and dry waste management to electric vehicles, solar power generation, supporting organic farmers, energy-efficient cooling, and rainwater harvesting, bigbasket continues to lead the way in fostering a greener, more sustainable future.

About bigbasket

A TATA Enterprise: bigbasket, a TATA Enterprise, is a pioneering player in the online grocery market, revolutionizing supply chains across cities to fulfill customer orders faster. With operations in over 400 cities in India and approximately 15 million customer orders per month, bigbasket’s differentiation lies in its integration of fresh fruits, vegetables, and meats within its supply chain, along with its strong private label brands. In 2020, bigbasket achieved the milestone of US$1 billion in annual revenues.

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