Walton's commitment to sustainability

In order to meet all the local and international rules and regulations of the industry, an effective E&S (Environment and Sustainability) system has been established at Walton Hi-Tech Park.  

For protecting the environment, Walton is affiliated with different programmes like usage of environment-friendly gases, waste minimisation and recycling, compost, application of energy efficient technology, reduction of GHG emission, installation of renewable energy sources, water recycling, etc.

From the very beginning, Walton has been integrating green practices into the manufacturing processes.  

Walton has recently sold 'Green Credit' and signed an agreement with SolarTech Engineering Solutions in this regard.

Ensuring that electronic products are made from sustainable or recycled materials involves several strategies and practices.

Balancing the economic aspects of production with the costs of green or sustainable practices is a challenge, but it can also offer significant financial and strategic benefits. Here's how Walton typically manage this balance:

Sustainable and recycled materials

Post-consumer recycled plastics: These are plastics that have been used by consumers, collected, and processed into new materials. They reduce the need for virgin plastic and help minimise waste.

Post-industrial recycled plastics: These are plastics reclaimed from manufacturing processes. These are often used in various non-visible parts of electronics.

Aluminium: Recycled aluminium is frequently used in electronic housing and components. It is highly recyclable and maintains quality through multiple cycles.

Copper: Recycled copper is used in wiring and circuitry. Copper recycling is efficient and reduces the need for new mining.

Sustainable structure: Walton always uses sustainable material (steel) in the infrastructure preparation.

Ensuring environmental and ethical standards

ISO 14001: This standard focuses on effective environmental management systems. Walton obtained ISO 14001 standard certificates that focus on effective environment and management system. 

Supplier audits and transparency: Walton conducts regular audits of suppliers to ensure they adhere to environmental and ethical practices. It implements supply chain transparency initiatives to trace the origin of materials and ensure compliance with standards.

Design for recycling: Design products to be easily disassembled for recycling, with minimal use of mixed materials that are difficult to separate.

Sustainable manufacturing practices: Implement energy-efficient manufacturing processes. Reduce waste and emissions during production.

Energy Management Systems (EMS)

Walton utilises advanced energy management systems to monitor and control energy consumption across facilities. These systems use real-time data to optimise energy use, identify inefficiencies, and track performance against targets.

Energy-efficient equipment and technology

• Upgrade machinery: Invest in energy-efficient machinery and equipment that consumes less energy while maintaining or improving production output.
• LED lighting: Replace traditional lighting with LED options, which are more energy-efficient and have a longer lifespan.
• High-efficiency HVAC systems: Use advanced heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems that reduce energy consumption.

Process automation: Use automation to enhance precision and efficiency, which can reduce energy consumption by optimising operation times and minimising human error.

On-Site renewable energy: Install renewable energy sources such as solar panels capacity of 5.5 mw to generate clean energy for the facility.

Heat recovery systems: Implement systems to capture and reuse waste heat from industrial processes. For example, excess heat from manufacturing can be used to preheat incoming materials or generate electricity.

Building and infrastructure improvements

Insulation and sealing: Improve insulation and seal any leaks in buildings to enhance thermal efficiency and reduce heating and cooling needs.

Energy-efficient building design: Incorporate energy-efficient design elements in new or renovated facilities, such as passive solar heating and energy-efficient windows.

Employee training and engagement

Training programs: Educate employees on energy conservation practices and how they can contribute to reducing energy consumption.

Incentive programs: Establish incentive programs to encourage employees to identify and implement energy-saving measures.

Regular maintenance and monitoring

Routine maintenance: Conduct regular maintenance on equipment to ensure it operates efficiently and to prevent energy losses due to malfunctions or wear and tear.

Energy audits: Perform periodic energy audits to assess energy usage patterns and identify areas for improvement.

Data analytics and continuous improvement

Energy data analysis: Use data analytics to analyse energy consumption patterns and identify inefficiencies or trends.

Continuous improvement: Apply continuous improvement methodologies, such as Six Sigma or Kaizen, to regularly review and enhance energy efficiency practices.

Furthermore, to save energy, Walton has introduced huge energy-efficient inverter technology in refrigerators, air-conditioners and washing machines. Besides, globally recognised R600a gas is used in fridge compressors.

To minimise the environmental impact of Walton products throughout their lifecycle, they are using fully environment-friendly R600a gas in Walton fridge compressors. Besides, R410, R32 and R290 gas are being used in compressors of Walton brand air-conditioners.