GRI goes Green by installing a 1.2 MW solar power system
View(s):GRI, a leading producer of Speciality Tyres in Sri Lanka, has reinforced its commitment to sustainability and environmental protection by installing one of the largest roof top solar systems in the country.
GRI tyre factory.
With a capacity of 1,200kW (1.2MW), the solar panels are expected to generate 136,557kWh of electricity per month.
This green initiative spans across a roof area of approximately 90,000 square feet and is expected to generate a monthly revenue of approximately Rs. 3 million once it is connected to the national electricity grid under the net plus scheme, the company said in a media release.
This environmental awareness system will help reduce over 1,100 Metric Tons of Carbon Emissions per annum, which is equivalent to more than 20,000 trees that could absorb CO2 annually. GRI has successfully taken measures to support the country’s initiative to source 100 per cent renewable generated electricity by 2050.
In addition to the solar power system, GRI employs many other green initiatives such as a bio-mass boiler for steam generation, rainwater harvesting, tree planting, natural lighting on factory sidewalls, etc. to constantly strive toward saving energy and protecting the environment for the next generation.
With offices in six countries and sales in over 50 countries around the world, GRI produces high-performance Agriculture, Construction and Material Handling Tyres. GRI has risen in the ranks of world class tyre production companies with strong business partnerships, broad global outreach, continued manufacturing excellence and an extremely compelling product portfolio. A track record of quality and innovation has made GRI’s brands their customer’s top choice.
“GRI has built a reputation in pioneering initiatives, sound innovation and high-performance speciality tyres that perform brilliantly in the most severe operating environments. GRI’s Agriculture and Construction tyre factory is self-sufficient and is certified by ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015,” the release said.
This plant is a testament to the spirit and values embodied by all at GRI. GRI’s values of purposeful action, relentless drive, far-sighted approach coupled with a discovery mindset are evident in every aspect of this plant, noted Prabhash Subasinghe, Managing Director GRI,
Given the 31-year experience in the renewable energy industry, SunPower Renewables (Pvt) Ltd was chosen by GRI to install this state of the art solar power system. SunPower has been instrumental in introducing the Solar PV technology to Sri Lanka in 1987.