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Bangalore, 1 July 2024: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) is proud to share the achievement of its dealership, Rajesh Toyota (located in Jaipur, Rajasthan), who won the prestigious GreenCo Gold Rated Company Award conferred by the Confederation of Indian Industry (CII) Green Business Centre (GBC) at an awarding ceremony held recently in Chennai. Following a comprehensive assessment of the dealership’s environmental initiatives, CII recognized Rajesh Toyota with a gold rating. This significant accomplishment underscores Rajesh Toyota’s unwavering commitment to environmental sustainability, aligning with the broader vision as outlined in Toyota Environmental Challenge 2050 (TEC 2050).

The CII GreenCo Rating is a globally recognized framework that evaluates companies on their environmental performance through a comprehensive life cycle approach. Rajesh Toyota, the first automotive dealership in India to receive this CII accolade, has demonstrated exceptional leadership in implementing sustainable practices under various parameters, energy efficiency, waste management, and water conservation. Further this milestone achievement marks the ongoing celebration of TKM’s Environment Month (June 2024), themed “Unite for Responsible Resource Consumption towards becoming Global No.1”, wherein the company aims to ignite awareness and action towards environmental stewardship with a key focus on water management and natural ecosystem revival with afforestation.

Towards sustainability, amongst various environmental driven initiatives, TKM has also devised Environmental Assessment System (EAS) to provide explicit guidance, fortifying its Environment Management System (EMS) across its entire value chain including dealers, suppliers, and logistic partners, which serves as a guiding framework in implementing best eco practices. Driven by TKM’s EMS, Rajesh Toyota has exemplified environmental excellence through a structured approach that began with establishing a robust environmental management organization at the dealership. By standardizing the environmental KPIs monitoring systems and setting challenging targets, Rajesh Toyota has achieved significant milestones. These include training dealer staffs on EMS, implementing various CO2 reduction measures such as AC temperature and lighting standardization, equipment energy reduction, compressed air reduction, lowering water usage through daily monitoring and enhancing value through waste segregation & proper disposal. Their commitment to environmental sustainability extends beyond their service centres, actively engaging with the community through sapling distributions, conducting eco driven roadshows and educational events at local schools. This a testament of Toyota driving its values across its entire value chain and all stakeholders towards creating a society in ‘Harmony with Nature”.

Rajesh Toyota has reduced scope 1 & 2* specific emission by 31.27% from 2019 base. The dealership’s renewable energy usage stands at 90.5% as of FY23-24. Furthermore, through various lean management, inventory optimisation and digital promotions, the dealership has reduced their waste generation per vehicle by 20.3% from 2019 base. The installation of an ETP (Effluent Treatment Plant) with a capacity of 10 KLD (Kilo Liters Per Day) and a filtration speed ranging between 800-1000 Liters per hour has resulted in zero liquid discharge due to efficient filtration and treatment processes undertaken at the Rajesh Dealership. They have developed a green cover of 34.21 % within their premises. In addition, various eco-initiatives are being promoted beyond the fence like creating awareness among the students in nearby schools & villages (community outreach) and contributing to water conservation projects.

* Scope 1 emissions are direct greenhouse (GHG) emissions that occur from sources that are controlled or owned by an organization (e.g., emissions associated with fuel combustion in boilers, furnaces, mobile combustion, etc.). Scope 2 emissions are indirect GHG emissions associated with the purchase of electricity, steam, heat, or cooling.

Expressing his thoughts, Mr. B. Padmanabha, Executive Vice President and Director of Manufacturing, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said “At TKM, we embrace our corporate responsibility to drive positive change and set new benchmarks in environmental sustainability. We are committed to bringing all our stakeholders across value chain on this journey. We focus on building the organisation fundamentals at our business partners through hand holding them and sharing best practices from our manufacturing unit. We drive various internal assessments and rating system of our business partners – both at suppliers and dealers. This always encourage them to continuously improve and take up new challenges.

It is a proud moment, that our dealer partner Rajesh Toyota is the first automotive dealership in India to receive the CII ‘GreenCo Gold Rating’ award. It is a testament of Rajesh Toyota’s resolute dedication to environment conservation and the tangible impact of structured environmental management in achieving our vision 2050 Toyota Environmental Challenges. Toyota’s Environment Management System fundamentals are well established across all our dealerships covering green compliance, waste management, water conservation & energy efficiency. As we move forward, we will continue to support and encourage every stakeholder to adopt and implement sustainable business practices, driving collective progress toward a greener future.”

Mr. Sharvik Shah, Dealer Principal – Rajesh Toyota (Jaipur, Rajasthan), said “It is indeed a significant milestone for us at Rajesh Toyota to be the first automotive dealership in India to receive the CII GreenCo Gold Rating award that demonstrates our strong commitment to driving positive change towards environment protection and restoration. This prestigious award represents our team’s dedicated efforts to integrate eco-friendly practices into every aspect of our operations. From reducing CO2 emissions and optimizing water usage to engaging with our community through sapling distributions and educational events, we have strived to lead by example. This achievement motivates us to continue this eco path, pushing the envelope in environmental stewardship and inspiring our other associates and stakeholders to embrace sustainable practices. We are deeply grateful to Toyota Kirloskar Motor for their support and guidance, and we look forward to continuing our journey towards greater environmental responsibility, creating a desirable impact on our community and the planet.”

Furthermore, announced at the Toyota Environmental Forum on October 14, 2015, Toyota’s Vision 2050 aims to tackle pressing environmental challenges through six key goals:

• New Vehicle Zero CO2 Emissions
• Life Cycle Zero CO2 Emissions
• Plant Zero CO2 Emissions
• Minimizing and Optimizing Water Usage
• Establishing a Recycling-Based Society and System
• Establishing a Future Society in Harmony with Nature

Aligning with these ambitious targets, TKM has developed a 2050 Roadmap for achieving Carbon Neutrality which also includes Toyota dealer focused initiatives namely energy-efficient guidelines, ECO kaizen training to dealers, expansion of ‘ECO Model Dealer’, promotion of solarization at dealerships and more.

TKM is committed to sustainability, environmental responsibility, and innovation, striving for Carbon Neutrality by enhancing clean mobility with the adoption of multiple vehicle technology pathways, including alternate fuels. Stakeholder engagement is central to TKM’s environmental advocacy, integrating ecologically sound practices across its business ecosystem, involving all its stakeholders, encompassing initiatives such as eco-consciousness campaigns, plantation, and clean-up drives, the ‘No Plastic’ campaign, water usage reduction, and lowering carbon footprints.

Bengaluru, 14 March 2024: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) successfully concluded the ‘Great 4X4 Expedition’ in the highly significant North-east region, a remarkable event that seamlessly brought together the excitement of 4X4 driving and a strong connect with exclusive 4X4 community. The three-day event, held during 8-10th March 2024, engaged the enthusiastic 4X4 vehicle owners in an exhilarating experience amidst the picturesque landscapes of PRP Valley (Guwahati) and travel across some of the scenic locations in Meghalaya region. The flagship event began during May 2023, with a series of expeditions were conducted in South, West, North and East regions of India, through the year, gaining lot of popularity amongst the 4X4 fans. With this, Toyota’s primary focus has been to engage with the 4×4 fraternity and create awesome 4X4 experiences with the unique capabilities of varied SUVs from its product line-up.

Toyota, fuelled by its rich heritage of 4X4 product offerings, remains an influential source of inspiration. The brand consistently delivers a range of awesome products, earning the smiles of millions of customers across the country.

With the fleet of remarkable 4X4 SUVs including the iconic Hilux, the legendary LC300, the popular Fortuner and the Hyryder AWD (All Wheel Drive), the North-east expedition commenced at Vivanta Guwahati embarking on an impeccable journey through a delightful trail drive at PRP Valley, which is a tourism and adventure sports hub in the outskirts of Guwahati city, also known for modern art and serene beauty. This drive witnessed a line-up of Toyota’s 4X4 SUVs, renowned for their exceptional 4X4 capabilities and cutting-edge technology, exemplifying the unmatched performance and bringing more excitement to the overall drive experience with its unique product strengths and features. Notably, more than 80+ participants including family and friends came together with a plethora of both Toyota and other brand of SUVs during the ‘Great 4X4 Expedition by Toyota’.

Furthermore, at one of the landscapes in the celebrated destination of Meghalaya, the journey continued to offer an exceptional driving experience through the natural off-road tracks which included a range of challenging articulation, side-inclines to steep hill ascents & descends alongside rocky beds. The 4X4 experience was conducted under the expert supervision of 4X4 specialists, ensuring the participants enjoy the endeavour, while being safe & secure. These trail drives added an extra layer of awesomeness to the overall experiential drive, making it a day filled with fun, creating unforgettable memories. Needless to mention, the spirit of exhilaration amongst the 4X4 fans has brought much rejoice, leaving them wanting for more. In addition, the captivating expedition concluded with a delightful entertainment including cultural music and dance, performed by a popular artist, indulging in a joyous ambiance.

The culmination of the 4X4 drive also marked the environmental contributions with the handing over of the certificates to the participants for the trees that were planted on their behalf by an NGO (Sankalpataru), who will nurture such planted trees. The participants can observe the growth of their plant, by scanning the QR code provided to them.

On the conclusion of the Fifth ‘Great 4X4 Expedition by Toyota’, one of the 4X4 Participants excitedly, said, “Having traversed the breathtaking terrains of Guwahati & Meghalaya, the ‘Great 4X4 Expedition by Toyota’ has been nothing short of extraordinary. Toyota has once again surpassed expectations, offering an adventure that was both challenging and immensely fulfilling. The off-road tracks with natural obstacles, provided the perfect ground for us 4X4 enthusiasts to test our skills and our vehicles’ capabilities, which was conducted with utmost safety & proper supervision, providing an adrenaline-pumping adventure.

The camaraderie within the 4X4 community, the shared moments of overcoming off-roading challenges, and the collective appreciation for the great outdoors have enriched this experience beyond measure. Each activity, added layers of enjoyment to our adventure, creating memories that my family and I will always cherish. Toyota’s commitment to delivering remarkable experiences shines through in events like these, and it reinforces our trust and loyalty as a proud customer. Last but not the least, I am also happy to be a part of the virtual tree plantation – a Toyota driven eco initiative, with the support of an NGO Sankalpataru.”

On the successful completion of the North-east ‘Great 4X4 Expedition’, Mr. Sabari Manohar, Vice President – Sales-Service-Used Car Business of Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said “We are elated with the admiration that the ‘Great 4X4 Expedition by Toyota’ has received from the 4X4 community. This endeavour embodies Toyota’s aim to connect and bring together the vibrant community of adventure enthusiasts, spreading ‘Mass Happiness’ through outdoor escapades by not only engaging with Toyota customers but also other SUV brands. Further, every participant contributed to the nature conservation through planting of saplings virtually via Sankalp Taru, an NGO. The positive response from participants fuels our enthusiasm, and we eagerly anticipate continuing these endeavours in the future, delivering meaningful adventures with our exemplary 4X4 SUVs.

As we celebrate the culmination of the North-East regional ‘Great 4X4 Expedition by Toyota,’ TKM extends heartfelt appreciation to all participants, supporters, and partners who played a pivotal role in this extraordinary 4X4 journey. We are confident that the series of ‘Great 4X4 Expedition by Toyota’ has ignited the shared passion for adventure in our customers, leaving them with enriching memories. Through this initiative, Toyota has garnered a multitude of lifelong 4X4 friends!”

Raichur, 30 January 2024: Toyota Kirloskar Motor (TKM) today held the annual event of the ABCD (A Behavioural Change Demonstration) sanitation and hygiene awareness program in Raichur, that was launched earlier in August 2023, since then, the program has made significant and strong progress. This event, saw the enthusiastic participation of school children and teachers of 100 participating government schools demonstrating strong engagement and contribution towards the advancement of the  sanitation program in Raichur district.

The event was graced by Shri Shashikant Shivapure Deputy Secretary Zilla Panchayat, Shri. Venkob Rao In charge of Block Education Officer Raichur, along with Mr R Roshan, General Manager, EA State, CSR & BIA, TKM

The event witnessed various impactful activities aimed at promoting hygiene practices among school children like puppet shows, quiz and drawing competitions, experience sharing by students and teachers, fostering a platform to gain knowledge and motivate children to overcome taboos and adopt good sanitation, hygiene practices and spreading awareness amongst the society through child-to-community approach.

As the world’s most populous country, India is grappling with a pressing demand for enhanced sanitation facilities, prompting the initiation of government-led programs like “Swachh Bharat Abhiyan.” The inception of TKM’s ABCD Program dates to 2015, and its successful implementation across 1004 government schools in Ramanagara District, have had a positive impact on more than 58,000 students. Considering the transformational outcome of this program on society, this initiative was published in the Harvard Business Review and is a part of the collection of case studies at the prestigious Harvard Business School. Besides the program stands as a notable accomplishment in empowering students, encouraging behavioural shifts towards enhanced hygiene and sanitation, and nurturing ambassadors within their schools and communities, this program has been expanded to Raichur district from August ’2023.

Speaking on the occasion, Shri. Chandrashekhar Nayaka L, Deputy Commissioner, Raichur said, “Today’s event marks a significant milestone in our collective journey towards a cleaner and healthier Raichur. We are delighted to witness the continued success and progress of Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s ABCD sanitation program, which continues to be a proven catalyst for positive transformation and improved well-being for all. It is heartening to see enthusiastic participation of our young minds embracing their roles as ambassadors of change within their schools and communities. We appreciate TKM’s dedication to social responsibility and believe that such initiatives not only contribute to the immediate well-being of our community but also lay the foundation for a sustainable and healthier future. We look forward to continued collaboration for the betterment of Raichur and its residents.”

Speaking on the occasion, Mr. Vikram Gulati, Country Head and Executive Vice President, Corporate Affairs & Governance, Toyota Kirloskar Motor, said, “We are elated to have conducted the annual event of the ABCD program with a series of impactful activities for school children at Raichur. This event exemplifies Toyota Kirloskar Motor’s unwavering dedication to corporate social responsibility and community development. The profound impact of the ABCD sanitation program on the community, coupled with its effectiveness in empowering students and catalysing a mindset change, has truly been inspiring. We are deeply honoured by the widespread recognition and appreciation received from key stakeholders, including the community and the Government. Our collaboration with the education department, local authorities, and stakeholders remains resolute, aiming to create a lasting transformational impact in the Raichur district, fostering positive change and improved well-being for all. Through this initiative, our goal is to initiate a significant behavioural shift towards better sanitation practices, not only within schools but also in homes and communities.”

In Raichur, the ABCD Program is planned to cover over 1600 schools in phased manner over benefitting over 2,50,000 students. In the first phase is currently underway covering 100 Government schools and approximately 26,700+ students, while the remaining schools will be covered in the subsequent phases.

TKM is committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of people through its community development initiatives. The ABCD sanitation program is a testament to the company’s commitment to creating a healthier and more sustainable future for the community and the country.

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