DGKCC is fully aware of its responsibility for permanent reduction of environmental impact of its production activities. DG Khan Cement Co. Ltd. is an ISO 9001-2008 and ISO14001:2004 certified company for its manufacturing, storing, marketing and distribution of cement. The state-of-the-art technology at both of its plants guarantees that emissions from both the plants are well below the limits specified in National Environmental Quality Standards (NEQS).
The company has devoted considerable amount of investment funds on environmental-friendly projects and has adopted a comprehensive approach toward environmental protection which is based on the principals of sustainable development. The environmental friendly projects completed at our plants include:
1: Waste Heat Recovery Plant a Clean Development Mechanism (CDM) Project : Through this project company has been able to replace 10.4 MW of carbon intensive grid electricity with zero carbon electricity by utilizing exhaust gases emitted to the atmosphere through the stacks of clinker cooler and kiln pre-heater of kilns. The emissions are significantly reduced and herewith it relieves the atmosphere radically.
2. Alternative Fuels Projects: At both of its cement plants, D G Khan Cement Company has embraced environmentally acceptable technology for replacing coal fuel with alternative fuels. The technology is acquired from world renowned Vecoplan of Germany at its cement kilns. The projects involve huge capital investment. The Alternative Fuels considered for burning at kilns are agricultural wastes, RDF, rubber tires, and other industrial wastes. The projects will contribute towards the solution of energy problems that are being faced presently by the country. The project activity shall partially displace coal with renewable or less carbon intensive fuels and reduce GHG emissions.
3. Social Responsibility Initiative: The company has a powerful socio-economic impact in region regions where it operates. It supplies rural water supply to the people living in the adjoining community areas The company provides medical treatment under emergency to the populace living in the vicinity of factory Has launched program to help improve literacy level of adjoining communities Has supported local govt. funds and other necessary assistance for beautification of D G Khan City by developing main Chok Churatta which is used as main gate pass for entry and exit of city.
Last but not the least, company pay attention to further improvement of the exterior and cleanliness of plants, thus creating a better working environment for both our employees and our business partners and visitors coming to our plants. In adherence to the company policy wherein environmental protection is given due consideration, the company has been awarded the Annual Environmental Excellence Award 2011 by National Forum for Environment and Health Pakistan.