Prioritising biodiversity conservation in and around our operational areas has been a longstanding focus at Asian Paints. We lead this approach by conducting thorough baseline studies and crafting comprehensive action plans, followed by phased implementation of interventions aligned with these plans.
By the nature of our operations, our impact on biodiversity is limited. During the year, we assessed our manufacturing locations using the Integrated Biodiversity Assessment Tool (IBAT) for mapping biodiversity-protected areas from the World Database on Protected Areas (WDPA) which meets the IUCN definition of protected areas.

Based on the assessment, we identified that none of our manufacturing units are situated within or close to these protected areas. Moreover, we conducted comprehensive ecosystem service dependency and impact risk assessments across all eight of our manufacturing plants, employing a location-specific approach. By estimating ecosystems within a 10 km radius of our operations, including those adjacent to our facilities, we gained insights into our dependencies on ecosystem services and potential impacts on surrounding ecosystems using the Ecosystem Service Matrix (ESM) based on CII India Business and Biodiversity Initiative’s ESM methodology. This matrix serves as a strategic tool for identifying areas of low to high impact or dependency on ecosystem services, allowing us to prioritise conservation efforts effectively. While our assessments generally indicate low to medium impacts on ecosystems, we remain committed to addressing any gaps, particularly in areas of mediumhigh impact/dependency.

Moreover, we adhere to legal requirements for green belt development and implement additional measures to enhance local biodiversity. This includes cultivating native plant species within our facilities, refraining from clearing existing forests, and safeguarding wildlife habitats.