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Odisha's Net-Zero Campus: A Green Leap for Apparel
2 May
Summary
- Odisha inaugurates India's first fully net-zero carbon and water garment unit.
- The $100 million facility is expected to create 10,000 jobs, with 80% women.
- Epic Group's campus showcases sustainable manufacturing and women-led development.
In Khordha, Odisha, the Trimetro Manufacturing Campus, a significant $100 million investment by Epic Group, has been inaugurated. This facility marks a milestone as India's first fully net-zero carbon and net-zero water garment production unit.
The campus, spread across 40 acres, integrates renewable energy sources like solar and biomass, alongside energy-efficient systems and battery storage to achieve carbon neutrality. Water conservation and recycling systems ensure a net-positive water balance.
This initiative is poised to generate around 10,000 direct employment opportunities, with a notable emphasis on inclusivity, as nearly 80% of the workforce comprises women. The facility is designed to produce 20 million garments annually for global brands.
Epic Group's founder highlighted Odisha's skilled workforce and investor-friendly policies as key factors for this strategic investment. The Trimetro campus represents a forward-thinking approach to sustainable and climate-resilient manufacturing.
