Driving Sustainability: Kia launches Solar Powered Green workshop, targets 150 more by 2026
Perfect demonstration of Green mobility – solar power enabling AC charging unit for Kia EV6 & meeting over 80% workshop electricity needs
Recycles almost 100% of the water utilized during the service process
Utilizes innovative new Steam wash technology to save 95% of water in comparison to traditional methods
Chennai: Kia India, a leading mass premium carmaker, is bringing alive its vision of becoming a sustainable mobility solutions provider in India by inaugurating Kia’s first Green Workshop at Rohtak, Haryana. The solar panel powered facility optimizes water and energy usage extensively which helps in meeting more than 80% of the energy requirements while powering an EV AC charging unit.
Kia is also replicating its plant’s water recycling model in this workshop by recycling 100% of the water used during the servicing process. In addition, it will also host a rainwater harvesting process to replenish the groundwater level. The workshop has also enhanced the car washing process with the introduction of Steam Wash technology, which saves 95% of water usage compared to the conventional car wash.
Committing itself to a sustainable future, Kia India also announced its plan to open 150 more Green Workshop by 2026. As per the company’s initial plan, these facilities will cover even the tier 3 and 4 markets alongside metro cities and Tier 1 and 2, demonstrating Kia India’s commitment to creating a better future for its people and communities.
Inaugurating the workshop, Mr. Myung-sik Sohn, Chief Sales and Business Strategy Officer – Kia India, said, “The opening of our first Green Workshop in Rohtak is a big move towards making Kia India a leading voice in sustainable mobility. Hence, we are committing to 150 Green Workshops by 2026. With these innovations, we’re not just reducing our carbon footprint but also leading the industry and showcasing to our customers how eco-friendliness can merge seamlessly with top-notch driving experiences. We envision a future where being green and enjoying a premium drive go hand in hand.”
Kia India has been actively introducing environmentally friendly initiatives since its operations in India began. KIN’s Anantapur manufacturing plant is equipped to recycle 100% of the water used during the manufacturing process. In 2020, Kia launched the paperless aftersales service, equipping the aftersales workforce with digital devices to process any query. Early this year, KIN also inaugurated two community initiatives – Develop Responsible Outlook for Plastic (DROP) and Uphaar. DROP aims to address the alarming concern of plastic waste and restrict its spread across landfills and water bodies, while Uphaar, on the other hand, is a tree plantation program initiated to extend support to the marginalized agrarian community and combat climate change.
About – Kia India
In April 2017, Kia India signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the State Government of Andhra Pradesh, India, to build a new manufacturing facility at Anantapur District. Kia commenced mass production in August 2019 and has an annual production capacity of approximately 300,000 units. In April 2021, Kia India reimagined itself in line with its new brand identity, “Movement that Inspires” aimed at offering customers meaningful experiences backed by innovative products and services. Under the new brand identity, Kia has set out to find ways to achieve new benchmarks and inspire consumers to be more and do more. Till date, Kia India has launched five vehicles for the Indian market – the Seltos, the Carnival, the Sonet, the Carens, and the EV6. Kia India has completed over 10 lakh dispatches from its Anantapur plant, including over 7.5 lakh domestic sales and close to 2.5 lakh exports. With over 3 lakh connected cars on Indian roads, it is among the connected Car leaders in the country. The brand has a widespread network of 432 touchpoints across 213 cities and is focused on strengthening its footprints across the country.
About – Kia Corporation
Kia (www.kia.com) is a global mobility brand with a vision to create sustainable mobility solutions for consumers, communities, and societies around the world. Founded in 1944, Kia has been providing mobility solutions for more than 75 years. With 52,000 employees worldwide, a presence in more than 190 markets, and manufacturing facilities in six countries, the company today sells around three million vehicles a year. Kia is spearheading the popularization of electrified and battery electric vehicles and developing a growing range of mobility services, encouraging millions of people around the world to explore the best ways of getting around. The company’s brand slogan – ‘Movement that inspires’ – reflects Kia’s commitment to inspire consumers through its products and services.
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