PepsiCo’s Upcoming Facility In Ujjain To Run Entirely On Clean Energy

PepsiCo's Upcoming Facility In Ujjain To Run Entirely On Clean Energy

Beverage manufacturer PepsiCo India will establish a manufacturing facility in Ujjain, Madhya Pradesh which will entirely run on renewable energy sources. The company further claims that this will lead to a reduction in carbon footprint by an impressive 1.9 metric tons per day.

Spread over 22 acres, this plant will help PepsiCo’s beverage production in India, generating employment and positively impacting the local economy, according to a media statement by PepsiCo India. The construction of the upcoming plant is slated to start in 2024 and is expected to be operational in the first quarter of 2026.

On Ujjain facility, Jagrut Kotecha, Chief Executive Officer, PepsiCo India & South Asia, said, “With support from the government of Madhya Pradesh, we aim to strengthen our footprint while driving impactful progress in enhancing the socio-economic landscape of the region. Bolstering the ‘Make in India’ vision, the new flavour manufacturing facility will champion sustainability, aligning with our ‘Winning with pep+’ philosophy, and creating a positive value chain while delivering on our promise of continuous innovation in our products. Through meaningful engagement, our goal is to work towards comprehensive development, contributing to the holistic advancement and welfare of the communities we serve.”

George Kovoor, Senior Vice President, Beverages, PepsiCo India, said, “We are excited to announce the setting-up of our second flavour manufacturing facility in India, a significant testament to PepsiCo’s unwavering commitment to the region. We aim to ramp up the production of our beverages to meet the rising demand in the country. This strategic investment not only strengthens our dedication to providing the highest quality beverages to our consumers but also reinforces our responsibility to drive sustainable practices across our operations.”

According to Pepsico India, with Zero Liquid Discharge technology, the plant aims to achieve approximately 90% overall water efficiency, ensuring responsible management of water resources, and replenishing 100% of the water used at the facility.