ESG Commitment & Sustainability Policy

1. Our ESG Commitment

1.1 Vision Statement

Dokovo Global Private Limited, through EcoNidhi™, is committed to building a circular economy where industrial waste becomes a resource. We believe that environmental sustainability, social responsibility, and strong governance are not just moral imperatives but essential business fundamentals.

1.2 ESG Integration

ESG principles are integrated into:

• Platform design and development decisions
• Vendor and partner selection criteria
• Customer onboarding and ongoing engagement
• Internal operations and employee policies
• Investment and growth strategies

1.3 Materiality Assessment

We have identified the following material ESG topics for our business:

• Environmental: Circular economy enablement, carbon emissions, resource efficiency
• Social: Fair marketplace practices, MSME empowerment, data privacy
• Governance: Ethical business conduct, transparency, regulatory compliance

2. Environmental Stewardship

2.1 Circular Economy Enablement

EcoNidhi's core purpose is environmental impact:

• Enabling traceability and transparency in material recovery chains
• Connecting waste generators with recyclers to prevent landfill disposal
• Providing data infrastructure for Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) compliance
• Quantifying and monetizing environmental benefits through carbon credits

2.2 Platform Impact Metrics

We track and report:

• Total materials recovered and diverted from landfill (tonnes)
• Carbon emissions avoided through platform transactions (tCO₂e)
• Virgin material displacement through recycled inputs
• Verified carbon credits issued and retired

2.3 Our Own Carbon Footprint

We commit to:

• Annual carbon footprint assessment of our operations
• 100% renewable energy for office operations by 2027
• Carbon-neutral cloud infrastructure selection
• Offset residual emissions through verified carbon credits

2.4 Waste Management

• Zero single-use plastic in our offices
• E-waste responsibly recycled through authorized recyclers
• Paper usage minimization through digital-first operations

3. Social Responsibility

3.1 Fair Marketplace Practices

EcoMarket™ is designed for equitable commerce:

• Transparent pricing with no hidden fees
• Equal access for all verified participants regardless of size
• Escrow protection ensuring fair payment to sellers
• Dispute resolution with impartial mediation
• No preferential treatment or pay-for-visibility schemes

3.2 MSME Empowerment

We support India's informal sector and MSMEs:

• Simplified onboarding for small scrap dealers
• Training programs for digital adoption
• Flexible subscription plans for budget-conscious businesses
• Access to organized markets previously unavailable
• Financial inclusion through verified transaction history

3.3 Community Impact

• Support for waste-picker integration into formal recycling chains
• Partnerships with NGOs working on waste management
• Educational initiatives on recycling and circular economy
• Local employment in operations and customer support

3.4 Employee Welfare

• Competitive compensation benchmarked to industry standards
• Comprehensive health insurance for employees and families
• Flexible working arrangements
• Equal opportunity employer with zero tolerance for discrimination
• Regular training and professional development

3.5 Data Privacy and Protection

User data protection is fundamental to our social responsibility:

• Compliance with Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023
• Transparent data collection and usage policies
• User control over personal data
• No sale of personal data to third parties

4. Governance Standards

4.1 Ethical Business Conduct

• Zero tolerance for bribery and corruption
• Clear conflict of interest policies
• Fair dealing with all stakeholders
• No anti-competitive practices

4.2 Anti-Corruption Commitment

We comply with the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, and:

• Prohibit facilitation payments
• Maintain transparent vendor selection
• Conduct due diligence on business partners
• Train employees on anti-corruption compliance

4.3 Transparency and Disclosure

• Clear fee structures published on platform
• Regular stakeholder communication
• Annual sustainability reporting
• Platform impact metrics shared publicly

4.4 Whistleblower Protection

We maintain confidential reporting channels:

• Anonymous reporting mechanism available
• Protection against retaliation for good-faith reports
• Independent investigation of concerns
• Escalation path to Board if required
• Contact: ethics@econidhi.com

4.5 Regulatory Compliance

• Full compliance with applicable laws and regulations
• Proactive engagement with regulators
• Support for evolving environmental policy frameworks
• Timely response to regulatory inquiries

5. BRSR Alignment

5.1 SEBI BRSR Framework

We align our ESG reporting with SEBI's Business Responsibility and Sustainability Report (BRSR) framework:

• General Disclosures: Company overview, products, operations
• Management and Process: Policies, governance, stakeholder engagement
• Principle-wise Performance: Reporting against 9 BRSR principles

5.2 BRSR Core Principles Adherence

• P1: Ethics, transparency, accountability
• P2: Sustainable products and services
• P3: Employee well-being
• P4: Stakeholder responsiveness
• P5: Human rights
• P6: Environmental protection
• P7: Responsible policy advocacy
• P8: Inclusive growth
• P9: Customer value and responsibility

5.3 Value Chain Responsibility

We extend ESG considerations through our value chain:

• Vendor ESG assessment during onboarding
• Preference for environmentally responsible service providers
• Encouraging best practices among platform users
• Tracking Scope 3 emissions from platform activities

6. Verification and Assurance

6.1 Third-Party Assessments

• Annual ESG performance assessment by independent consultants
• Verification of platform impact metrics
• Consideration for B Corp certification
• ISO 14001 certification pathway for operations

6.2 TPDD Verification Credits

Third-Party Desktop Due Diligence (TPDD) verification ensures:

• Independent validation of carbon credit data
• Credibility for ESG reporting purposes
• Audit trail for regulatory compliance
• Protection against greenwashing accusations

6.3 Continuous Improvement

• Annual review of ESG policies and targets
• Stakeholder feedback integration
• Benchmarking against industry best practices
• Alignment with evolving regulatory requirements

7. Targets and Commitments

7.1 Environmental Targets

• Enable 1 million tonnes of material recovery by 2028
• Facilitate 500,000 tCO₂e of verified carbon credits by 2030
• Carbon neutral operations by 2027
• 100% renewable energy in offices by 2027

7.2 Social Targets

• Onboard 10,000 MSMEs by 2028
• 50% women in workforce by 2030
• 100 training sessions for informal sector digitization by 2027

7.3 Governance Targets

• Zero regulatory non-compliance incidents
• Annual BRSR-aligned sustainability report from 2026
• 100% employee ethics training completion annually

8. Stakeholder Engagement

We engage with stakeholders on ESG matters:

• Customers: Regular surveys, feedback mechanisms
• Employees: Town halls, engagement surveys
• Regulators: Proactive policy engagement, compliance reporting
• Industry: Participation in circular economy forums
• Community: CSR initiatives, NGO partnerships

9. Contact

• ESG Queries: esg@econidhi.com
• Ethics Hotline: ethics@econidhi.com
• General Inquiries: hello@econidhi.com