In a landmark achievement for both India and the global diamond industry, Shree Ramkrishna Exports (SRK) has set a new benchmark in sustainability by becoming the world’s first company to craft natural diamonds with a negative carbon footprint. This significant milestone not only supports India’s climate goals but also highlights the country’s growing leadership in sustainable manufacturing, according to the press release.
SRK’s innovative diamond crafting process now removes more carbon from the atmosphere than it emits. The company reports a verified product carbon footprint of –0.239 kg CO₂e per carat of polished diamond and an overall organisational carbon footprint of –893 metric tons CO₂e. These figures have been independently verified by Deutsch Quality Systems (India) Pvt. Ltd. in accordance with globally recognised standards, including ISO 14064-1:2018, ISO 14067:2018, ISO 14068-1:2023, and the GHG Protocol.
SRK is actively advancing 14 of the 17 United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), positioning itself as one of the most sustainability-focused companies in India’s manufacturing sector. Its initiatives span across clean energy adoption, water conservation, waste recycling, and responsible consumption—demonstrating that economic growth and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand.
The company is also preparing to release the second edition of its “Pure Impact Report,” a comprehensive and visually engaging document that outlines its ongoing sustainability journey. The report details SRK’s efforts in solar-powered operations, net-zero energy and emission buildings, ethical sourcing, and forward-looking water and waste management systems.
Shreyans Dholakia, Entrepreneur and Brand Custodian at SRK, stated, “For us, true luxury goes beyond brilliance—it lies in impact. We are proud to prove that even in an industry like natural diamonds, sustainability is not just an aspiration, but a reality. This achievement isn’t just ours—it’s a milestone for India as well.”
