Rising energy costs, concern for the environment and quickly
depleted sources of fossil fuels are forcing McDonald’s India to
review conventional practices and develop sustainable and
greener ways of meeting the needs of its restaurants. It is
necessary to comply with the regulatory norms for prevention and
control of pollution. McDonald’s India believes it is imperative
to go beyond compliance by adopting clean technologies and
improvements in management practices. Over the years, McDonald’s
India has undertaken various initiatives that have been
beneficial for the environment, as well as for the industry at
large. Energy-saving technologies used at McDonald’s India
include: -Superheat recovery from HVAC -Variable Frequency Drive
(VFD) technology for exhaust -Multi-utility heat pump with
contacting device -LED lighting technology expansion Due to the
effective use of these various energy-saving technologies
throughout its restaurants, McDonald’s India has reduced its
environmental impact and operational cost