Mumbai: Havas India has been awarded the prestigious ISO 14001:2015 certification, reaffirming its commitment to environmental sustainability and responsible business practices. The certification, issued by the British Standards Institution (BSI), positions Havas India as an industry leader in driving meaningful environmental change within advertising and marketing.
This milestone reflects Havas India’s structured approach to minimizing environmental impact, enhancing resource efficiency, and integrating Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) principles into its core operations. The certification applies to six of its key agencies:
- Havas Creative India (formerly Havas Worldwide India)
- Havas Media India
- Havas Life Mumbai
- PivotRoots – a Havas Company
- Think Design – a Havas Company
- Shobiz – Part of the Havas Creative Network
Commitment to Sustainability
The year-long certification process involved detailed audits of governance structures, policies, and sustainability initiatives across multiple locations. The evaluation focused on carbon footprint reduction strategies, sustainable resource management, and compliance with global ESG standards.
Key steps in the process included:
*Comprehensive audit of environmental policies and governance frameworks
*On-site assessments to ensure sustainability best practices
*Leadership-driven sustainability action plans across multiple business functions
This certification is not just a recognition of Havas India’s environmental commitment; it also provides a strategic advantage by ensuring:
*Stronger environmental governance, reinforcing compliance with global sustainability regulations
*Systematic tracking of ESG goals, improving transparency and accountability
*Competitive differentiation, positioning Havas India as a leader in sustainable marketing solutions
Commenting on this achievement, Rana Barua, Group CEO, Havas India, SEA & North Asia, said, “At Havas India, we believe that the future of business lies in responsible and sustainable growth. Achieving the ISO 14001:2015 certification is not just about compliance – it’s a reflection of our deep commitment to creating a meaningful impact for our clients, partners, and the communities we operate in. This milestone sets a new benchmark in the industry, reinforcing our position as the most future-ready and responsible advertising network in India.”
Vandana Tilwani, Chief HR Officer, Havas India, and Chief Inclusion Officer, Havas APAC, added, “This certification is a testament to the rigorous environmental standards we have embedded into our operations. Sustainability is not just a check-box exercise for us; it is a fundamental part of our ethos. The journey doesn’t end here – our next step is to develop an action plan for each agency, ensuring that we not only maintain this certification year-on-year but also continue to push the boundaries of sustainable business practices.”
Theuns Kotze, Managing Director, India, BSI, said, “Reducing the environmental impact of an organization’s operations not only contributes to a healthier planet, but also inspires stakeholder trust. On behalf of BSI, I’d like to congratulate Havas India on its certification to ISO 14001 (Environmental Management System), which demonstrates the organization’s commitment to continual improvement and environmental impact, helping to accelerate progress towards a more sustainable world.”
