Case Study

Arya Vaidya Chikitsalayam & Research Institute

Healthcare | Ayurveda Hospital & Research

Location Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu

Industry Healthcare

Team Size 300+ Staff & Interns

Evaluated 2025

SIM

Rated Healthcare

Environmental

Social

Governance

First ESG Baseline Established

About AVCRI

Legacy of Healing

Founded by - Padmasri P. R. Krishnakumar

Arya Vaidya Chikitsalayam and Research Institute (AVCRI) was founded and led by the visionary Padmasri P. R. Krishnakumar, fondly called Krishnakumarji. Driven by a profound desire to help suffering humanity through the ancient wisdom of Ayurveda, his vision has fostered the evolution of AVCRI as a space where healing transforms into hope, and care becomes a shared journey between patient, caregivers, and community.

Leading Ayurveda hospital & research institution
Over 300 staff and interns
Traditional care meets modern sustainability

The Good Practices

Nurturing Health & Community Well-being

At the heart of AVCRI's impact is its people. With over 300 staff and interns, AVCRI nurtures a diverse, inclusive, and deeply connected workforce. The institute wanted to make its traditional care model more resource-efficient, patient-centric, and future-ready while turning long-standing good practices into measurable ESG performance.

The Challenge

Quantifying Legacy Practices

While AVCRI had numerous good sustainability practices embedded in their traditional approach to healthcare, they lacked a structured framework to measure, document, and communicate their environmental and social impact. They needed to:

Quantify existing environmental and social practices
Create a measurable sustainability report
Prepare for future ESG audits
Transform good practices into documented ESG strengths

Key Challenge Areas

Energy Management Clinical blocks, wards, OT, and laundry facilities

Water Usage Patient facilities and treatment areas

Waste Management Biomedical waste segregation and disposal

Documentation Compliance records and waste documentation

Our Solution

Healthcare-Specific SIM Assessment

Assessment Approach

Ran healthcare-specific SIM assessment covering 100+ data points
Evaluated energy, water, waste, hygiene, staff welfare and governance
Collected supporting evidence - utility bills, biomedical waste records, policies
Reviewed infection-control protocols and training logs

What We Delivered

Comprehensive SIM ESG report with E, S, G pillar scores
Clear breakdown by section with detailed analysis
3-year improvement roadmap with prioritized actions
"Quick wins" identified - minimal capex behavioral changes

3-Year Improvement Roadmap

Focus Areas for Sustainable Growth

Energy Efficiency

Optimizing energy use in clinical blocks, wards, and facilities

Responsible Water Use

Sustainable water management across patient facilities

Biomedical Waste

Enhanced segregation and compliant disposal systems

Staff Training

Structured sustainability and compliance training programs

Key Outcomes

Measurable Impact Achieved

Through our comprehensive SIM assessment, AVCRI now has a clear understanding of their ESG performance and a structured path forward for continuous improvement.

First quantified ESG baseline for the institute
Aligned with Indian healthcare realities
Existing practices converted to tangible ESG strengths
Foundation for future certifications and accreditations

ESG Strengths Documented

Traditional Ayurvedic formulations and local sourcing practices
Strong community linkages and patient engagement
Diverse and inclusive workforce culture
Patient-centric care model with holistic approach

What's Next

A Living Document for Continuous Improvement

AVCRI can now use its SIM score and roadmap as a living document for ongoing sustainability management. The framework enables them to:

Update data annually Track progress with regular data refreshes

Monitor key projects Track implementation of roadmap initiatives

Communicate with confidence Share sustainability story with stakeholders

Future-Ready Foundation

The SIM assessment has prepared AVCRI for:

Hospital accreditation processes
Future ESG audits and certifications
Investor and partner conversations
Regulatory compliance requirements

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