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Tanneries in Tamil Nadu turn to solar to cut pollution and power costs

30/04/2025

Local press has reported that a group of tanneries in the Ranipet SIPCOT industrial region of Tamil Nadu, including finished leather exporter Overseas Leathers, has shifted from firewood to solar-powered systems to reduce pollution and energy costs. Around 15–20 units now use solar air and water heaters in dyeing and finishing processes....

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