The EU4Environment

"Bnakat" is a dairy producer from Yerevan. Established in 2011, the enterprise started its operation with the production of the Lori Mozzarella cheese and gradually expanded the production line throughout the years. The company’s facilities are separated into two sections: the first, consisting of the paving production line, and the latter, which comprises the administration staff. Once the planned renovation is complete, the production line will benefit from new pieces of equipment. Motivated to improve energy efficiency and its overall performance, the company participated in the RECP Demonstration Project under EU4Environment (2019-2024).

"Sis Alp" was established in 2007, on the premise of the previously state-owned factory "Sisian Kat". The company specialises in the production of six types of dairy (cheese, bottled milk, kefir, matsun, butter, and curd), and 33 sub-categories, with the potential to further expand its goods to fruit milkshakes, protein powder, and animal food from residuals. The main challenge the enterprise is facing is the excess wastewater and residuals from cheese production, which are not properly stored or recycled. Motivated to address the waste issue and improve its production, the company participated in the RECP Demonstration Project under EU4Environment(2019-2024). This publication shows the company’s experience reported after the monitoring exercise conducted in 2022-2023.

"Ararat-Chansin" is well-renowned in the construction and building materials sectors. It provides services for the construction, installation, and repair works of roads, and it manufactures various products such as asphaltic concrete, building sand, crushed stone, and mineral powders. The company extracts its materials from its own quarry and uses advanced technological equipment for the industrial production of construction materials. Motivated to achieve a more energy-efficient production facility (integrated into its growth plans), the company participated in the RECP demonstration project under EaP GREEN (2013-2017). This publication shows the company’s experience reported after the monitoring exercise conducted in 2021, four years after the programme ended.

"Sam Har" LLC specializes in the production of carbonated beverages (lemonade and mineral water) under the trademark "Sipan." In addition, since 2009, the company expanded to compote production, and since 2013, to produce canned food in a new, relocated building. Since 2010, it has produced 15 varieties of compote and jam, two types of jelly, 10 types of natural juice, and four types of marinade under the trademarks "Sipan," "Anush," and "Arevik." The manufacturing facility operates seasonally from May to October, while the labeling and packaging takes place all year round, based on orders. The company sources its raw materials from premium suppliers to ensure the high quality of its goods. Adhering to the ISO 22000 international standard, its products are well-regarded both in Armenia and abroad. The company also maintains an orchard on its premises, cultivating peaches, apricots, and white sweet-cherry. Motivated to achieve more energy-efficient production, the company participated in the RECP Demonstration Project under EaP GREEN (2013-2017).

Since 2009, “Arminashogh” LLC has been providing its customers with a diverse selection of over 60 cakes, pastries, and breads. The extensive range of products is freshly delivered to grocery shops and supermarkets nationwide. Additionally, the company specializes in crafting individual cakes for special occasions like weddings or birthdays. Its mission is to maintain the highest quality standards by employing natural ingredients that guarantee an exceptional taste. The company sets itself apart through its unwavering commitment to high quality, authentic flavors, and maximum product safety. Through diligent and persistent efforts, it has risen to prominence among Armenian pastries and cake producers over several years, establishing a distinctive presence in shops and supermarkets across nearly all regions in Armenia. Motivated by a commitment to achieving more resource and energy-efficient production, the company actively participated in the RECP Demonstration Project under EaP GREEN (2013-2017).

The production of "KAVASHEN" LLC is at around 65,000 slates per year, based on orders. In Armenia, the product is mostly consumed in rural areas, where 80% of the roofs are made of asbestos slate. As the slate's main element is extremely durable, it is often used as a reinforcement component in glues, mortars, and finishing cement. In addition, to being resistant to corrosion and weathering, it is also used to protect roofs against extreme temperatures. In most cases, asbestos only comprises 15-30% of a roofing product, where it is mainly added as a reinforcement material. The final product is thus a mixture of 15% asbestos powder, 5% water, and 80% cement. The typical life expectancy of a single roof is about 30 years, with some exceeding 50 years old whilst still being in good condition. In addition to private households, the company's clientele also includes local self-government and state-authorized bodies. Motivated to achieve more energy-efficient production, the company participated in the RECP demonstration project under EaP GREEN (2013-2017).

“ELBAT” CJSC is a leading producer of high-quality lead-acid batteries. The company offers a wide range of batteries for cars and commercial vehicles between 40-100 A/H and 120-200 A/H, and provides technical services to select the best battery option for its clients. The enterprise’s annual production is around 15,000 batteries. Motivated to improve its environmental performance and optimize its resource usage (materials, water, energy) the company joined EaP GREEN in 2017. The programme was in line with ELBAT's environmental management system (EMS), whose objectives include minimizing the negative impact of the production systems on the environment and mitigating risks to people. Thanks to EaP GREEN, RECP is now a well-understood concept within ELBAT, and it is used to improve the company's performance, as part of its EMS.

"Lukashin" CC was founded as a community-based small enterprise (SME) consisting of 42 farmers. Its main activity is the production of dried fruits of technical grade and quality (apricots, peaches, plums, apples, pears, figs, and grapes). The fruits are grown by farmers from the Lukashin rural community located in the heart of the Ararat Valley. The average production capacity is 14,000 kg/year of finished products (dried fruits) which are mainly consumed on the national market and partly exported to the Russian Federation and European Union countries. Motivated to achieve more energy-efficient production, the company participated in the RECP demonstration project under EaP GREEN (2013-2017).

"RozFrood" is a small company dedicated to processing vegetables and fruits, in which it elaborates a wide variety of conserves and natural products. Among them are conserves and frozen vegetables, natural jams and compotes, juices, and nectars. The raw materials are all supplied locally. The company's market has steadily expanded and currently includes exports to the USA, Russia, and several European Union countries. Since its very beginning in 2005, "RozFrood" had a philosophy - to provide natural and healthy products without any added chemicals, by focusing on quality and fresh products. These advantages led to additional opportunities for growth (and resulted in an increased capacity, three times larger than the initial production site). Motivated to improve its environmental performance and optimize its resource usage (materials, water, energy), the company participated in the RECP demonstration project under EaP GREEN (2013-2017).

"Lusia Food" started in 2005 as a food catering service, when a women entrepreneur undertook the challenge of creating a new and specialized service for social events, different than the traditional Armenian food services. The innovative and high-quality “buffet” services designed by Ms. Lusine Baratyan steadily built demand and gained the customers’ trust. In 2016, the family entrepreneurship scaled up investments in the value chain by starting the production of semi-finished food and opening a sale point. Considering its size, the company’s outstanding efforts granted it the “Company of the Year in the Production of Semi-Finished Products” national recognition and the “Quality Mark” prize in 2017. Currently, Lusia Food continues to innovate as it recently launched a new service to train personnel in table design, etiquette, and buffet organization. Motivated to achieve more energy-efficient production, the company participated in the RECP demonstration project under EaP GREEN (2013-2017).

"ASHTARAK DZOO" LLC is a leading egg producer in Armenia, covering over 8% of the national market. Since its foundation in 2007, the company continuously expanded; currently, it has five aviaries (one for chick breeding, and four for laying hens). The growth plans envisaged for 2015-2016 extended the facilities for three more aviaries, increasing the current capacity to a total of 275,000 laying hens. The facilities are equipped with highly automated systems such as feeding dispensers, water supply, manure removal systems, ventilation, climate control, and egg collection and packaging. Motivated to achieve a more energy-efficient production, the company participated in the RECP demonstration project under EaP GREEN (2013-2017).

Initially operating as a subordinate unit of a cement plant, "GALIK LLC" now functions as a full-fledged lime producer in the Ararat region. It mainly produces lime (with more than 90% being used in metallurgy and mining, at around 1,100-1,200 tonnes per month). "Lime" refers to both limestone and its derivatives: "burnt lime" and "hydrated lime". The limestone is obtained in semi-prepared conditions through field stoves. The company's laboratory ensures the quality of the finished products and the main production process at all stages: the splitting of raw material, sorting, roasting, primary crushing, and crushing. The resulting raw material is a specific limestone with high purity and homogeneity. Motivated to achieve more energy-efficient production, the company participated in the RECP demonstration project under EaP GREEN (2013-2017).