SBI, Bisleri Partner for Responsible Plastic Waste Management

New Delhi, September 5, 2026: State Bank of India (SBI) has partnered with Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd. under the “Bottles for Change” initiative to promote responsible plastic waste management across SBI branches and offices.

Under the Letter of Association, Bisleri will conduct training and awareness sessions for SBI employees and housekeeping staff on responsible plastic waste management. The collaboration will also involve the collection of used plastic waste from SBI offices and its subsequent recycling.

Bisleri’s “Bottles for Change” initiative works with institutions, housing societies, corporates and communities to promote awareness around the segregation, collection and recycling of plastic waste. Through the partnership, SBI and Bisleri aim to encourage sustainable waste management practices across SBI’s operations and support the transition towards a circular economy.

Shri. Ravi Ranjan, Managing Director (Risk, Compliance & SARG), State Bank of India, said, "Our collaboration with Bisleri under the “Bottles for Change” initiative is a step towards embedding sustainable practices into our everyday workplace culture. We believe that when employees are empowered to make responsible choices, that awareness extends well beyond our offices and into the communities that we serve and are a part of. Sustainable development and climate-conscious initiatives are important pillars in India’s journey towards Viksit Bharat 2047, and partnerships such as this can help translate that larger vision into meaningful action on the ground”

Dr. Angelo George, CEO, Bisleri International Pvt. Ltd., said, “Responsible plastic waste management begins with awareness and collective action. Our partnership with State Bank of India brings together the reach of one of India’s largest institutions and Bisleri’s experience through Bottles for Change to encourage responsible segregation, collection and recycling of used plastic. By engaging employees across SBI offices, we aim to build responsible practices at the workplace that can extend into homes and communities. We believe this collaboration can become a scalable model for corporate participation in advancing a circular economy for plastics.”

The partnership is also linked to the sustainability goals of both organisations. SBI said the collaboration supports its commitment to responsible growth and environmental stewardship, as it works towards Net Zero (Scope 1, 2 and 3) by 2055, its centenary year. Bisleri and SBI said improved plastic waste management and recycling can contribute to more efficient use of resources and reduced environmental impact.