CSR & Sustainability

CSR & Sustainability

MAHLE ANAND Thermal Systems Private Limited (MATS), established in 1997, is a joint venture between the ANAND Group and MAHLE GmbH, Germany. A leading provider of thermal management solutions, MATS manufactures advanced automotive air conditioning and engine cooling systems that comply with stringent global emission and performance standards. The company serves leading automotive OEMs across India through its manufacturing facilities in NOIDA (Delhi NCR), Sanand (Gujarat), Chakan (Maharashtra) and Chengalpattu (Tamil Nadu).

Our CSR Focus

MATS aligns its community development initiatives with eight United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (UN SDGs):

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Since 2014, MATS has partnered with SNS Foundation (SNSF) to advance initiatives focused on education, skill development, women’s empowerment, sustainable livelihoods and environmental sustainability in communities surrounding its manufacturing locations.

KEY INITIATIVES

Advancing Quality Education

MATS supports educational initiatives that improve learning outcomes, strengthen school infrastructure and expand access to quality education for children and young people. Across government schools in Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu, the company works to create more conducive learning environments through academic support, infrastructure development and student enrichment programmes.

The company also supports higher education initiatives, including the development of an Internet of Things (IoT) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) Laboratory at Government Polytechnic, Pune, Maharashtra helping equip students with future-ready technical skills.

Impact

  • More than 6,000 students supported through learning enhancement programmes between 2021 and 2026
  • Additional teachers deployed in partner schools to improve educational outcomes
  • Learning continuity maintained during the COVID-19 pandemic through community based teaching interventions
  • Historic Paisa Fund Primary School in Talegaon, Maharashtra revitalised, increasing student enrolment from 250 to 370
  • School infrastructure upgraded across multiple rural government schools, including
    classrooms, kitchens, washrooms and early childhood learning centres
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Supporting Higher Education for Young Women

Through the MEDHAVI Scholarship Programme, MATS helps young women from economically disadvantaged families pursue diploma programmes in engineering and build successful careers in manufacturing and technology.

Impact

  • 62 Medhavi scholars supported between 2016 and 2026
  • 42 scholars graduated from engineering diploma programmes
  • 33 graduates secured employment in ANAND Group companies and other organisations
  • Several scholars progressed to higher education opportunities
  • Significant increase in household income following employment of programme beneficiaries
Supporting Higher Education for Young Women

Developing Employable Skills and Livelihood Opportunities

MATS supports vocational training programmes designed to equip youth and women with industry-relevant skills and pathways to sustainable livelihoods. Programmes are delivered in partnership with leading institutions and industry partners to enhance employability and self-employment opportunities.

Impact

  • More than 225 adolescent girls and women trained through tailoring and self- employment programmes
  • Approximately 75% of participants transitioned to self-employment
  • Assistant Electrician training programme launched in partnership with Schneider Electric India Foundation
  • Industry-linked training strengthened through collaboration with Industrial Training Institutes (ITIs)
Developing Employable Skills and Livelihood Opportunities

Empowering Women Through Financial Inclusion

MATS supports women’s self-help groups (SHGs) through microfinance access, entrepreneurship training and capacity-building programmes. These initiatives help women establish and expand income-generating enterprises while strengthening financial independence.

Impact

  • 46 self-help groups supported across Pune district
  • 533 women members engaged in microfinance and livelihood activities
  • ₹165.24 lakhs in loans facilitated since 2022
  • 68 capacity-building workshops conducted on entrepreneurship, financial literacy and livelihood enhancement
Empowering Women Through Financial Inclusion

Promoting Water Security and Environmental Sustainability

MATS invests in initiatives that strengthen water conservation, groundwater recharge and renewable energy adoption. Through pond rejuvenation, rainwater harvesting and solar-powered community infrastructure, the company helps improve environmental resilience and access to natural resources.

Impact

  • Pond rejuvenation projects benefitting more than 4,400 people and 850 animals
  • Groundwater recharge enhanced through restoration of ponds, wells and water bodies
  • Rainwater harvesting implemented at partner government schools
  • Solar net-metering project established to power a community flour mill operated by
    women’s self-help groups
  • Contributions made towards land reclamation and environmental restoration initiatives
  • In partnership with NHAI, undertook median plantation drive on the Pune-Nashik highway and took initiatives to reduce pollution of river Indrayani through infrastructure
    development and awareness activities
  • Chakan: Roadside waste collection at Chakan between Alandi Phata to Moshi River
    Bridge (Approx . 9 km)

    Supporting Community Health

    During the COVID-19 pandemic, MATS supported local healthcare systems by providing medical equipment, safety gear and sanitation supplies to government health facilities serving rural communities.

    Impact

  • Five government healthcare facilities supported during the pandemic
  • Healthcare support extended to communities across 110 villages
  • Approximately 229,000 people covered through strengthened local healthcare infrastructure


    Creating Sustainable Community Impact

    MATS believes that long-term social progress is driven by education, opportunity and environmental stewardship. Through its continued investments in learning, skills development, women’s empowerment, healthcare and sustainability, the company is helping build resilient communities and create lasting opportunities for future generations. Through strong partnerships with local communities, educational institutions and development organisations, MATS remains committed to creating meaningful and sustainable impact.