TFK.Group (This is not a separate legal entity but a group consisting of TELE-FONIKA Kable S.A. and JDR Cable Systems Ltd.)
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020, 2021)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:6,131.2 tCO2e (TFKable Scope 1); 966,260 kgCO2e (JDR Scope 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:6,131.2 tCO2e (TFKable)
Scope 2 Emissions:966,260 kgCO2e (JDR)
Total Energy Consumption:160,087.9 MWh (TFKable); 4,836.6 MWh (JDR)
Water Consumption:311,305 m3 (TFKable)
Waste Generated:16,676 Mg non-hazardous waste; 609.7 Mg hazardous waste (TFKable)
Carbon Intensity:1.11 MWh/tonne (TFKable)
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Health and Safety
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Responsible Supply Chain
- Community Engagement
Environmental Achievements
- Recycled 14,983 Mg of non-hazardous waste at TFKable.
- 6,847% of water reused at TFKable.
- Modernized waste storage facility at Bukowno plant.
Social Achievements
- Launched TH!NK SAFETY and TH!NK QUALITY programs.
- Organized art competition for employees' children.
- Supported local communities through charity and sponsorship activities.
- Provided protective visors to employees during COVID-19 pandemic.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented Code of Professional and Ethical Conduct at TFKable and Code of Ethics at JDR.
- Established a team to manage the business impact of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Published JDR Gender Pay Gap Report.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic
- Brexit
- Supply chain disruptions
- Integrating JDR's and TFKable's cultures.
Mitigation Strategies
- Established a COVID-19 response team.
- Implemented virtual meetings and online trainings.
- Maintained communication with suppliers.
- Developed internal procedures to prevent COVID-19 spread.
- Focused on integrating values and ethical standards across both companies.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 45% of new TFKable suppliers verified in 2020
Responsible Procurement
- Conflict Minerals Policy
- Responsible Sourcing Code (JDR, planned for 2021)
- Supplier self-assessment surveys (TFKable)
- ISO 14001, REACH, and RoHS compliance requirements.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI G4 core
Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3
- Goal 4
- Goal 5
- Goal 7
- Goal 8
- Goal 9
- Goal 12
- Goal 13
The report highlights how TFK.Group's activities align with these SDGs.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Improved Halogen-Free Cables
- Flameblocker cables
Awards & Recognition
- Honorable mention in the Sustainable Development Leaders 2020 category
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:6,093 tCO2e (Scope 1 direct emissions for TFKable); 91,899 tCO2e (Scope 2 indirect emissions for TFKable)
Scope 1 Emissions:6,093 tCO2e (TFKable)
Scope 2 Emissions:91,899 tCO2e (TFKable)
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:161,110.5 MWh (TFKable); 5,208.47 MWh (JDR)
Water Consumption:283.88 ML (TFKable); 5.53 ML (JDR)
Waste Generated:17,473 tons (TFKable); 894.77 tons (JDR)
Carbon Intensity:0.043 gCO2 / mass of cables and wires produced (TFKable)
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Environmental Protection
- Employee Well-being
- Responsible Supply Chain
- Ethical Business Practices
- Diversity and Inclusion
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy consumption by 2,311 GJ at the Bydgoszcz plant through a new boiler installation.
- 80% of waste heat from compressors used for heating domestic hot water.
- Reduced rubber mixture waste by half through the introduction of single-stage mixtures.
- 5.64% of materials used in production in 2021 came from recycling.
- Reduced electricity consumption at the Hartlepool and Littleport plants by installing modern LED lighting. Used 7% (250.3 MWh) less energy in JDR than in 2020.
Social Achievements
- Launched TFKable Academy, providing training to 650 employees.
- Organized internships for 18 university students and 4 high school students at TFKable.
- Supported employee charitable initiatives (e.g., Noble Gift, Christmas Fair).
- Implemented various employee wellbeing initiatives (details provided for both TFKable and JDR).
- JDR's STEM program engaging local schools.
Governance Achievements
- No cases of corruption reported at TFK.Group in 2021.
- Implemented whistleblowing mechanisms at both TFKable and JDR.
- Developed and implemented various policies (e.g., Anti-Corruption, Anti-Modern Slavery, Responsible Sourcing).
- Active participation in industry organizations (Europacable, etc.).
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Null (Net-zero emissions target mentioned, but no specific year provided)
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions (mentioned in relation to COVID-19 in 2020, but not specifically in 2021).
- Risk of product defects.
- Supplier risks related to human rights, environmental violations, and quality standards.
- Obsolete technologies.
- Megatrends such as macroeconomic factors, geopolitical factors, urbanization, and energy revolution.
Mitigation Strategies
- Vendor audits and risk assessments.
- Responsible sourcing code and supplier declarations.
- Conflict minerals policy.
- Anti-modern slavery and human trafficking policy.
- Continuous improvement initiatives (Think Quality, Think Safety).
- Investments in R&D and new technologies.
- ESG risk management framework.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Null (Number not specified, but mentions annual questionnaires and audits for TFKable)
Responsible Procurement
- Responsible Sourcing Code (JDR)
- Supplier questionnaires (TFKable)
- Conflict Minerals Policy
- Anti-Modern Slavery and Human Trafficking Policy
- Prioritization of local and EU suppliers.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- More regulation and pressure on improving products and processes.
- Cost and availability of raw materials.
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products.
- Growth in the renewable energy sector (offshore wind).
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI
Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 (mentioned for both companies)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 3 (Good Health and Well-being)
- SDG 6 (Clean Water and Sanitation)
- SDG 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
- SDG 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
- SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
- SDG 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
- SDG 13 (Climate Action)
- SDG 16 (Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions)
The report links various initiatives to these SDGs.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Improved halogen-free LSOH cables (TFKable)
- 66 kV cables for offshore wind farms (JDR and TFKable)
- 132 kV dynamic cables (JDR)
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed