Climate Change Data

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