Climate Change Data

Ventus Ingeniería S.A, Ventus Colombia S.A.S, Ventus Construcciones S.A

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:38,978 kWh (office); 304,267 l (machinery fuel)
Water Consumption:2,950 m3
Waste Generated:Variable, see report for details
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Human Capital Development
  • Employees Safety and Health
  • Waste Management
  • Natural Resources Efficiency
  • Ethics and Compliance
  • Economic Growth
  • Service Quality
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Handling Dialogue with Interest Groups
  • Renewable Energy
  • Climate Action
  • Community Development

Environmental Achievements

  • Achieved 55% waste recycling in solar park construction and 30% in civil works.
  • Reduced fuel consumption in vehicles by implementing fuel efficiency measures (10.6 km/l).
  • Implemented water conservation strategies in solar panel cleaning using robots, reducing water consumption.
  • Planted 130 native species, projecting 156.25 tons of CO2 eq capture.
  • No fines or sanctions due to environmental breaches.

Social Achievements

  • Incorporated 1,001 new collaborators (207% increase from 2022), with 95% hired locally.
  • 47% of staff are women (22% operational, 47% office).
  • Provided 19,872 training hours.
  • Zero major accidents among collaborators and subcontractors.
  • 86% of employees stated they would not change companies for similar salary and hiring conditions.
  • Implemented various employee wellbeing initiatives (prepaid medicine, flexible hours, study leave, etc.).
  • Achieved a customer satisfaction index of 4.4 (out of 5).

Governance Achievements

  • Developed Ventus Sustainability Policy.
  • Developed a Business Ethics and Transparency Program (PTEE) to prevent bribery.
  • Established an Ethics Committee.
  • Implemented a risk management process using Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA).
  • Achieved ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001, and ISO 14001 certifications.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Compliance with deadlines (lowest score in customer satisfaction survey).
  • Inadequate storage conditions causing loss of recyclable materials in one project.
  • Traditional labor dynamics in construction sector resulting in lower female representation in operational roles.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Continuous improvement efforts to meet deadlines.
  • Comprehensive action plan to improve materials storage practices.
  • Strategies to expand female participation in operational roles, including flexible job profiles and outreach through public employment services.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual review of almost 1,300 suppliers (87% national, 13% international).

Responsible Procurement
  • Compliance with internal requirements, codes of conduct, and quality, safety, and environmental policies.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001, ISO 14001

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 7
  • SDG 8
  • SDG 9
  • SDG 12
  • SDG 13
  • SDG 17

Ventus' operations contribute to these SDGs through renewable energy projects, local employment generation, skills development, responsible resource management, climate action, and partnerships.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed