Climate Change Data

Comelit Group S.p.A.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2022)

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:1677.06 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 603.38 tCO2e (Scope 2) = 2280.44 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:1677.06 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:603.38 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:Approximately 14% (287.56 GJ from solar + 103.67 GJ purchased)
Total Energy Consumption:10,533 GJ
Waste Generated:213.29 tons

ESG Focus Areas

  • People
  • Planet
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Installed a 100-kWp solar panel system at headquarters, generating approximately 287 GJ of electricity in 2021.
  • Purchased 103 GJ of energy from renewable sources.
  • Installed energy-saving equipment (LED lamps, high-efficiency heating systems) at Italian headquarters.
  • Implemented thermal insulation and energy-saving windows at some sites.
  • Recovered 74% of returned products in 2021.

Social Achievements

  • Launched a smart working policy.
  • Provided 4,281 hours of training in 2021.
  • Implemented corporate welfare programs for employees.
  • Supported local communities through donations and partnerships.
  • Offered internships and scholarships to young people.

Governance Achievements

  • Established a Sustainability Committee.
  • Published its first Sustainability Report.
  • Developed a Code of Ethics.
  • Implemented a QHSE policy and personal data management system.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWL).
Medium-term Goals:
  • Further investigate the impacts generated by its supply chain to reduce its carbon footprint.
  • Continue the process of controlling and reducing the environmental impact of packaging.
Short-term Goals:
  • Increase the use of energy-saving equipment across all Group offices.
  • Develop a Code of Conduct for suppliers.
  • Integrate sustainability into supplier rating processes and audits.
  • Launch training courses for buyers on sustainable procurement.

Environmental Challenges

  • Reducing environmental impact throughout the supply chain.
  • Increasing energy efficiency and reducing emissions across all Group sites.
  • Improving waste management practices.
  • Ensuring data privacy and cybersecurity in increasingly connected products.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implementing eco-design principles in product development.
  • Gradually increasing the purchase of certified renewable energy.
  • Conducting Life Cycle Assessments (LCAs) of products and the organization.
  • Establishing a Competence Centre for cybersecurity and data protection.
  • Developing a Code of Conduct for suppliers.
  • Integrating sustainability into supplier rating processes and audits.
  • Providing training for buyers on sustainable procurement.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 15 on-site audits in 2021

Responsible Procurement
  • Questionnaires to verify quality standards and regulatory compliance.
  • Periodic audits including environmental and social aspects.
  • Code of Conduct to be implemented.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and processes.

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 4 (Quality Education)
  • Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
  • Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • Goal 13 (Climate Action)
  • Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being)

Comelit's initiatives contribute to these goals through training programs, renewable energy use, employee well-being programs, sustainable product design, emission reduction efforts, and community support.

Awards & Recognition

  • ADI Design Index (2015)
  • German Design Award (2015)
  • Design Plus Awards (2018)

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:1585.12 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 612.23 tCO2e (Scope 2) (2022)
Scope 1 Emissions:1,585.12 tCO2e (2022)
Scope 2 Emissions:612.23 tCO2e (2022)
Total Energy Consumption:11,090 GJ (2022)
Waste Generated:221.77 tons (2022)

ESG Focus Areas

  • People
  • Planet
  • Innovation, Research & Development
  • Customer Centricity
  • Data Privacy and Cybersecurity
  • Employee Health, Safety and Well-being
  • Development and Enhancement of Human Capital
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Community Support
  • Sustainable Supply Management
  • Responsible Business and Anti-corruption
  • Energy Efficiency and Reduction of Emissions
  • Circular Economy and Waste Management
  • Sustainable Product Design
  • Sustainable Packaging
  • Sustainable Logistics

Environmental Achievements

  • 10% increase in energy production from photovoltaic panels
  • 85% of returned products recovered in 2022
  • 15% decrease in CO2 emissions compared to the EMEA average (logistics)

Social Achievements

  • Launched MyComelit app to support installers
  • Implemented Diversity and Inclusion Policy
  • Provided 9,366 hours of training in 2022
  • Improved supplier assessment criteria by integrating analysis of social and environmental impacts
  • Supplier Code of Conduct signed by 60% of suppliers

Governance Achievements

  • Achieved Gold Medal in EcoVadis ratings (top 5%)
  • Adopted Anti-Corruption Policy
  • Implemented Internal Reporting System (whistleblowing)

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Expand welfare provision for collaborators (SDG 3.4)
  • Double funding for free kindergarten access for collaborators (SDG 4.2)
  • Increase training hours per capita for all collaborators (SDG 4.4)
  • Double the number of training courses for collaborators (SDG 4.7)
  • Promote investments in energy infrastructure and clean energy technologies (SDG 7.a)
  • Double use of renewable energy (SDG 7.2)
  • Double rate of improvement in energy efficiency (SDG 7.3)
  • Implement specific programs on sustainable consumption and production (SDG 12.1)
  • Pursue sustainable management and efficient use of natural resources (SDG 12.2)
  • Substantially reduce waste generation (SDG 12.5)
  • Integrate measures to combat climate change into policies (SDG 13.2)
  • Improve education, awareness, and human capacity regarding climate change (SDG 13.3)

Environmental Challenges

  • Reducing environmental impact of operations
  • Improving energy efficiency
  • Managing waste effectively
  • Ensuring data privacy and cybersecurity
  • Promoting diversity and inclusion
  • Maintaining high safety standards
  • Sustainable supply chain management
Mitigation Strategies
  • Investing in renewable energy sources (solar panels)
  • Replacing lighting systems with LEDs
  • Implementing waste reduction and recycling programs
  • Developing secure IT systems and data protection measures
  • Implementing Diversity and Inclusion Policy
  • Conducting regular safety assessments and training
  • Integrating ESG criteria into supplier selection and evaluation

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 50+ (2022)

Responsible Procurement
  • ESG criteria integrated into supplier selection
  • Supplier Code of Conduct

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 3
  • SDG 4
  • SDG 7
  • SDG 8
  • SDG 12
  • SDG 13

Comelit's initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and policies related to health, education, energy, employment, consumption, and climate action.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • People door entry monitor with eco-friendly packaging

Awards & Recognition

  • EcoVadis Gold Medal
  • ADI Design Index
  • German Design Award
  • Design Plus Awards