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