Xaar Group
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:2536 tonnes of CO2e reduced since 2019 (Scope 1 & 2)
Renewable Energy Share:100% of UK energy usage from renewable resources
Water Consumption:5,184 m3 freshwater usage in 2023
Waste Generated:46,816.2kg waste diverted from landfill in 2023 (Xaar & FFEI combined)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- People
- Innovation
- Community
Environmental Achievements
- 99% reduction in Scope 2 emissions through conversion to green energy contracts
- 100% of waste diverted from landfill at Xaar and FFEI (39.85% recycled)
- 16% reduction in freshwater usage in printhead business compared to 2022
- Successful decarbonisation of cleanrooms (finalist at edie Sustainability Awards)
Social Achievements
- Achieved Great Place to Work Certified™ organisation accreditation
- 5596 CPD hours delivered to employees
- 6 young people participating in apprenticeship programs
- Launched a new Safety Concern Reporting System
- £71,544 raised for charity partner Break
Governance Achievements
- Established a clear ESG governance structure with a quarterly meeting ESG Committee
Climate Goals & Targets
Medium-term Goals:
- Net Zero emissions by 2030 (Group Scopes 1, 2 & 3)
Short-term Goals:
- Achieve zero waste to landfill for all UK sites by end of 2024
- Reduce UK energy consumption further against 2022 baseline
Environmental Challenges
- Scope 3 emissions from travel and employee commuting
- Need to reduce waste and energy consumption further
- Need to improve data collection on water usage at Group level
Mitigation Strategies
- Investing in energy efficiency projects (cleanroom upgrades)
- Electric Vehicle scheme for employees
- Carbon offsetting schemes
- Working towards zero waste to landfill across all UK sites by end of 2024
- Implementing shutdown routines on machines & tools
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Aquinox printhead (water-based fluids)
- Ultra High Viscosity technology (less ink and energy)
Awards & Recognition
- Finalist at the edie Sustainability Awards 2024