Climate Change Data

Encyclis Holdco Limited

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:744,607 tCO2e (excluding biogenic CO2)
Scope 1 Emissions:699,542 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:5 tCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:45,060 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:100% at operational sites
Water Consumption:343,207 m3
Carbon Intensity:0.52 tCO2e/tonne of waste processed (excluding biogenic CO2)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Decarbonisation
  • Circular Economy
  • Safety
  • Community Relations
  • Governance
  • Responsible Business Practices

Environmental Achievements

  • Achieved triple ISO certification (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001) for Rookery South and Newhurst facilities.
  • Protos CCS selected by DESNZ for UK's carbon capture cluster program.
  • Construction of Day Aggregates' IBA processing facility in Wellingborough began.
  • Commissioning of Newhurst ERF completed.
  • Submission of planning application for Protos' carbon capture and storage facility.
  • Financial close secured for future Walsall ERF.
  • 100% of IBA from Rookery South and Newhurst ERFs fully processed and recycled.

Social Achievements

  • Launched Safety First Charter and six rules.
  • Implemented EcoOnline EHS reporting tool.
  • Launched electric vehicle salary sacrifice scheme.
  • Rookery South team raised over £12,000 for charity.
  • Hosted hundreds of group tours at Dublin WtE facility.
  • Dublin WtE Community Gain Fund announced grants to 32 community projects.

Governance Achievements

  • Established robust governance structure and management process for sustainability.
  • Secured triple ISO certification for Rookery South and Newhurst facilities.
  • Developed supply chain evaluation criteria.
  • Updated Modern Slavery Statement.
  • Continued membership in several industry groups and trade associations.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve net zero emissions by 2050 (national target).
Medium-term Goals:
  • Achieve 100% IBA and APCr recovery by 2030.
  • Develop CCS facilities to capture carbon at all operational plants.
  • Achieve net zero emissions by 2040 (sector target).
Short-term Goals:
  • Complete climate change adaptation risk assessment and action plan for all operational facilities.
  • Progress plans for district heating across portfolio.
  • Secure similar IBA recycling solution for Dublin facility.

Environmental Challenges

  • Uncertainty around carbon pricing and transport networks for CCS.
  • Lack of IBA and APCr processing facilities in Ireland.
  • Need to reduce Scope 3 emissions.
  • Potential for extreme weather events to impact operations.
  • Managing public concerns about air quality.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Investing in understanding and implementing CCS technology.
  • Working with Irish Government and EPA to establish sustainable residue recovery solutions.
  • Identifying opportunities to reduce Scope 3 emissions.
  • Planning for extreme weather events to improve operational resilience.
  • Operating facilities to the highest environmental standards and complying with strict emission limits.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Supply chain evaluation criteria focusing on environmental, health and safety, modern slavery, and corporate compliance.
  • Use of FSC-certified suppliers for wooden products.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory changes
  • Market shifts
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products
  • CCS technology

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GHG Protocol, UN Global Compact (application process)

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018

Third-party Assurance: IMS, an independently owned and operated consulting and verification services company

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
  • Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
  • Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • Goal 13 (Climate Action)

EfW contributes to sustainable energy production, infrastructure development, resource efficiency, and climate change mitigation.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • EcoBlend® recycled aggregate