Treibacher Industrie AG

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-2022)

Reporting Period: 2021-2022

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:100% (electricity) in 2021, increasing with new PV system in 2023

Total Energy Consumption:211,605,098 kWh (2021); 217,281,214 kWh (2022)

Water Consumption:3,574,483 m³ (2021); 3,480,585 m³ (2022)

Waste Generated:78,378.3 t (2021); 74,565.8 t (2022)

Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

Environment
Responsibility in the Value Chain
Security & Risk Management (incl. data security)
Employees
Compliance
Digitalization

Environmental Achievements

Implemented two new flue gas cleaning systems with heat recovery in vanadium oxide production, reducing CO₂ emissions by more than 1,300 tonnes.
More than 99% of spent refinery catalysts are recycled in the Treibacher recycling process, saving thousands of tonnes of primary resources.
Switched entirely to electricity from renewable sources in 2021.
In 2023, the largest photovoltaic plant in Carinthia will be built, covering up to 10% of the company’s own electricity requirements.

Social Achievements

Employee satisfaction survey with 75% participation rate, leading to targeted improvement measures.
Implemented shopfloor management in all production areas in 2022.
Offered over 50 courses in employee development program in 2021 and 2022.
Support for the Benedikt workshop, a Caritas day workshop in Althofen, since 2008.

Governance Achievements

EcoVadis CSR rating placed Treibacher among the top 25% of assessed companies.
Implemented an information security management system to protect sensitive data.
No cases of non-compliance with laws or regulations identified in 2021 and 2022.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Not disclosed

Medium-term Goals:

Reduce CO₂ emissions by 30% (based on 2021 levels).

Short-term Goals:

Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

Fragility of global supply chains due to the COVID-19 pandemic and the war in Ukraine.
High dependence on Russian gas and rising energy prices.
Underrepresentation of women in management positions.

Mitigation Strategies

Multi-source strategy for raw material procurement.
Strategic stockpiling of raw materials.
Energy optimization projects, including utilization of waste heat and excess hydrogen.
Initiatives to increase the representation of women in management positions.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Annual

Responsible Procurement

Multi-source strategy
Supplier selection criteria (ISO certification, TIAG Code of Conduct, conflict-free material, human rights, anti-corruption)
Sustainable supplier management for conflict minerals

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

Not disclosed

Transition Risks

Rising energy prices
Regulatory changes

Opportunities

Development of energy-efficient products
Investment in renewable energy

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards 2021

Certifications: ÖNORM EN ISO 9001, ÖNORM EN ISO 14001

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Goal 1: No Poverty
Goal 2: Zero Hunger
Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
Goal 4: Quality Education
Goal 5: Gender Equality
Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
Goal 13: Climate Action
Goal 14: Life Below Water
Goal 15: Life on Land

Various initiatives described in the report contribute to these goals.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

Auernox® catalyst materials
NXT lanthanum compounds for water purification

Awards & Recognition

Project of the Month (April 2022) for hydrogen utilization project