Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced CO2 emissions by 5,000t at Ranshofen location by using 100% CO2-neutrally produced electricity from hydropower.
• HAI Casting in Ranshofen and Santana (Romania) certified according to the ASI Performance Standard in March and September 2020 respectively.
• Supply contract for 150,000 tons of Natur-Al™ aluminium with Century Aluminium over five years, aiming for 100% primary aluminium from renewable sources in the future.

Social Achievements

• Low staff turnover.
• Awarded as Top Employer 2020 for integral personnel management.
• Expanded social benefits (childcare, social days, orphanage support).

Governance Achievements

• No complaints or infringements reported in 2020.
• No significant financial penalties imposed for violation of laws or regulations in 2020.
• Compliance with legal requirements and voluntary commitments.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Far-reaching economic and socio-political changes, including Industry 4.0 and increased public focus on sustainability.
• Covid-19 pandemic impacting training measures in 2020.

Mitigation Strategies

• Continuous Improvement Process (CIP) for optimization and innovation.
• Increased use of digital learning concepts during Covid-19 restrictions.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Strategic metal procurement from around 110 suppliers; sourcing green primary aluminium.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001

Awards & Recognition

• Top Employer 2020
• Silver "Best Recruiters" award 2020

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Circular Economy
• Environmental Protection
• Employee Well-being
• Supply Chain Responsibility
• Ethical Business Practices

Environmental Achievements

• Received the "Circular Economy" award from the Lean & Green Management Awards.
• Launched new low-carbon products, SustainAl 2.0 and SustainAl 4.0.
• Achieved high recycling rates in aluminum production (minimum 80% in Ranshofen and Santana).

Social Achievements

• Recognized as a Top Employer in 2021.
• Continued offering childcare in Ranshofen despite COVID-19 restrictions.
• Supported an orphanage in Romania and offered apprenticeships.

Governance Achievements

• No complaints or infringements reported in 2021.
• No significant financial penalties imposed for violation of laws or regulations in 2021.
• Implemented a systematic approach to the application of the Code of Conduct for supply chain business partners.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• High energy requirements of aluminum production.
• COVID-19 impact on continuing educational activities.

Mitigation Strategies

• Consistent green electricity strategy (Romanian sites powered by renewable energy since January 2021).
• Increased use of digital learning concepts.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Strategic metal procurement from around 110 suppliers.
• Code of Conduct for Suppliers

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI (Core Option)

Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• SustainAl 2.0 and SustainAl 4.0 alloys

Awards & Recognition

• Lean & Green Management Award (Circular Economy)
• Klimaaktiv Mobil Project Partner Award
• Best Recruiters Award (Silver)

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Sustainable environmental and resource management
• Supply chain responsibility
• Healthy and happy employees
• Transparency and corporate ethics

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced gas consumption by 12% in Soest through heat recovery from compressors
• Installed an aluminium chip processing plant in Ranshofen, reusing filtered emulsion and reducing waste
• Installed a photovoltaic system in Soest with an output of 700 MWh/year
• Installed a new filter for emissions from salt slag storage in Sântana, reducing environmental emissions
• Reduced water consumption in Sântana by commissioning an osmosis plant
• Introduced a heat recovery system in Cris to heat the packaging area
• Achieved a recycling input rate of up to 80%, significantly reducing the CO₂ footprint

Social Achievements

• Implemented a standardized HCM system ('workday') and a strategic workforce planning system
• Updated leadership training program (HAI Academy)
• Set up summer holiday childcare in Ranshofen
• Strengthened educational partnership with the Technical College in Braunau
• Supported an orphanage in Romania and offered educational opportunities to young people
• Named a Top Employer for holistic personnel management

Governance Achievements

• Issued a Code of Conduct for employees and suppliers
• Implemented a whistleblowing system
• No fines or non-monetary sanctions imposed for non-compliance with environmental laws or regulations or serious violations of other applicable laws or regulations in 2023

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Minimising emissions
• Reducing energy consumption
• Increasing the proportion of women in the workforce

Mitigation Strategies

• Consistent green electricity strategy and photovoltaic systems
• Implementation of new technologies and process improvements
• Targeted training and development programs
• Attractive employment models after parental leave
• Promoting a culture of leadership and cooperation

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct
• Local procurement

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 50001, ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ASI Performance Standard V3

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• SustainAl 2.0 and SustainAl 4.0 alloys

Awards & Recognition

• Ecovadis Gold 2023
• EY Entrepreneur of the Year™ in "Sustainability & Greentech"
• 3rd place in Soest Climate Protection Award for energy savings