Ceragon Networks Ltd.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Waste Generated:4.19 tons (electronic waste recycled in 2022)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced electronic waste by recycling 4.19 tons in 2022.
- Implemented TCC-U solution package reducing packaging materials (no foams, reduced nylon bags, no papers, smaller package).
Social Achievements
- Invested over $120,000 in learning and development initiatives for employees in 2022.
- Established a long-term partnership with ‘ELEM’ NGO to support Israeli youth.
- Maintained a low number of workplace accidents (2 in 2022).
Governance Achievements
- Implemented a comprehensive security and privacy policy.
- Established a corporate compliance program to ensure adherence to high ethical and corporate governance standards.
- Board of Directors includes more than 25% women (as of September 2023).
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Achieve net zero emissions.
Medium-term Goals:
- Set CO2 emissions reduction targets.
Short-term Goals:
- Increase environmental awareness among all employees.
Environmental Challenges
- Reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
- Managing risks associated with cybersecurity threats.
- Maintaining sustainable water management and preventing water pollution.
Mitigation Strategies
- Assessing energy use across operations to limit scope 1 & 2 emissions.
- Implementing a diverse range of cybersecurity tools and practices.
- Monitoring and reporting annual HQ water consumption, implementing measures to prevent water leakage.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Suppliers are obligated to comply with all relevant local, national, and international health and safety standards.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB
Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 27001
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:1714.39 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:280.7 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:1444.4 tCO2e/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Responsibility
- Social Well-being
- Diversity and Inclusion
- Corporate Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced paper consumption at HQ due to organizational discipline.
- Designed packaging to minimize waste by prioritizing recyclable materials, resulting in smaller dimensions and reduced GHG emissions during shipping.
- Scope 1 GHG emissions decreased by 3.24% between 2022 and 2023.
- Implemented recycling programs across most sites.
Social Achievements
- Launched first employee engagement survey, resulting in 94% participation rate.
- Decreased employee turnover rate from 22% in 2022 to 16% in 2023.
- Implemented a comprehensive health program including health insurance, flexible work options, and first aid kits.
- Provided psychological support service to HQ employees during the 'October 7th war'.
Governance Achievements
- Established an ESG working group to advance the company’s ESG plan.
- Implemented a whistleblowing system accessible via an internal portal.
- Conducted supply chain audits (around 250 suppliers and 5 primary manufacturers).
Climate Goals & Targets
Short-term Goals:
- Transitioning all products to environmentally friendly packaging by 2025.
Environmental Challenges
- Attracting women to the company due to the highly technological nature of the business.
- Managing and reducing the impact of operations through various energy efficiency and GHG emission reduction initiatives.
Mitigation Strategies
- Constantly promoting new ways of attracting women to the company.
- Established a GHG Emissions Policy with a thorough framework and guidelines for conducting calculations.
- Implemented proactive measures to enhance understanding and management of Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 250 suppliers and 5 primary manufacturers audited in 2023
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Business Conduct
- Due diligence process for engaging with third parties
- Compliance with UN International Labor Standards
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Environmentally friendly packaging