Climate Change Data

BATZ, S. COOP.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:11382.6 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:852.38 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:10530.22 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:31408 MWh/year
Water Consumption:26423 m3/year
Waste Generated:5021 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Issues
  • Social and Employee Issues
  • Human Rights
  • Corruption and Bribery
  • Society

Environmental Achievements

  • 100% of production plants are certified under the ISO-14001 standard.
  • Significant reduction in VOCs emitted (although there was an increase in 2023).
  • Continuous drop in hazardous waste managed since 2018 (70.59% less than in 2018).
  • At least 10,222 MWh of electricity consumed were produced using renewable energy.

Social Achievements

  • 78% of hiring is permanent.
  • Improved work-life balance policies and practices.
  • 1,711 hours of occupational health and safety training provided in 2023.
  • Continued collaboration with associations and initiatives to promote social and labour integration.

Governance Achievements

  • Updated environmental policy and supplier sustainability policy.
  • Reviewed and updated Code of Conduct in 2021, aligning with the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and ILO conventions.
  • Implemented a Cybersecurity Management Plan.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Net Zero roadmap (details pending approval and to be included in next year’s report).
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Emergence of new automotive trends (digitization, shared use, vehicle electrification).
  • Global economic and political shifts affecting exchange rates, raw material prices, and protectionism.
  • Pressure on profitability of commodities suppliers.
  • Talent acquisition and retention.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Re-dimensioning activities, financing, and profitability of businesses.
  • Investing in innovation and adapting products, processes, and business model to ensure sustainability.
  • Strengthening the value chain sustainably, combining efficiency and reliability.
  • Developing advanced management models.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 10 suppliers evaluated in 2023 (highest purchasing volume).

Responsible Procurement
  • New supplier policy with minimum requirements regarding corporate ethics, environmental protection, resource conservation, human rights, and social standards.
  • Demand for environmental management systems (preferably ISO 14001 or EMAS certified).
  • Compliance with OECD due diligence guide for responsible supply chains.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Limited water availability
  • Floods and severe weather conditions affecting supply chain
Transition Risks
  • New climate-related regulations
  • Technological risks associated with green transition
Opportunities
  • Development of low-emissions products and services
  • Improving energy and resource sources

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9100, ISO 27001, TISAX (China and Mexico plants)

Third-party Assurance: EQA

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Aligned with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) of the 2030 Agenda.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Lightweight structural materials for electric vehicles (ALMA project)
  • Recycled materials for structural components (MIDAS project)

Awards & Recognition

  • Inclusive Company (BATZ Mexicana)