Schenker India Pvt. Ltd.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019, 2019-2020, 2020, 2021, 2021-01 to 2022-12, 2023, 2024)

Reporting Period: 2019

Environmental Metrics

Renewable Energy Share:60.1%

Waste Generated:11,288 thousand tons

ESG Focus Areas

Climate Change
Social Responsibility
Governance

Environmental Achievements

Specific greenhouse gas emissions decreased by 34.8% compared to 2006.
Share of renewable energies in DB traction current mix increased to 60.1%.

Social Achievements

Record level of new hires (around 27,300).
Launched Group initiative on the future of work, "People. Make. The Future."

Governance Achievements

Compliance with the recommendations of the Public Corporate Governance Code (PCGK), with one exception.
S&P increased long-term rating of DB AG from "AA–" to "AA".

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Climate-neutral transport by 2050.
100% green electricity for traction current by 2038.

Medium-term Goals:

Achieve 80% renewable energy share in DB traction current mix by 2030.
Double passenger numbers in long-distance transport to 260 million.

Short-term Goals:

Reduce specific greenhouse gas emissions by at least half by 2030.
Increase share of renewable energies in DB traction current mix to 80% by 2030.

Environmental Challenges

Capacity bottlenecks in the rail network.
Economic downturn impacting freight transport.
Coronavirus pandemic negatively impacting business development in 2020.

Mitigation Strategies

Investing in infrastructure expansion and digitalization (Digital Rail for Germany).
Implementing measures to improve quality and punctuality.
Focusing on financial stability and exploring various financing options.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

Focus on local procurement in Germany (€15.9 billion).

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

Extreme weather events

Opportunities

Development of energy-efficient products and services

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Third-party Assurance: PricewaterhouseCoopers GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft (PwC)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

SDG 8
SDG 9
SDG 11
SDG 12
SDG 13

DB Group's initiatives contribute to these goals through various sustainability programs.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

ICE 4 trains
Quiet freight cars
Eco-power stations

Awards & Recognition

CDP A-list
Top 5% in EcoVadis rating
Prime status from ISS ESG

Reporting Period: 2019-2020

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:159,570 tCO2e (2020)

Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed

Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed

Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed

Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed

Total Energy Consumption:97,694 MWh (2020)

Water Consumption:Not disclosed

Waste Generated:1327 tons (2020)

Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

Clean Logistics
Thriving Communities
Shared Value

Environmental Achievements

Reduced annual CO2 emissions by more than 20 percent by replacing trailers with swap bodies.
Reduced total direct greenhouse gas emissions associated with the transport of materials and products by about 23 percent in 2020 compared to 2019.
Increased waste recycled from 1262.28 tonnes in 2019 to 1327 tonnes in 2020.
Electricity consumption decreased by more than 20% in 2020 compared to 2019.

Social Achievements

Achieved ISO 45001:2018 certification for Occupational Health and Safety (OHS).
Introduced Employee Retirement Programme (ERP).
Implemented various employee wellbeing initiatives, including Worksmile Platform, subsidised healthcare, and sports activities.
Conducted over 50 community projects through the 'Helping Time' volunteer programme.

Governance Achievements

Maintained ISO/IEC 27001 certification for Information Security Management System.
Implemented a Compliance System covering anti-corruption, conflict of interest, and data protection.
No confirmed incidents of corruption or anti-trust violations.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Climate neutrality by 2050 (DB Schenker Group target)

Medium-term Goals:

Not disclosed

Short-term Goals:

Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

COVID-19 pandemic impacting operations and supply chains.
Air pollution in cities.
Shortage of professional drivers in Poland.
Maintaining high ethical standards and compliance.

Mitigation Strategies

Implemented remote work options for over 700 employees.
Developed new sanitary procedures and a 24/7 hotline for illness reporting.
Introduced electric vehicles and tested LNG vehicles.
Implemented a Compliance System and ethics training programs.
Supported carriers in finding drivers and offered purchasing groups for fuel.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

Code of Conduct for Business Partners.
Consideration of environmental impact in supplier selection.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

Not disclosed

Transition Risks

Not disclosed

Opportunities

Development of energy-efficient products and services.

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (Core application level)

Certifications: ISO 45001:2018 (OHS), ISO/IEC 27001 (Information Security)

Third-party Assurance: Internal verification

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

Electric vehicles
Swap bodies (BDF containers)
LNG vehicles

Awards & Recognition

Poland’s Best Employers 2021 (Forbes/Statista)
Best Employer in the era of the Covid-19 pandemic (Wprost magazine)

Reporting Period: 2020

Environmental Metrics

Renewable Energy Share:61.4%

Waste Generated:8,134 thousand tons

ESG Focus Areas

Climate change
Economic performance
Social responsibility
Capacity expansion
Digitalization

Environmental Achievements

Reduced specific greenhouse gas emissions by more than 34% compared to 2006.
Increased share of renewable energies in the DB traction current mix to 61.4%.

Social Achievements

Achieved highest customer satisfaction and best brand awareness in DB history.
Improved punctuality across all transport modes.
Recruited approximately 26,300 new employees in Germany.

Governance Achievements

Maintained good ESG ratings from various agencies (CDP A, EcoVadis top 4%, ISS ESG B– and Prime, MSCI ESG A).

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Achieve climate neutrality by 2050.
Completely remediate rail transport noise pollution on 6,500 km of lines by 2050.

Medium-term Goals:

Achieve 100% eco-power in DB traction current mix by 2038.
Double passenger numbers in long-distance transport.
Increase volume sold in rail freight transport by 70% compared to 2015.

Short-term Goals:

Reduce specific CO2 emissions by at least 50% by 2030.
Increase share of renewable energies in traction current to 80% by 2030.
Increase network capacity by >30% compared to 2015.

Environmental Challenges

Significant decline in passenger and freight volumes due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Financial losses due to the pandemic.
Need to increase capacity in infrastructure, vehicles, and personnel.

Mitigation Strategies

Joint agreement with the Federal Government to share the burden of COVID-19 losses.
Implementation of cost-cutting measures and restructuring initiatives.
Continued investment in infrastructure and fleet expansion.
Digitalization initiatives to improve efficiency and customer experience.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

Focus on local procurement in Germany (€18.6 billion in 2020).

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

Extreme weather events

Transition Risks

Regulatory changes
Market shifts

Opportunities

Development of energy-efficient products and services

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: ISO 50001 (for energy management in some subsidiaries)

Third-party Assurance: PwC (unqualified audit opinion for financial statements)

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 8 (Decent work and economic growth)

DB Group's initiatives contribute to these goals through various sustainability programs and investments.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

ICE 3neo trains
Quiet freight cars
DBeco plus climate-neutral transport service

Awards & Recognition

CDP A rating
HR Champion of the Year Award (Talent Acquisition)
German Design Award (careers site)

Reporting Period: 2021

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:62.4% (Germany)

Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed

Water Consumption:Not disclosed

Waste Generated:8,830 thousand tons

Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

Climate protection
Social responsibility
Governance

Environmental Achievements

Reduced specific greenhouse gas emissions by 36.1% compared to 2006.
Increased share of renewable energies in the DB traction current mix in Germany to 62.4%
Completed electrification of the Southern Railway along the Ulm―Friedrichshafen―Lindau section.
Pre-ordered 1,500 full-electric Volta Zero commercial vehicles.

Social Achievements

Welcomed more passengers to long-distance trains in 2021 than in 2020.
Transported more goods and recorded a higher volume sold in 2021 at DB Cargo.
Launched the emergency support program “Mind the gap – making up for learning lags and strengthening mental health.”
Improved employer rankings in several barometers.

Governance Achievements

Published the Integrated Report in accordance with GRI Core standards and TCFD recommendations.
Upholds the principles of the UN Global Compact.
Reappointment of three Members of the Management Board and the appointment of a new member.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Climate-neutral company by 2040.

Medium-term Goals:

100% renewable energies in the entire traction current mix by 2038.

Short-term Goals:

Reduce specific CO2e emissions by 50% compared to 2006 by 2030.
Achieve 80% renewable energies in the traction current mix by 2030.

Environmental Challenges

Covid-19 pandemic impact on passenger transport.
Severe floods in Germany causing infrastructure damage.
GDL strikes.
Rail infrastructure load limits at key hubs.
Shortage of skilled labor.

Mitigation Strategies

Covid-19 compensation measures with the Federal Government.
Collective financing agreement with the Federal Government for flood damage rectification.
Wage agreements with EVG and GDL.
Record investments in infrastructure and fleet expansion.
Major recruitment campaign.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

Railsponsible industry network
Supplier sustainability assessments

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

Extreme weather events (floods, storms)

Transition Risks

Regulatory changes (e.g., CO2 pricing)
Market shifts (e.g., increased competition)

Opportunities

Development of energy-efficient products and services
Expansion of climate-neutral freight and logistics services

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Core, TCFD

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 50001

Third-party Assurance: PricewaterhouseCoopers GmbH Wirtschaftsprüfungsgesellschaft (PwC)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

SDG 8
SDG 9
SDG 11
SDG 12
SDG 13

Initiatives contribute to these goals through climate action, sustainable infrastructure, sustainable cities, responsible consumption and production, and decent work.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

ICE 3neo trains
Volta Zero trucks
Hydrogen-powered buses
Innovative freight cars

Awards & Recognition

CDP A-List 2021 – Climate Change
trendence Award
German Prize for Online Communication
HR Excellence Award
Effie Germany Awards Bronze award

Reporting Period: 2021-01 to 2022-12

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:299,192 tCO2e/year (2021); 272,688 tCO2e/year (2022)

Scope 1 Emissions:1,962 tCO2e/year (2021); 1,874 tCO2e/year (2022)

Scope 2 Emissions:5,721 tCO2e/year (2021); 5,318 tCO2e/year (2022)

Scope 3 Emissions:291,509 tCO2e/year (2021); 265,496 tCO2e/year (2022)

Total Energy Consumption:34,863,197 kWh/year (2021); 29,484,075 kWh/year (2022)

Waste Generated:1807.46 tons/year (2021); 1416.61 tons/year (2022)

Carbon Intensity:0.0433 tCO2e/tonne of cargo (2021); 0.0413 tCO2e/tonne of cargo (2022)

ESG Focus Areas

Clean logistics
Thriving communities
Shared values

Environmental Achievements

13 out of 17 cross-dock terminals relied solely on energy from renewable sources by the end of 2022.
Reduced Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions compared to 2021.
Launched a low-emission air connection between Frankfurt and Shanghai using sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 20,250 tonnes in 2022.
Pre-sale deal for 1,500 electric trucks in Europe.

Social Achievements

Organized 205 volunteering projects as part of the Helping Time program in 2021-2022.
86% submission rate in the 2022 employee satisfaction survey, with an overall engagement index of 69.
Implemented a remuneration policy aligned with market medians and performance reviews.
Offered various non-salary benefits, including life and health insurance, private medical care, and a benefits cafeteria.

Governance Achievements

No cases of non-compliance with law or regulations, corruption, or anti-competitive behavior recorded in 2021-2022.
Implemented anti-corruption training for Management Board members in 2022.
Established a 24/7 online incident reporting system.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Carbon neutrality by 2040

Environmental Challenges

Physical risks from extreme weather events impacting business processes and infrastructure.
Transition risks from government regulations and rising emission allowance prices.
Increased demand for electrical energy leading to dependence on energy prices.

Mitigation Strategies

Transitioning towards renewable energy sources, electricity, and hydrogen.
Providing Scope 3 emission reduction solutions.
Implementing measures to reduce energy and water consumption in logistics facilities.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

Code of Conduct for Business Partners; consideration of environmental impact in supplier selection; purchasing groups for carriers.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

Extreme weather events, damage to infrastructure

Transition Risks

Government regulations, rising emission allowance prices

Opportunities

Transition to renewable energy, development of low-emission solutions

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards 2021

Third-party Assurance: Bureau Veritas

Sustainable Products & Innovation

Econeutral shipping options; sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for air freight.

Awards & Recognition

Golden CSR Leaf (2021, 2022)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

Clean Logistics
Thriving Workplace
Trusted Supply Chain

Environmental Achievements

Launch of first 68-ton battery electric HCT truck in Finland
Introduction of 28 electric parcel vans in Stockholm
Increased number of solar panels
Offering sustainable fuel to all air and ocean freight customers
Purchased approximately 12,000 tons of SAF, avoiding over 40,000 tons of CO2
Committed to 17,000 tons of marine biofuel with shipping companies MSC, CMA-CGM and Hapag-Lloyd (a 600% increase compared to the previous year).

Social Achievements

Held a Town Hall meeting inviting all Nordic employees to learn about sustainability work
Launched a Nordic Sustainability film
Prioritized gender equality and employee health and well-being

Governance Achievements

Became a Nordic cluster, strengthening sustainability work and knowledge sharing
Implemented a new system for registering incidents in Norway
Strong focus on reporting observations in the work environment in Finland
High focus on incident reporting in Sweden, leading to a record number of incidents and observations registered

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

DB Schenker’s global goal is to be carbon neutral by 2040 (Scope 1-3)

Medium-term Goals:

DB Schenker’s global goal is to be carbon neutral by 2040 (Scope 1-3)

Short-term Goals:

Schenker Åkeri to switch to 100% electric parcel vans by 2025
Norway to be carbon neutral by 2027

Environmental Challenges

High inflation and economic recession reducing willingness to invest
Disruptions in the Red Sea affecting ocean freight business
Wars in Ukraine and Gaza strip negatively affecting environment and climate
Limited range of electric vehicles in cold weather
Commercial competitiveness of electric trucks for distribution traffic is too low
Lack of electric products on the market for long-distance vehicles (26 tons)

Mitigation Strategies

Merger of country organizations to strengthen sustainability work and best practice sharing
Close collaboration with hauliers to share knowledge and find solutions
Investment in innovation projects to find new sustainable solutions
Using biofuel as a bridge technology for heavy vehicles
Thorough analysis of biogas infrastructure for possible investment
Participation in projects like E-Charge and HCT to drive the transition forward

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Regular supplier evaluations and audits are conducted.

Responsible Procurement

Compliance with UN Global Compact principles
DB Code of Conduct for Business Partners
Selection of products made from renewable materials and easy-to-recycle products
Assessment of production methods and transport distances

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 (Schenker Oy)

Third-party Assurance: PwC

UN Sustainable Development Goals

The report aligns with several UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), including those related to affordable and clean energy, decent work and economic growth, industry, innovation and infrastructure, sustainable cities and communities, responsible consumption and production, climate action, and partnerships for the goals.