Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Economic Performance
• Environmental Management
• Social Responsibility
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Zero incidents of environmental non-compliance
• Reduced energy intensity by 5% compared to 2019
• Reduced emissions intensity by 6.5% compared to 2019
• Reduced water withdrawal intensity by 9% compared to 2019

Social Achievements

• Zero cases of discrimination for the second consecutive year
• JOD 30 million donation to local communities to lessen the repercussions of the COVID-19 pandemic
• Reduced employee turnover rate by 4% compared to 2019
• Reduced recordable work-related injury rate by 6% compared to 2019

Governance Achievements

• Received ISO 45001 certificate for occupational health and safety management
• Implemented several policies recommended by the Corporate Governance Committee
• Established several management committees to oversee various aspects of sustainability

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• COVID-19 pandemic and associated lockdowns and restrictions
• Water scarcity in Jordan
• Increased global supply of potash compared to demand
• Decline in the net selling price of potash

Mitigation Strategies

• Developed a robust Management Response Plan (MRP) to navigate the challenges of the COVID-19 pandemic
• Developed a 10-year Water Strategy to reduce water consumption
• Implemented cost optimization measures to offset the decline in potash prices
• Expanded sales to new markets and customer segments

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier evaluation process considering safety and environmental requirements

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards: ‘Core’ option

Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 50001:2018

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Alignment with UN SDGs mentioned, but specific goals and explanations are not detailed.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• King Abdullah II ibn Al Hussein Order for Distinction of the First Degree
• IFA Gold Award for Excellence (three consecutive years)
• IFA Industry Stewardship Champion

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Economic Performance
• Environmental Stewardship
• People Centricity

Environmental Achievements

• Zero non-compliance incidents in the past 3 years
• 22% decrease in energy intensity compared to 2019
• 22% reduction in emissions intensity compared to 2019
• 10% water reduction in water withdrawal compared to 2019
• 25% reduction in waste generation compared to 2019
• Increased reservoir storage capacity by 44% to 160,000 m3

Social Achievements

• Received OHS Excellence Award
• Achieved zero fatalities for 5 years in a row
• Decreased Lost Time Injury rate by 52% compared to 2020
• Delivered health and safety training for 317 employees and achieved 1000+ training participation record for internal trainings
• Delivered safety awareness courses for more than 5,100 contractor workers in 2022 (13% increase compared to 2020)
• JOD 5,000,000 invested in CSR initiatives in 2021
• Increased female employee retention by 20% compared to 2020 and 2019
• Delivered local community trainings for more than 100 participants across 30 key topics

Governance Achievements

• No reports on governance violations in 2021
• 96% of Board goals achieved, 100% of Board Committees goals achieved in 2021

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Supply chain disruptions due to the COVID-19 pandemic
• Increased costs of shipping and logistics
• Increased demand for basic commodities
• Global manpower shortages
• Inefficiencies in streamlining logistics
• Water scarcity

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented a Management Response Plan (MRP) to address COVID-19 risks
• Improved supply chain logistics to optimize shipping and transportation
• Increased production to meet global demand
• Developed a water strategy to rationalize water consumption and diversify water resources
• Rehabilitation and reinforcement of perimeter dikes to reduce seepage
• Upgrades to wastewater treatment units to enhance treated water usage

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct
• Supplier evaluation process considering safety and environmental requirements
• E-supplier portal

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Water scarcity

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products
• Diversification of energy sources

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Sustainability Reporting Standards - Core option

Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 17025:2017, ISO 9001:2015, ISO 50001:2018, IFA Protect and Sustain certified, Jordan Quality Certificate (JQM), AQIS protocol compliant, SNI compliant

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Red standard potash

Awards & Recognition

• King Abdullah II Ibn Al Hussein Order for Distinction
• IFA Product Stewards Excellence Gold Award
• OHS Excellence Award
• Best Jordanian product in the chemical and plastic industries sector

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental Stewardship
• People Centricity
• Thriving Future

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced energy intensity by 20% compared to 2019.
• Reduced emission intensity by 18% compared to 2019.
• Reduced water withdrawal by 7% compared to 2019.
• Increased water reservoir capacity by 44%.

Social Achievements

• 25% decline in Lost Time Injury rate compared to 2020.
• JOD 7 million invested in CSR initiatives.
• 18,499 hours of collective training provided to employees.
• Zero discrimination incidents recorded in 2022.

Governance Achievements

• Zero governance violations reported in 2022.
• 98% of Board goals achieved.
• 100% of Board Committees goals achieved in 2021.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• High price of electricity and scarcity of water.
• Fluctuations in fertilizer prices due to global conflicts and economic pressures.
• Supply chain disruptions.
• Vulnerability to natural disasters (floods, earthquakes).

Mitigation Strategies

• Implemented measures to ensure efficient and reliable energy supply (natural gas, HRSG, emergency generator).
• Developed a water strategy including drilling new wells, increasing storage capacity, and utilizing alternative water sources.
• Implemented business continuity plan.
• Developed an administrative response plan with a comprehensive evaluation model.
• Ongoing dike maintenance and reinforcement.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct
• Supplier evaluation process considering safety and environmental requirements
• Online supplier registration portal
• I-sourcing system for automated bidding.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Flooding

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI 2021 Sustainability Reporting Standards, UN SDGs, Amman Stock Exchange Guidance on Sustainability Reporting

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 50001:2018, ISO 17025:2017

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• 2022 IFA Green Leaf Award (2nd place)
• 2022 IFA Industry Stewardship Champion label

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental Stewardship
• People Centricity
• Robust Governance

Environmental Achievements

• 18% decrease in overall emissions intensity compared to 2019 baseline
• 4.4% decrease in specific water consumption compared to 2022 despite increased production
• Initiated licensing for 50 MWp solar plant wheeling project
• Installed 0.587 MWp solar system
• Reduced energy intensity by 22% compared to 2019 baseline
• Maintained zero environmental non-compliance incidents for five years

Social Achievements

• 92% employee satisfaction rate
• 54% reduction in Lost Time Injury rate compared to 2022
• 20,654 hours of employee training
• JOD 7 million invested in CSR initiatives
• 430 university scholarships overseen

Governance Achievements

• Zero instances of reported governance violations
• Established a dedicated Sustainability Unit
• Awarded Silver Medal by EcoVadis

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Global supply chain disruptions due to the Russian-Ukrainian war and tensions in the Red Sea
• Volatility in fertilizer prices leading to a 40% decrease in potash sales value compared to 2022
• Water scarcity in Jordan
• High energy costs in Jordan

Mitigation Strategies

• Revised procurement manual to include leading industry practices and ethical and environmental considerations
• Expanded footprint by establishing a representative office in Brazil
• Developed alternative sourcing strategies for maritime shipping through the Red Sea
• Implemented measures to manage water consumption, including automation of water stations and installation of a surface water collection system
• Developed strategies to mitigate energy costs and boost sustainability, including feasibility studies for renewable energy sources

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct
• Procurement Policy
• Revised procurement manuals
• Procurement Annual Plan
• I-Supplier Portal
• I-Sourcing System

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI 2021 Sustainability Reporting Standards, UN SDGs, Amman Stock Exchange (ASE) Guidance on Sustainability Reporting

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 50001:2018, ISO 17025:2017

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Biodegradable water preservatives

Awards & Recognition

• Silver Medal by EcoVadis