Climate Change Data

National Agricultural Development Company (NADEC)

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

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:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:106,123,119 kWh
Water Consumption:2,293,200 cubic meters
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Responsibility
  • Social Impact
  • Corporate Governance
  • Responsible Products

Environmental Achievements

  • Adopted ISO 14001 Environmental Management System
  • 30MW solar power project reducing fuel consumption by 124,000 barrels per year and cutting emissions by 53 million kg annually
  • 14.34% reduction in water consumption intensity
  • Launched Waste Disposal Program and Zero Waste Journey

Social Achievements

  • Increased Saudi workforce to 764 employees (16.2% of total workforce), including 97 female national employees
  • Total workforce received 130,502 hours of training, averaging 26.22 hours per employee annually
  • Doubled the number of female employees at all levels
  • Achieved 28% Net Promoter Score reflecting continuous improvement in customer satisfaction

Governance Achievements

  • Established a centralized ERP system and enhanced technological infrastructure with cloud-based solutions and automation
  • Implemented a variety of initiatives to streamline and energize engagement, including product sampling, reimbursement programs, and new product introductions
  • Maintained and upheld robust ESG standards throughout our operations and across our supply chain
  • Adoption of intelligent technologies that leverage the power of Artificial and Machine Learning to optimize the efficiency of critical operations

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Water stress and food security concerns in Saudi Arabia
  • Climate change impacts on agriculture and food production
  • 33% of the country’s waste comes from food, resulting in SAR 40 billion in annual losses
Mitigation Strategies
  • Developing a formal sustainability strategy designed to deliver lasting value for all shareholders
  • Investing in the sustainability of our supply chains, our operations and our products, to drive the adoption of climate- resilient solutions and optimise resource use
  • Implementing innovative farming systems that use resources efficiently and reduce water consumption per kg of production
  • Implementing a wastewater treatment project in 2024

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 0

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Procurement Policy

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather conditions
  • Flooding
  • Drought
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Development of climate-resilient solutions

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, UN SDGs, Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) ESG Disclosure Metrics, Tadawul ESG disclosure guidelines, Saudi Vision 2030

Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 22000, ISO 17025, ISO 27001, FSSC 22000 V.5.1, SAUDI MADE, Halal, GLOBAL G.A.P, CERES

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Lactose-free milk
  • Hydration drink
  • Drinkable Greek yoghurt
  • Cooking sauces

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed