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