SCG Decor
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:304,133 + 37,534 = 341,667 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 & 2)
Renewable Energy Share:5.6% (electricity from solar energy)
Total Energy Consumption:4,783,210 + 6,065,753 + 1,105,460 + 1,176,841 + 552,388 = 14,683,652 GJ/year
Water Consumption:1.3 + 0.7 + 0.3 + 0.1 + 0.1 = 2.5 million m3/year
Waste Generated:4,792 + 22,614 + 542 + 349 + 9,747 = 38,044 tons/year (managed by external service providers)
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Circular Economy
- Water Conservation
- Occupational Safety
- Good Governance
- Community Development
- Human Rights
- Resource Efficiency
Environmental Achievements
- Increased alternative energy capacity by installing solar cells, reducing GHG emissions.
- Increased energy efficiency through waste heat recovery, reducing natural gas consumption by 161,830 GJ and CO2 emissions by 11,495 tons.
- Utilized biomass energy, reducing GHG emissions.
- Increased renewable resource usage (9% in Thailand, 7% in Vietnam, 25% in the Philippines, 11% in Indonesia).
- Developed Eco Terra products using recycled ceramic scraps and sediments, supporting circular economy.
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 24% compared to 2020.
Social Achievements
- Established a provident fund for employee retirement security.
- Provided comprehensive employee training programs (functional, leadership, skill development, safety, problem-solving, design thinking, digital skills, English skills).
- Implemented various CSR projects focusing on community development, education, healthcare, and cultural preservation.
- Collaborated with communities to develop products from excess materials, creating jobs and income.
- Maintained zero fatal accidents and low Lost Time Injury Rate (LTIR).
Governance Achievements
- Formulated and implemented ESG 4 Plus Policy focusing on Net Zero, Go Green, Lean, Reduce Inequality, and Embrace Collaboration.
- Established a stakeholder engagement policy.
- Implemented an anti-corruption policy.
- Implemented Human Rights Policy and Guidelines.
- Complied with relevant laws and international guidelines (UNGC, ILO).
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Achieve Net Zero Carbon Emission by 2050.
Medium-term Goals:
- Raise solar energy consumption to 15% by 2030.
- Raise EV percentage in fleet to 55% by 2030.
- Increase SCG Green Choice sales to 80% of total sales revenue.
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce GHG emissions by 25% by 2030 (from 2020 baseline).
Environmental Challenges
- Water supply variability due to climate change.
- Limited supply of raw materials for ceramic tile production.
- Potential for air pollution from production processes.
Mitigation Strategies
- Established a risk management panel to monitor water quantity and quality.
- Implemented water resource management guidelines.
- Embraced SCG’s 3Rs and Circular Economy principles to maximize resource efficiency and waste reduction.
- Implemented guidelines to reduce and prevent air pollution, monitoring air discharges to ensure compliance with standards.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Conduct
- Climate change considerations
- Human rights considerations
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Water supply variability
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: UNGC, ILO
Certifications: SCG Green Choice, Circular Economy, Green Label for Water-Saving Faucets & Devices, Water Efficiency Label for Bathroom Products
Third-party Assurance: SGS (Thailand) Limited
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Eco Terra products
Awards & Recognition
- Green Industry Project Awards
- SET Awards - Sustainability Excellence Category