Nobina AB
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-03 to 2022-02, 2022-03-01 to 2023-02-28)
Reporting Period: 2021-03 to 2022-02
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:183,809 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:61,165 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:10,507 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:112,137 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:82%
Water Consumption:192,914,400 m3/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate change
- Diversity and inclusion
- Work environment
- Sustainable supply chain
- Anti-corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Increased renewable fuel share to 82% (81% in 2020/21)
- 81% of drivers using eco-driving
- ~400 electric buses in service (increasing to 600 in 2022)
Social Achievements
- Launched inclusive leadership training for 550 managers and key employees
- Participation in CEOs for Diversity and Inclusion action programme
- Consistently 10–15 percent higher customer satisfaction than competitors in Nobina Care
Governance Achievements
- Zero cases of corruption reported or identified in internal audits
- Updated Supplier Code of Conduct with stricter demands on social topics and human rights
- Well-established whistleblower function
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce CO2e emissions per driven person-kilometre by at least 46% by 2030/31 (2019/20 as base)
- 100% renewable fuel consumption by 2030
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Pandemic impact on employee well-being and sick leave
- Supply chain disruptions (implied)
- Increased fuel prices
Mitigation Strategies
- Protective glass shields installed on buses
- Revised driver introduction course
- Active contract management and dialogue with PTAs
- Proactive work in marketing and developing attractive public transport solutions
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Number not specified, but increasing due to electric bus purchases
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct (based on UN Global Compact, UN SDGs, UN Universal Declaration of Human Rights, ILO Declaration)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events
Transition Risks
- Increased fuel prices
- Shortage of renewable fuels
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards: Core option
Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 39001, ISO 45001
Third-party Assurance: RevR12 (limited assurance)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
Initiatives contribute to these goals through job creation, sustainable transport solutions, and resource efficiency.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Electric buses
- Travis app
Reporting Period: 2022-03-01 to 2023-02-28
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:179,482 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:66,752 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:10,104 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:103,442 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:78%
Total Energy Consumption:955 million kWh/year
Water Consumption:176 million liters/year
Carbon Intensity:641 gCO2e/vehicle kilometer (2022/23)
ESG Focus Areas
- People
- Planet
- Society
Environmental Achievements
- 78% of fuel consumption was renewable.
- 71% of drivers used eco-driving, reducing CO2 emissions by 11,600 tonnes.
- Approximately 700 electric buses in operation (20% of the fleet).
Social Achievements
- Continued participation in forums promoting gender equality in the transport industry.
- New ways to cooperate with job centers, municipalities, schools, and stakeholder groups.
- Developed new leadership criteria emphasizing coaching and support.
Governance Achievements
- Zero cases of corruption reported or identified in internal audits.
- No significant cases of non-compliance with laws and regulations.
- Internal Code of Conduct ('We are Nobina') implemented.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Reduce CO2 emissions per passenger kilometer by at least 46% by 2030-31 (compared to 2019-20)
Medium-term Goals:
- 100% renewable fuel consumption by 2030
- 90% of drivers using eco-driving by 2030
- At least 40% female managers by 2027/28
- At least 40% female drivers by 2032/33
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce short-term sick leave below 2.1%
Environmental Challenges
- Shortage of staff impacting operations and sick leave.
- Increased emissions per kilometer due to fuel switch in Norway.
- Risks associated with lithium and cobalt mining in the electric bus supply chain.
Mitigation Strategies
- Proactive work with recruitment and more attractive shift schedules.
- Working with PTAs to identify solutions to reduce emissions.
- Targeted supplier audits to address human rights concerns in the supply chain.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Conduct for suppliers
- Supplier Risk Self Assessment
- Audits and site visits by independent party
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events impacting operations and supply chain
Transition Risks
- Increased demand for renewable fuels outstripping supply
- Higher carbon dioxide taxes
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001
Third-party Assurance: Öhrlings PricewaterhouseCoopers AB (limited review)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth
- Goal 12: Responsible consumption and production
- Goal 11: Sustainable cities and communities
Nobina's contributions to these goals are detailed within the report.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Electric buses
- Hydrogen-hybrid buses (pilot project)