ZONIN1821 Group
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:5.718 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2 Location based)
Scope 1 Emissions:2.646 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:3.072 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:9%
Total Energy Consumption:82.263 GJ/year
Water Consumption:566.480 m3/year
Waste Generated:1.210 tons/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Social
- Governance
- Product and supply chain
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced waste generated in 2023 compared to previous years (1.210 tons vs. previous years)
- Castello di Albola's output is now entirely organic
- Rocca di Montemassi increased its percentage of bottled organic wine to 53%
- 9% of electricity consumption is derived from renewable sources (solar panels)
Social Achievements
- 3,765 hours of training provided by the Zonin1821 Group
- Supported 5 thesis students to promote a culture of sustainability
- Organized 5 lectures at universities to share corporate culture
- Implemented various welfare initiatives and additional benefits for its employees
Governance Achievements
- Formalized the Group’s Sustainability Governance Team
- Implemented Model 231 and Code of Ethics
- No proven complaints concerning violations of customer privacy and/or loss of company data in the last three years
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Appointment of a member of the Board of Directors with responsibility for Sustainability by 2026
- Increase the use of energy from renewable sources by 2025
- Define policies/procedures and implement initiatives for responsible management of water resources by 2025
Short-term Goals:
- Formalize the Group’s Sustainability Governance Team by 2024
- Develop policies and procedures for responsible procurement by 2024
- Launch of the ‘Great place to work’ certification process by 2024
Environmental Challenges
- 2023 was a particularly challenging year for the wine sector due to inflation, international political instability, and evolving consumer preferences
- Adverse weather conditions negatively impacted wine production in Italy (dry winter, hailstorms, floods, and heavy rainfall)
- Decline in domestic and international wine demand
Mitigation Strategies
- Minimized risks inherent in the uncertain context through brand value, marketing activities, and a strong sales network
- Implemented advanced systems to monitor and optimize temperatures in production, improving product quality and energy efficiency
- Adopted new stabilization techniques to reduce energy consumption
- Implemented advanced initiatives to monitor and reduce agricultural diesel emissions
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Rigorous sustainability criteria
- Compliance with quality standards and current regulations
- Preference for local suppliers (96% in Italy)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Increased severity of extreme weather events
- Changes in precipitation patterns
- Increase in average temperatures
- Rise in sea level
Transition Risks
- Regulatory risks
- Technological risks
- Market risks
- Reputational risks
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI
Certifications: ISO 9001, BRCGS Global Standard for Food Safety, IFS Food, EQUALITAS (Castello di Albola and Rocca di Montemassi), Organic
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
- Goal 4: Quality Education
- Goal 5: Gender Equality
- Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- Goal 13: Climate Action
- Goal 15: Life on Land
- Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals
ZONIN1821’s sustainability values align with these SDGs
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Cuvée Zero
- Limoneto Spritz
- Coastal Lemon Spritz
- Orange-Cran Riviera Spritz
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed