Climate Change Data

Al-Dabbagh Group Holding Company Ltd.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Diversity & Inclusion
  • Governance
  • Resource Efficiency
  • Supply Chain Sustainability
  • Animal Welfare
  • Community Engagement

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced Scope 2 emissions by 10.76%
  • Sourced 2,762,852 kWh from renewable energy across all global operations
  • Achieved a 4.64% reduction in electricity consumption
  • Reduced electricity consumption by 13% compared to the previous year
  • Achieved 30% energy savings on grease mills by introducing VFDs on pump motors
  • Reduced total diesel consumption by 29%
  • Petrolube reduced its activity emissions by 85%
  • Reduced electricity intensity by 14%
  • Achieved a 7% and 11% reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions from the previous year
  • Increased recycled wastewater by 22.3% from the previous year
  • Reduced hazardous waste in KSA by 7%
  • FPS reduced its carbon footprint by 2,860 tCO2e
  • Tanmiah reduced electricity intensity by 14%
  • Tanmiah increased recycled wastewater by 46.2%

Social Achievements

  • Achieved a Great Place to Work score of 79%
  • Scored 83% for colleague satisfaction
  • 79% of colleagues received training on Human Rights & Business Ethics and Code of Conduct
  • Zero colleague fatalities recorded
  • 100% of customer complaints resolved
  • 6% point increase of female management colleagues in 2023 compared to the previous year
  • Introduced a new customer complaint management system in 2023, ensuring complaint resolution within 3 days
  • Offered 9 internship opportunities
  • Achieved a 33% increase in female colleague hires from previous year
  • 100% of colleagues received regular performance and career development reviews
  • Achieved a 1:1 female to male remuneration ratio for two consecutive years
  • Introduced mandatory Ethics and Code of Conduct training for all colleagues
  • 47,900 colleague training hours received in 2023. Averaging 14.8 hours per colleague
  • 100% of colleagues are trained in Human Rights and Ethical Standards
  • Increased local procurement spending in KSA by 321.31 million SAR from the previous year
  • Zero recorded fatalities in KSA and UAE operations
  • 14% of senior management and leadership roles are held by women
  • Tanmiah recorded a significant decrease in turnover by 7.17% as compared to 2022
  • Tanmiah achieved a 96% score in NSF Global animal wellness standard certification

Governance Achievements

  • Implemented new and enhanced data privacy and cyber security measures
  • Zero incidents of non-compliance
  • Established a Supplier Code of Conduct
  • Established a foundational framework for ESG risk assessments at the holding and group level
  • Zero data breaches
  • Security Maturity Score & Digital Maturity Score improved 2X in 2023
  • Introduced a new customer complaint management system
  • 100% of colleagues were trained on Anti- Corruption and Anti-Competitive policies
  • Zero data and cyber security breaches
  • Enhanced cyber security measures by upgrading to an AI-based Endpoint Detection and Response System

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Become the number one global halal sustainable healthy protein company by 2030 (Tanmiah)
Medium-term Goals:
  • Become one of the top 50 global innovative companies by 2030
  • Achieve net-zero emissions by 2030 (implied)
Short-term Goals:
  • Increase female representation across all four levels of the Group to a minimum of 35% by the end of 2024

Environmental Challenges

  • Complexities in managing subsidiaries
  • Heightened compliance requirements due to various jurisdictions
  • Challenges in accessing traditional financing sources
  • Global supply chain pressures
  • Water scarcity
  • Climate change impacts
Mitigation Strategies
  • Continuous revision and improvement of processes
  • Regular risk assessments
  • Implementing appropriate controls
  • Engaging with stakeholders
  • Building a sustainable and resilient supply chain
  • Implementing energy-efficient measures
  • Optimizing logistics and operational processes
  • Exploring and implementing more sustainable and efficient energy solutions
  • Implementing a comprehensive environmental policy
  • Developing strategic roadmaps to guide suppliers towards improvement
  • Transitioning from water chilling to air chilling
  • Implementing a waste-to-energy project

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier Code of Conduct
  • ESG screening of suppliers
  • Prioritization of local suppliers
  • Requirement for GFSI certifications (Tanmiah)

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather disruptions
  • Flash floods
  • Resource shortages
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and services
  • Clean technology investments

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: ISO 50001, ISO 27001, NSF Global animal wellness standard

Third-party Assurance: Internal assurance through departmental review and approval

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • WaterSafe (FPS)
  • FlexiGreen (FPS)
  • Eco Steam Car Wash (Petromin)
  • Omega-3 fresh chicken (Tanmiah)

Awards & Recognition

  • Gold EcoVadis Medal (FPS)
  • Great Place to Work Certification (FPS)
  • Excellent Service Provider (FPS)
  • Forbes Middle East Sustainability Leaders - Sustainability Leadership Award (Petromin)
  • PR Arabia - Best CEO (Automotive Sector) of the Year Award (Petromin)
  • Various awards for Petromin subsidiaries
  • Saudi Green Building Forum | Certificate of Appreciation (RSI)