Climate Change Data

SEAT, S.A.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Energy Consumption:349,912 MWh
Water Consumption:944,581 m3

ESG Focus Areas

  • Decarbonisation
  • Circular Economy
  • Preservation of Ecosystems
  • Partner of society
  • People-orientated
  • Diversity
  • Responsibility in the supply chain
  • ESG factors and transparency
  • Data protection and product safety
  • Corporate responsibility

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced water consumption by more than 234,907 m3 per year through various measures.
  • Installed a new 100% electric cathodic electrodeposition (CED) oven in Martorell, cutting energy consumption by 25% and saving 2,500 tons of CO2 each year.
  • Commissioned the first lorry using liquefied biomethane, cutting CO2 emissions by 90% on the Maçanet-Martorell route.
  • Brought the third duotrailer into operation, cutting net CO2 emissions by up to 90% using biodiesel.
  • SEAT al Sol 2 project agreement signed for installation of over 39,000 new solar panels.
  • Saved 8.4 tons of plastic and 19.6 tons of cardboard through Zero Waste Logistics initiatives.
  • First car manufacturer to use Blue LABEL by BORGERS® material made from recycled sea plastics.

Social Achievements

  • Collaboration agreement with Hospital Clínic in Barcelona, providing three vehicles for home hospitalization service.
  • Continued collaboration with the Fight against Infectious Diseases Foundation and Blood and Tissues Bank.
  • Prioritized physical and mental health of workforce through CARS and mental health programs.
  • Promoted Smart Working model and digital disconnection policy to improve work-life balance.
  • Launched the Practical Guide to Inclusive Communication.
  • Signed the 2nd Equality Plan, including measures for gender equality and work-life balance.
  • Achieved lowest accident rate in company history.

Governance Achievements

  • Maintained AENOR certification for criminal compliance and anti-bribery management systems (UNE 19601 and ISO-UNE 37001).
  • Adapted whistleblower system to Act 2/2023 requirements.
  • Launched mandatory integrity training for management and leadership positions.
  • Updated course on Code of Conduct, integrity, and whistleblower system.
  • Completed implementation of Together 4 Integrity (T4I) program.
  • Conducted Compliance Dialogues with business partners.
  • Carried out external audits on several business partners.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce CO2 emissions by 50% by 2030 (compared to 2018 levels).

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain disruptions due to the semiconductor crisis, the war in Ukraine, and other global factors.
  • Shortages of key raw materials such as nickel, palladium, and aluminum.
  • Global geopolitical instability causing uncertainty.
  • Energy crisis impacting the sector.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implemented ERTE furlough schemes to protect jobs.
  • Developed a strategy based on nine specialized working groups to adapt purchasing processes to challenges.
  • Centralized procurement management for the Small BEV project.
  • Increased profitability and strengthened the business model.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Suppliers must have a positive sustainability score (S-rating).

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Certifications: ISO 45001, UNE 19601, ISO-UNE 37001

Third-party Assurance: EY

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
  • 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
  • 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
  • 13 (Climate Action)

The company's initiatives contribute to these goals through electrification, circular economy practices, and reduced emissions.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Ibiza and Arona Marina Pack using recycled materials.

Awards & Recognition

  • European Sport & Healthy Company award (Gold)
  • Top Wellbeing Company award