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Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2007, 2011)
Reporting Period: 2007
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)
- Energy Efficiency
- Carbon Emissions Reduction
- Renewable Energy
- Environmental Sustainability
- Community Investment
Environmental Achievements
- AIB Group's 'Add More Green' campaign
- Diageo Ireland's carbon offsetting and switch to renewable energy
- IBM's waste reduction program
- Glanbia's focus on energy management
- ESB's investment in renewable energy and network enhancement (€3.5 billion in 5 years, €1 billion/year planned)
- Introduction of 'green aircraft' by Aer Arann with 70% lower fuel consumption
Social Achievements
- Business in the Community Ireland (BITCI) report highlighting Irish companies' social and community projects
- Increased employee well-being due to reduced commuting (example of internet search engine company)
Governance Achievements
- Not disclosed
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve 33% renewable electricity generation by 2020 (government target)
Short-term Goals:
- Achieve 20% energy savings by 2020 (national target)
Environmental Challenges
- High energy costs (€2 billion spent by Irish businesses in 2007)
- Dependence on oil and gas
- Exceeding Kyoto Protocol targets
- Lack of infrastructure for biofuels
- Reluctance of consumers to adopt alternatives to oil
- Increasing international travel's environmental impact
Mitigation Strategies
- National Energy Efficiency Action Plan (aiming for 20% energy savings by 2020)
- Investment in on-site renewable energy technologies
- Government grants for renewable energy systems (Greener Homes Scheme)
- Carbon Disclosure Project (CDP) encouraging companies to report and reduce emissions
- Introduction of Vehicle Registration Tax (VRT) based on CO2 emissions
- Banning of traditional light bulbs
- Increased energy efficiency in buildings (Building Energy Rating directive)
- Use of biofuels (wood pellets, ethanol)
- Development of energy-efficient buildings and technologies
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Not disclosed
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of renewable energy technologies
- Growth of green businesses
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Wood pellet boilers
- Solar panels
- Heat pumps
- Green aircraft
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2011
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Sustainability
- Social Responsibility
- Economic Viability
Environmental Achievements
- Not disclosed
Social Achievements
- Not disclosed
Governance Achievements
- Not disclosed
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Lack of financial capital for long-term environmental investments
- Difficulty in making products without causing environmental harm
- Disposal of non-recyclable products
Mitigation Strategies
- Investing in sustainable technology and business practices to generate returns for shareholders and protect the environment
- Common Threads Recycling Program to recycle 90% of products
- Exploring ways to repurpose or reuse non-recyclable products
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Not disclosed
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed