Climate Change Data

SICIT Group S.p.A.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2020, 2021, 2022, 2023)

Reporting Period: 2020

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:23,447 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 + Scope 2 Location-based)
Scope 1 Emissions:21,349 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:2,098 tCO2e/year (Location-based), 3,522 tCO2e/year (Market-based)
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:406,303 GJ/year
Water Consumption:239 million liters/year (withdrawal)
Waste Generated:14,312 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:0.89 tCO2/t of protein hydrolysate (Scope 1 + Scope 2 Location-based)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environment
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Decreased total energy consumption by 1% compared to 2019 (406,303 GJ vs 411,184 GJ).
  • Achieved a 31% decrease in electricity purchased from the grid compared to 2019 due to a cogeneration plant.
  • Installation of a photovoltaic system with a capacity of about 190 kWh in Arzignano.
  • Total emissions (Scope 1 and Scope 2 Location-based) decreased by 3.5% compared to 2019 (23,447 tCO2 vs 24,297 tCO2).
  • Reduction of more than 79% in tons of hazardous waste produced between 2020 and 2019.
  • 83% of materials used in 2020 came from recycling of animal by-products and other residues.

Social Achievements

  • Allocated over €730,000 to local communities in 2020 (€127,000 in 2019), a significant increase due to donations to hospitals in the fight against COVID-19.
  • Provided more than 1,380 hours of training in 2020.
  • No internal strikes and no disputes over corporate decisions.
  • Implemented smart working to support work-life balance during COVID-19 lockdown.

Governance Achievements

  • Approved six Group policies on sustainability, human rights, health and safety, environment, diversity, and anti-bribery in early 2021.
  • Obtained an ESG rating from Sustainalytics, ranking in the top 18% of the global chemical industry and top 8% in the agricultural chemicals segment (score of 27.8).

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Complete Carbon Footprint project and certification by September 2021.
  • Implement a cogeneration plant in the Chiampo plant by the end of 2021.

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain disruptions due to COVID-19 pandemic and temporary suspension of tanneries.
  • Reduction in the flow of material from tanneries in the second quarter of 2020.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Turned to new suppliers and used alternative raw materials.
  • Increased production of protein hydrolysate from animal hair.
  • Utilized existing stocks to offer customers full operation and supplies.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Criteria of conduct based on mutual loyalty, transparency, and collaboration.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards: Core option

Certifications: UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 (Sicit Chemitech S.p.A.), UNI EN ISO 14001:2015 (Chiampo and Arzignano plants)

Third-party Assurance: Deloitte&Touche S.p.A. (limited assurance)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 2 (Zero Hunger)

60% of revenues stem from biostimulants produced through waste recycling.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Biostimulants (100% biodegradable)
  • Animal fat for biofuel

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:26,144 tCO2 (Scope 1 and 2 Location-based)
Scope 1 Emissions:24,345 tCO2
Scope 2 Emissions:1,800 tCO2 (Location-based), 0 tCO2 (Market-based)
Renewable Energy Share:5.5%
Total Energy Consumption:457,447 GJ
Water Consumption:240 mega liters
Waste Generated:17,481 tons
Carbon Intensity:0.85 tCO2/t (Scope 1 and 2 Location-based)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environment
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Reached almost self-sufficiency for electricity consumption at the Arzignano site (around 95% of total consumption) through cogeneration and photovoltaic systems.
  • Reduced electricity purchase from the grid by around 71% between 2021 and 2019 for the Arzignano plant due to the cogeneration plant.
  • Obtained the CFP Systematic Approach certificate in accordance with the UNI EN ISO14067:2018 standard for protein hydrolysate products.
  • 98% reduction in pollutants emitted into the atmosphere at the Chiampo plant due to post-combustion plant.

Social Achievements

  • Allocated over EUR 0.3 million to local communities.
  • Provided more than 1,676 hours of training.
  • Introduced a loyalty bonus and a performance-based production bonus.
  • Implemented total or partial smart working for non-production employees.

Governance Achievements

  • Approved six Group policies on sustainability, human rights, health and safety, environment, diversity, and anti-bribery.
  • Obtained a Sustainalytics ESG rating of 24.6, confirming its position among the best chemical companies globally and in the agricultural chemicals segment.
  • Completed the takeover bid, resulting in a change in the chain of control.

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Installation of additional photovoltaic systems in Arzignano (300kWp) and Chiampo (160kWp).

Environmental Challenges

  • Greenhouse gas emissions (Sustainalytics identified this as a high-risk area).
  • Increase in waste produced in 2021 (up 22% compared to the previous year).
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implementation of cogeneration and photovoltaic systems to reduce energy consumption and emissions.
  • Continuous monitoring of greenhouse gas emissions and adherence to the Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Protocol.
  • Careful management and disposal of waste in compliance with regulations.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Promoting criteria of conduct based on mutual loyalty, transparency, and collaboration.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards: Core option

Certifications: UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 (Sicit Chemitech S.p.A.), UNI EN ISO 14001:2015 (Chiampo and Arzignano plants), ISO 45001:2018 (Chiampo and Arzignano plants), CFP Systematic Approach (UNI EN ISO14067:2018)

Third-party Assurance: Deloitte & Touche S.p.A. (limited assurance)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • SDG 2: Zero Hunger
  • SDG 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
  • SDG 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
  • SDG 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
  • SDG 13: Climate Action

SICIT's activities contribute to these goals through the production of sustainable agricultural products, the use of renewable energy, and the promotion of circular economy principles.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Biostimulants (100% biodegradable)
  • Retarders for plaster (100% biodegradable)
  • Animal fat for biofuel production

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:25,561 tCO2 (Scope 1 and 2 Location-based)
Scope 1 Emissions:23,583 tCO2
Scope 2 Emissions:1,978 tCO2 (Location-based), 0 tCO2 (Market-based)
Renewable Energy Share:6%
Total Energy Consumption:433,528 GJ
Water Consumption:269 megaliters
Waste Generated:20,082 tons

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environment
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • 5% decrease in total energy consumption compared to 2021
  • Installation of a 190 kWp photovoltaic plant at the Arzignano plant, producing about 262,000 kWh of electricity annually
  • Arzignano site became almost self-sufficient in electricity consumption (ca. 81% of the total consumed) due to the combined effect of the photovoltaic system and the cogenerator.
  • 81% recycled input materials used

Social Achievements

  • Resources allocated to local communities amounted to over EUR 0.6 million
  • Over 1,340 hours of training provided to employees
  • No instances of discrimination reported

Governance Achievements

  • Implementation of the “Stock option Plan 2022-2028”, aligning the interests of shareholders and managers
  • No significant cases of non-compliance with laws and regulations recorded in 2022

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • EcoVadis rating improvement from Bronze to Gold (2nd semester 2026)
  • 10% reduction in sludge produced per ton of semi-finished product (2nd semester 2026)
  • 15% reduction in ammonium bicarbonate purchased per ton of semi-finished product (2nd semester 2026)
  • 15% reduction in water discharge per ton of semi-finished product (2nd semester 2026)
  • 5% reduction in methane gas consumption per ton of semi-finished product (2nd semester 2026)
  • Join the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTI) (2nd semester 2026)
Medium-term Goals:
  • Definition of MBOs tied to the achievement of ESG objectives (2nd semester 2024)
  • Updating the existing risk management model with ESG risk factors (2nd semester 2024)
  • Definition of a welfare/well-being plan (2nd semester 2024)
  • Review of ESG-related policies (2nd semester 2024)
  • Extension of the UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 certified Quality Management System to SICIT Group S.p.A. (2nd semester 2024)
  • Implement a policy for selecting suppliers including decarbonization criteria (2nd semester 2025)
  • Identification of additional emission reduction targets (Scope 1, 2, 3) (2nd semester 2025)
  • Involvement of significant suppliers in the EcoVadis evaluation process (2nd semester 2025)
Short-term Goals:
  • Establishment of an internal sustainability committee (2nd semester 2023)
  • Identification of an ESG responsible (2nd semester 2023)
  • Inclusion of environmental aspects in the evaluation of new investments (2nd semester 2023)
  • Definition of a three-year training plan (2nd semester 2023)
  • Evaluation of the possibility of using recycled/reused material for packaging (2nd semester 2024)

Environmental Challenges

  • Potential environmental impacts from natural resource consumption (electricity, natural gas, water, raw materials) and emissions into the atmosphere (greenhouse gases and pollutants)
  • Managing risks related to the ineffectiveness of services provided by Sicit Chemitech S.p.A. Quality Control laboratory
Mitigation Strategies
  • Careful and responsible management of energy consumption
  • Implementation of an Environmental Management System certified according to UNI EN ISO 14001:2015
  • Continuous monitoring and management of environmental impacts to ensure compliance with regulations
  • Adoption of a quality management system in compliance with UNI EN ISO 9001:2015 by Sicit Chemitech S.p.A.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Take-back service for input raw materials from tanneries

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Certifications: UNI EN ISO 14001:2015, UNI EN ISO 9001:2015

Third-party Assurance: Deloitte & Touche S.p.A. (limited assurance)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Various SDGs mentioned in the report, but not explicitly listed

The company's sustainability plan aims to meet the expectations and interests of stakeholders and align with the 17 objectives of the 2030 Agenda (SDGs).

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Biostimulants and retarders for plaster (100% biodegradable)
  • Animal fat for biofuel production

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:24.968 tCO2eq
Scope 1 Emissions:24.949 tCO2eq
Scope 2 Emissions:2.281 tCO2eq (Location based), 19 tCO2eq (Market based)
Scope 3 Emissions:Information not available/incomplete
Renewable Energy Share:8%
Total Energy Consumption:402.783 GJ
Water Consumption:253 ML
Waste Generated:16.804 tons
Carbon Intensity:0.25 tCO2/€ thousand (2023)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environment
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Received a Platinum rating from EcoVadis platform.
  • Achieved a 14% reduction in the quantity of sludge produced per ton of semi-finished product in 2023.
  • Achieved a 32% reduction in the quantity of ammonium bicarbonate purchased per ton of semi-finished product in 2023.
  • Achieved an 8% reduction in methane gas consumption and emissions per ton of semi-finished product in 2023.

Social Achievements

  • Established a three-year training plan in 2023.
  • +145% increase in non-mandatory training hours per capita in 2023.
  • Implemented additional welfare initiatives for employees (fuel bonus, gift card, flexible entry times, holiday incentives).

Governance Achievements

  • Established an internal Sustainability committee.
  • Identified an ESG responsible.
  • Obtained ISO 9001:2015 certification at the level of the Italian perimeter in 2023.
  • Received a fourth ESG rating from Sustainable Rating Agency.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • EcoVadis rating improvement from Bronze to Gold (2nd half of 2026)
  • 10% reduction in sludge produced per ton of semi-finished product (2nd half of 2026)
  • 15% reduction in ammonium bicarbonate purchased per ton of semi-finished product (2nd half of 2026)
  • 15% reduction in water discharge per ton of semi-finished product (2nd half of 2026)
  • 5% reduction in methane gas consumption per ton of semi-finished product (2nd half of 2026)
  • Join the Science Based Target Initiative (SBTI) (2nd half of 2026)
Medium-term Goals:
  • Involvement of the most significant suppliers in the EcoVadis evaluation process (2nd half of 2025)
  • Implement a policy for selecting the most significant suppliers including the definition of a decarbonization path (2nd half of 2025)
  • Identification of additional direct and indirect emission reduction targets (Scope 1, 2) and identification of Scope 3 emission reduction targets (2nd half of 2025)
Short-term Goals:
  • Definition of MBOs tied to the achievement of ESG objectives (2nd half of 2024)
  • Update of the existing Group risk assessment model with incorporation of ESG risk factors (2nd half of 2024)
  • Review of the ESG-related policies in place (2nd half of 2024)
  • Assessment of the Group’s gender diversity maturity and further definition of an improvement plan (2nd half of 2024)
  • Formalization of a performance evaluation process (2nd half of 2024)
  • Feasibility study on a self-sufficiency project for electricity consumption (2nd half of 2024)
  • Evaluation of the possibility of using recycled/reused material (tanks and bags) for packaging (2nd half of 2024)

Environmental Challenges

  • Supply chain disruptions (implied due to global market conditions and material costs)
  • Managing environmental impacts (emissions, resource consumption).
Mitigation Strategies
  • Implemented new plants for osmosis and filtration to recover ammonium carbonate and calcium bicarbonate, reducing waste and water consumption.
  • Improved production facilities, resulting in reduced natural gas consumption.
  • Signed an agreement with Enel Energia for 100% renewable electricity (Italian perimeter).
  • Developing a new photovoltaic system at the Chiampo plant (planned for 2024).

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Commitment to implementing a policy of selection of the most significant suppliers that provides for the definition of a decarbonization path as part of the selection criteria.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Certifications: UNI EN ISO 14001:2015, UNI EN ISO 45001:2018, ISO 9001:2015, Bioagricert

Third-party Assurance: Deloitte & Touche S.p.A. (Limited Assurance)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Various SDGs are mentioned throughout the report in relation to specific objectives.

The report links various initiatives to the UN SDGs.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Biostimulants and retardants (100% biodegradable)
  • Animal fat (biofuel)

Awards & Recognition

  • EcoVadis Platinum