Kocaer Çelik Sanayi ve Ticaret A.Ş.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2022)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:66,265 tCO2e/year (total)
Scope 1 Emissions:43,242 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:23,023 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:31,104 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:33%
Total Energy Consumption:254,716 MWh/year
Water Consumption:405,293 m3/year (total)
Waste Generated:27,595 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Management Responsibility and Continuous Development
- Combating Climate Change and Environmental Responsibilities
- Investment in Human Resources and Social Responsibility
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved 33% renewable energy share from rooftop solar power plants (SPPs) by the end of 2021.
- Zero waste certification obtained.
- Installation of solar energy systems to meet approximately 30% of energy consumption from renewable and clean sources.
Social Achievements
- Established 7 social clubs for employees.
- Increased the number of women in management and senior management by 14.28% from 2020 to 2021.
- Provided 725 hours of environmental training to 725 employees in 2021.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented the "Kocaer Management and Excellence System-KYMS" for continuous improvement.
- Successfully completed a public offering in 2022.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net-zero emissions by 2050 (implied).
Medium-term Goals:
- Full implementation of KYMS by 2024.
- 100% renewable energy use by 2026.
- Full compliance with the EU Green Deal by 2026.
Short-term Goals:
- Increase white-collar female employees by 15% in 2022.
- Reduce water footprint by 5% in 2023.
- Achieve 90% customer satisfaction score.
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions due to the Covid-19 pandemic and global economic conditions.
- Climate change risks, including the need to adapt to the EU Green Deal and Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM).
- Ensuring a skilled workforce in a changing technological landscape.
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed alternative sourcing strategies and increased reliance on local suppliers.
- Implemented decarbonization targets, renewable energy investments, and circular economy initiatives.
- Provided training and development programs for employees, focusing on sustainability and digitalization.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier selection based on social and environmental criteria; regular evaluation and audit of suppliers; transparency in sharing evaluation results and improvement plans; training provided to subcontractors.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Drought
Transition Risks
- EU Green Deal, CBAM, carbon pricing
Opportunities
- Investments in renewable energy, decarbonization initiatives.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (Core option)
Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Products for solar energy infrastructure.
Awards & Recognition
- Productivity Project Awards (R&D category), İzmir Technology and Innovation Platform (İZTEK) R&D and Technology Awards, Global Steel Excellence Awards.
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:44,725 tCO₂e (Scope 1) + 14,254 tCO₂e (Scope 2) + 886,742 tCO₂e (Scope 3)
Scope 1 Emissions:44,725 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:14,254 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:886,742 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:33%
Total Energy Consumption:40,921,011 kWh/year
Water Consumption:370,567 m³/year
Waste Generated:17,930 tons/year
Carbon Intensity:0.110 in 2022
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- People
- Innovation
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved 33% renewable energy share from self-generated sources.
- Galvanizing plant awarded LEED Gold certification.
Social Achievements
- No problematic situations regarding the Code of Ethics identified.
- Various social responsibility projects undertaken (e.g., Ramadan food donations, earthquake relief).
Governance Achievements
- Completed a public offering, becoming a publicly traded company.
- Maintains ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 50001, and ISO 45001 certifications.
- Became a signatory of the UN Global Compact in 2023.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2053.
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce waste by 50% by 2035; reach zero waste by 2053.
- Recycle 50% of water used by 2035; 100% by 2053.
Short-term Goals:
- Meet 100% electricity consumption from renewable sources by 2025.
- Sustainable supply chain by 2035.
Environmental Challenges
- Global supply constraints, rising inflation and commodity prices, high energy costs, and regional conflicts.
- Delays in billet iron raw material supply due to the Russia-Ukraine war.
Mitigation Strategies
- Worked with approved suppliers, majority of which are local, to minimize supply chain disruptions.
- Implemented Billet Length Optimisation with Robotic Process Automation to increase resource efficiency.
- Implemented Contract Management projects to improve process excellence.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Performance evaluation of critical suppliers twice a year.
Responsible Procurement
- Raw Material Purchasing and Supply Procedure
- Billet Supplier Selection and Evaluation Instruction
- Inlet Quality Control Instruction
- Logistics Procedure
- Billet Technical Specification
- Supplier Evaluation Form
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- CBAM introduction
Opportunities
- Green production and energy independence
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, UNGC
Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO/IEC 27001, ISO 50001, ISO 45001, LEED Gold (galvanizing plant), Green Check
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 1
- SDG 2
- SDG 4
- SDG 6
- SDG 9
- SDG 11
- SDG 12
- SDG 13
The report details how various initiatives contribute to these goals.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Various innovative products under six new product categories
Awards & Recognition
- Innovation Leader Brand
- Aegean’s Largest Exporter (2018-2022)