SW Umwelttechnik Stoiser & Wolschner AG

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022, 2023)

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:8714.75 tCO2e (Scope 1+2)

Scope 1 Emissions:5473.83 tCO2e

Scope 2 Emissions:3240.92 tCO2e

Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed

Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed

Total Energy Consumption:7057051 kWh

Water Consumption:49.47 ML

Waste Generated:798 m³ non-recyclable; 8653 m³ recyclable

Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

Efficient (re-)use of resources & waste management
Water consumption and pollution
Energy efficiency & reduction of greenhouse gas emissions
Fair business practices
Sustainable supplier management
Health and safety
Training and further education of employees
Employee satisfaction & long-term employee retention
Equal opportunities and equal treatment

Environmental Achievements

Reduction of fresh concrete waste at all locations by reusing it directly in formwork to produce simple products.
Four additional PV systems commissioned in 2022, significantly increasing energy generation from solar power.
First steps taken towards implementing EPDs (Environmental Product Declarations).

Social Achievements

88% of the workforce benefited from additional salary components in 2022.
Expansion of trainee programs in all countries in 2022.

Governance Achievements

Creation of a group-wide Code of Conduct in three language versions in 2022. External publication and internal training planned for 2023.
No corruption incidents occurred in 2022.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:

Not disclosed

Medium-term Goals:

Produce 6 GWh of electricity from self-generated renewable sources by 2027 (75% of 2022 demand).
Increase the share of vehicles powered by renewable energies/green fuel to 30% of the total fleet by 2030.
Develop measures to increase the proportion of women in technical professions at the group and industry level by 2023.

Short-term Goals:

Reduce fresh concrete waste to 0.5% by 2030.
Implement a waste management system at all nine locations by 2023.
Evaluate 20% of suppliers based on social and ecological aspects by 2023.
Create a group-wide employee satisfaction concept by 2023.

Environmental Challenges

Heterogeneous framework conditions in different countries.
Finding employees and positioning SW Umwelttechnik as an attractive employer.
Complex and comprehensive planned requirements in the ESG area.
Ensuring the availability of information about the origin and supply chains of reinforcing steel.

Mitigation Strategies

Unified strategy adapted to local conditions.
Modern and appreciative corporate culture, emphasis on training and employee satisfaction, communication via social media.
Viewing sustainability as an opportunity for innovation, employer attractiveness, and contribution to a livable future.
Development of a system for the standardized evaluation of suppliers.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

Focus on long-term and stable relationships with local suppliers; short transport routes for regionally sourced raw materials.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

Not disclosed

Transition Risks

Not disclosed

Opportunities

Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI (G4, Core option)

Certifications: ISO 9001; ISO 14001 (Hungary and Romania)

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

UHPC products (e.g., drain pipes); products for wastewater treatment and purification; long-lasting concrete products for water protection.

Awards & Recognition

Not disclosed

Reporting Period: 2023