Climate Change Data

Albaad

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

Reporting Period: 2020

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:37,010 tons CO2e (scope 1+2)
Renewable Energy Share:100% green energy sources in Albaad Germany
Total Energy Consumption:373,748 GJ
Water Consumption:581,482 m3
Waste Generated:17,249 tons

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • 12% decrease in total water consumption compared to 2018
  • 7% decrease in amount of water consumed per product in our wet wipes sites compared to 2017
  • 18% decrease in energy consumption per production unit in our wipes sites compared to 2017 baseline
  • 28% decrease in energy consumption per production unit in our FEM site compared to 2017 baseline
  • 24% decrease in GHG emissions per production in our FEM site compared to 2017 baseline
  • 20% decrease in GHG emissions per production unit in our wipes sites compared to 2017 baseline
  • 33% decrease in amount of wastewater discharge in 2020 vs 2019
  • 15% decrease in waste per production unit in our wipes sites compared to 2017 baseline
  • 16% increase in recycling rate in our FEM site compared to 2017 baseline
  • Zero waste to landfill in our European production sites
  • Albaad Germany was certified as a Climate Neutral company

Social Achievements

  • Development of Cleanitize Cleaning and Disinfecting Wipes and Safe & Soft Hand Sanitizing Wipes in response to the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Meeting increased demand for hygiene products during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • Implementation of employee protection measures during the COVID-19 pandemic (remote work, temperature scans, hand hygiene stations, etc.)
  • Membership in Sedex to ensure ethical business practices
  • Regular audits by clients to ensure compliance with social accountability policies
  • Increased monetary donations to non-profit organizations
  • Product donations of hygiene and personal care products
  • Partnership with "Hand for the Special Child" organization

Governance Achievements

  • Compliance with various quality, safety, and environmental certifications (ISO 9001, ISO 45001, ISO 14001, etc.)
  • Compliance with FDA and EPA regulations for products marketed in the US
  • Compliance with European regulations for products marketed in Europe
  • Implementation of a Code of Ethics

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Reducing water consumption per production unit by 2% at non-woven sites and 3% at wipe sites by 2023 (compared to 2017 baseline)

Environmental Challenges

  • COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on supply chains
  • Increased demand for hygiene products
  • Water scarcity in some locations
  • Reducing water and energy consumption
  • Reducing GHG emissions
  • Waste management
  • Logistics and transportation emissions
Mitigation Strategies
  • Development of new products to meet market needs
  • Measures to protect employee health and safety
  • Improved water management processes
  • Energy efficiency initiatives
  • Switching to renewable energy sources
  • Waste reduction and recycling programs
  • Optimized logistics and transportation routes

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Sustainable sourcing of raw materials
  • Long-lasting relationships with suppliers
  • Collaboration with suppliers on social and environmental issues
  • Use of sustainable palm oil

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: ISO 9001, OHSAS 18001 (ISO 45001), ISO 14001, ISO 22716, ISO 13485, BRC Standard for Consumer Products, Nordic Eco-labeling (Swan Label), Forest Stewardship Council (FSC™), Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil (RSPO), Natural and Organic Cosmetics certification (NATRUE), International Featured Standard for Household and Personal Care Products (IFS HPC), Charter for Sustainable Cleaning (AISE), ISO 16427 (Energy audits)

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Hydrofine flushable nonwoven
  • Cleanitize Cleaning and Disinfecting Wipes
  • Safe & Soft Hand Sanitizing Wipes

Awards & Recognition

  • Ökoprofit company

Reporting Period: 2022-2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:32,599 tCO2e (2023, market-based)
Scope 1 Emissions:11,465 tCO2e (2023)
Scope 2 Emissions:21,134 tCO2e (2023, market-based)
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:16% (2023)
Total Energy Consumption:408,457 GJ (2023)
Water Consumption:651,051 m3 (2023)
Waste Generated:11,418 tons (2023)
Carbon Intensity:0.13 tCO2e/ton of product (2023, market-based)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Waste Management
  • Production and Packaging Lifecycle
  • Sustainable Innovation
  • Product Quality and Safety
  • Occupational Health and Safety
  • Employee Development
  • Business Ethics
  • Local Regulatory Compliance

Environmental Achievements

  • 20% reduction in total GHG emission intensity vs. 2021 (market-based)
  • 100% phase-out of residual fuel oil in production
  • 16% renewable electricity
  • 41% reduction in landfill vs. 2021
  • 90% share of recyclable laminate in Albaad Germany in 2023 (up from 84% in 2022)

Social Achievements

  • 63% increase in average training hours per employee between 2021 to 2023
  • 83% employee performance and development reviews in 2023
  • 48% women in the workforce in 2023
  • 49% women representation in middle management positions in 2023
  • 67 internal promotions in 2023

Governance Achievements

  • New supplier code of conduct completed in Albaad Germany in 2023
  • Updated remuneration policy in January 2023
  • Albaad Germany certified as climate neutral by Climate Partner (2020-2023)

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce absolute scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 25% from a 2020 base year by 2030
  • Reduce absolute scope 3 GHG emissions by 25% from a 2020 base year by 2030
  • 15% reduction in waste to landfill intensity by 2030
  • 23% increase reuse and recycling rate by 2030
  • Water intake reduction: 20% in NW facilities, 5% on all others by 2030
  • >90% natural fiber content in sustainable & innovative products by 2030
  • 5 new sustainable developments annually by 2030
  • 6 products to undergo LCA by 2030
  • 100% recyclable packaging by 2030
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Increased water consumption due to customer demands, new production line construction, and increased production
  • Supply chain disruptions due to extreme weather events (implied)
Mitigation Strategies
  • Optimizing energy consumption
  • Transitioning to natural gas as primary fuel source
  • Installing solar PV systems and using geothermal energy
  • Improving waste separation efforts
  • Prioritizing local suppliers and strategically locating production sites

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Supplier selection incorporating CSR, ethical conduct, and environmental performance criteria; preference for suppliers with relevant certifications (ISO 9001, BRC, ISO 22716, HACCP, ISO 14001, ISO 10000, SEDEX); Supply Chain Sustainable Purchasing Survey; Code of Ethics shared with main suppliers.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather conditions (implied)
Transition Risks
  • Regulatory changes (implied)
Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, BRC, ISO 22716, HACCP, IFS, OCS, 21 CFR 820, ISO 13485

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • 3, 6, 7, 9, 12, 13

Commitment to public health and well-being; water management; sustainable energy consumption; sustainable innovation; responsible production; climate change mitigation.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Hydrofine® line (flushable nonwoven made from 100% natural, plant-based components); plastic-free nonwovens; organic cotton-based textiles.

Awards & Recognition

  • Maala ESG 'Platinum' rating (four consecutive years)