Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Modern Slavery
• Human Trafficking
• Human Rights
• Supply Chain Sustainability

Social Achievements

• Vueling supported Spanish police in locating and arresting members of a human trafficking organization.
• No reports of modern slavery received through whistleblowing channels in 2020.
• 25 supplier audits completed, identifying 78 points requiring minor improvements in health and safety standards; corrective actions implemented.

Governance Achievements

• Launched a new Supplier Code of Conduct in 2020, prohibiting forced labor, child labor, human trafficking, and modern slavery.
• Modern slavery clauses included in new and renewed supplier contracts.
• Modern slavery guidance and procedures included in operating manuals; training provided to cabin and flight crew.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Risk of IAG services being exploited by human traffickers.
• Tens of thousands of suppliers globally, some potentially located in high-risk areas.
• Potential for modern slavery in supply chains.

Mitigation Strategies

• Continuous identification of high-risk supply categories and supplier visibility requirements.
• Annual supplier screening for legal, social, environmental, and financial risks.
• In-depth supplier audits using SMETA methodology.
• Mitigation plans implemented for high-risk suppliers.
• Modern slavery training for employees and clear reporting processes.
• Collaboration with authorities and airports to report suspected human trafficking.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 25 in 2020

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct
• Risk screening
• CSR Audits
• Joint programmes to promote sustainability initiatives
• Modern slavery clauses in contracts

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 8: Decent work and economic growth

IAG's sustainability programs draw links to nine UN SDGs, including Goal 8.