Sermsuk Public Company Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2019, 2021, 2022, 2023, 2023-01-01 to 2023-09-30)
Reporting Period: 2019
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Sustainability
- Risk Management
Climate Goals & Targets
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Sustainability
- Environmental Responsibility
- Community Investment
- Employee Well-being
- Anti-corruption
Environmental Achievements
- Crystal CARE campaign demonstrating environmental responsibilities and sustainable use of resources (collecting, separating and disposing)
- Supporting a circular economy model
- Installation of an efficient production line in Surat Thani to reduce transportation costs and improve environmental sustainability
Social Achievements
- Covid-19 prevention measures, Covid-19 related health insurance coverage, as well as frequently proactive Covid-19 testing for all employees
- Donation of drinking water to 21 hospitals during the Covid-19 outbreak
- Donation to low-income communities in Bangkok
- CSR-DIW Award 2020 for the 13th consecutive year
- Providing employees who hold the position of supervisor onward with training on the code of conduct
Governance Achievements
- Established the policy on anti-corruption
- Corporate with or participate in anti-corruption activities of various organization
- Incorporated Thai Beverage Public Company Limited's anti-corruption policy into the Company’s policy
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Covid-19 pandemic critically affected business operations and consumer behavior
- Decrease in revenue from sales and services in 2020 due to the outbreak of Covid-19 pandemic
- Severe impacts on sales in restaurants caused from the government’s prevention measures of Covid-19
Mitigation Strategies
- Policy and overall performance to drive business operations for the year 2021 through a concept “Growing Sustainably, Rising Towards Digital Future”
- Shifting to a digital mode of operation to optimize work efficiency
- Focus on sales and profit making for sustainable growth and an increased profit
- Shifted focus towards retail stores, especially those in community areas
- Re-structured sales and services rendered to stores aiming to reduce a chance of getting Covid-19 infection by using the digital technology
- Reduced selling price for grocery stores, community malls and retail stores to distribute the products to communities in regional areas
- Arranged for its employees and business partners to get tested for Covid-19 and encouraged employees to get vaccinated
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Awards & Recognition
- The Most Powerful Brands of Thailand 2020 Award
- CSR-DIW Award 2020
- Silver Prize at Thailand Kaizen Award
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced carbon emissions according to corporate carbon footprint assessment.
- Improved water efficiency throughout the production chain, according to water footprint assessment.
- Received Gold Plus award for Eco Factory plus Social Value from the Department of Industrial Works.
Social Achievements
- Community development initiatives including conservation and restoration of ecosystems.
- Promotion of responsible consumption through product return and recycling programs.
- CSR – DIW Continuous Award for 14 consecutive years.
Governance Achievements
- Ethical business conduct.
- Data security and privacy protection for stakeholders.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Achieve Net Zero Emission by 2033 (aligned with ThaiBev's goal).
- Obtain Water Footprint Certificate for Crystal bottled water by 2023.
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions due to climate events and economic factors.
- Competition in the beverage market.
Mitigation Strategies
- Cost control in sales and marketing, and efficient production cost management.
- Implementation of Total Productive Management (TPM) to reduce production losses.
- Collaboration with ThaiBev group companies for experience and knowledge sharing.
- Establishment of new production lines in Surat Thani to reduce transportation costs.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 100% of new suppliers screened using environmental criteria in 2022; 100% of suppliers assessed for sustainability performance in 2023 (target).
Responsible Procurement
- Sustainable sourcing of raw materials; Supplier sustainability code of conduct (target for 2023).
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, Thai Listed Company Sustainability Reporting Guidelines
Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, FSSC 22000 version 5.1 (6 factories), ISO 22000:2018 (all 7 factories), Good Hygiene Practice(s) (GHPs), Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP)
Third-party Assurance: Lloyd’s Register International (Thailand) Limited
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
Initiatives contribute to reducing waste, promoting sustainable consumption, and responsible resource management.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Crystal bottled water with Water Footprint Certificate
- S Play salty lychee and S Play grape berry with added vitamins B6 and B12
- Reduced sugar content in S Cola and S Play
Awards & Recognition
- Gold Plus Eco Factory + SV award
- CSR – DIW Continuous Award (14 years)
- Silver Awards (Junior Manufacturing) from Thailand Quality Prize 2022
- Excellent Quality Group Award from the 35th Thailand QC Fair
- 3 Thailand Kaizen Awards 2022
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced water consumption by 1.69%
- Reduced energy consumption by 8.22%
- Reduced GHG emissions (Scope 1 & 2) by 1.97%
- Various packaging innovations resulting in reduced material usage and GHG emissions
Social Achievements
- Launched various employee well-being initiatives
- Implemented a 360-degree employee evaluation system
- Conducted employee engagement surveys
- Community engagement programs (e.g., World Water Day activities, fish release program)
Governance Achievements
- Established clear policies and guidelines for good corporate governance
- Implemented anti-corruption measures
- Established a whistle-blowing system
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Achieve 30% rPET usage in bottles by 2026
- Reduce water consumption by at least 3% compared to 2022
Environmental Challenges
- Fluctuations in raw material prices (sugar, fructose syrup, PET resin, aluminum cans)
- Labor costs and workforce shortages
- Excise tax rates
- Fuel prices
- Climate change impacts (droughts, floods)
- Changing consumer behavior
- Maintaining free float in the stock market
Mitigation Strategies
- Securing raw material supplies in advance
- Improving operational efficiency and reducing labor costs
- Developing new health-focused products
- Optimizing logistics and transportation
- Implementing climate change mitigation strategies (solar rooftop installations, water conservation)
- Adapting to changing consumer preferences through innovation and marketing
- Monitoring and managing free float
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 100% of key suppliers audited for ESG risks in 2023
Responsible Procurement
- Sustainable sourcing policies requiring suppliers to adhere to environmental, social, and governance standards
- Collaboration with suppliers on innovation and sustainability initiatives
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Droughts
- Floods
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and processes
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Global Reporting Initiative (GRI), SET ESG Ratings
Certifications: ISO 14001:2015, Water Footprint Certificate
Third-party Assurance: KPMG Phoomchai Audit Co., Ltd.
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Crystal water in recycled PET bottles
Awards & Recognition
- CSR-DIW Continuous Award (15 years)
Reporting Period: 2023-01-01 to 2023-09-30
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Sustainability
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy consumption by 8.22%
- Increased use of clean energy from Solar Rooftop systems by 23.90%
- Reduced greenhouse gas emissions by 1.97%
- Reduced total waste by 947.47 tons
- Reduced water usage by 1.69%
Social Achievements
- Supported various social activities including community engagement in Phuket, collaboration with communities to improve living conditions, tree planting and dharma activities, and sea turtle release and beach cleaning initiatives.
- Provided anti-corruption training for supervisors and above.
Governance Achievements
- Rated Excellent in the Corporate Governance Report of Thai Listed Companies by the Thai Institute of Directors Association (IOD).
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net Zero emissions by 2040
- Zero Landfill by 2040
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Rising costs of raw materials (plastic resin)
- Maintaining profitability with a low Gross Profit Margin
- Addressing the needs of an aging population
- Managing cost reduction with wage increases
Mitigation Strategies
- Improving production processes and using modern machinery and technology to enhance efficiency and reduce production costs
- Developing a delivery system to streamline routes and reduce redundancy
- Using clean energy to reduce pollution
- Focusing on product quality and developing a diverse range of healthy beverages
- Implementing cost-saving measures in SG&A expenses
- Investing in improving production and distribution efficiency
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Strict policies on sourcing, covering customer management, responsible sourcing, efficient procurement, and developing fair and trustworthy partnerships.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: NSF International Standard (drinking water), FSSC 22000 (food safety), HALAL, Water Footprint certification from the Water and Environment Institute for Sustainability, CFP (Carbon Footprint of Products) labels for 65 products, CFR (Carbon Footprint Reduction) labels for 41 products
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Not disclosed
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed