Fiat Chrysler Automobiles N.V.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2017, 2020)
Reporting Period: 2017
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:3.8 Million tons of CO2 (plants)
Renewable Energy Share:29% (electricity consumption)
Total Energy Consumption:48 Million GJ (plants)
Water Consumption:24.1 Million m3 (withdrawal)
Waste Generated:982,050 tons (total)
Carbon Intensity:0.413 tons CO2/vehicle produced (mass-market assembly and stamping plants)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 2.2 percent globally.
- Saved more than 2 billion m3 of water at FCA plants.
- Achieved carbon neutral status at the Jeep plant in Pernambuco, Brazil.
- FCA automotive plants in Italy and Brazil purchase 100 percent renewable energy.
- Implemented about 5,000 environmental projects at plants worldwide, resulting in €68 million in savings.
Social Achievements
- Employees volunteered thousands of hours to support social projects.
- Several third-party organizations recognized FCA's efforts in diversity and inclusion.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented a diversity policy for the Board of Directors.
- Offered training on conflict of interest, export controls, anti-corruption, anti-trust, and human rights to roughly 153,600 employees.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Actively pursue actions in support of the U.S. EPA/NHTSA industry goal of 54.5 mpg by 2025
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve 40% reduction in CO2 emissions vs 2006 for mass-market cars sold in Europe (2020)
- Achieve at least 5% to 15% improvement in fuel economy for major renewals of FCA US vehicles (2020)
- Reduce CO2 emissions by 30% vs 2008 on entire Maserati product range (2020)
- Maintain a wide offering of CNG models in Europe (2020)
- Reduce CO2 emissions by 32% vs 2010 at mass-market vehicle assembly and stamping plants (2020)
- Reduce energy consumed per vehicle produced by 30% vs 2010 (2020)
- Reduce water consumed per vehicle produced by 40% vs 2010 (2020)
- Maintain water recycling index over 95% at all FCA plants (2020)
- Reduce waste generated per vehicle produced by 14% vs 2010 (2020)
- Reduce hazardous waste generated per vehicle produced by 54% vs 2010 (2020)
- Achieve up to 98% waste recovery at Group plants (2020)
- Reduce VOC emitted per square meter painted by 25% vs 2010 (2020)
- Achieve Environmental (ISO 14001) and Energy (ISO 50001) certification for all Group plants (2020)
- Extend WCM program to 99% of Group plants (2020)
- Monitor CO2 emissions of 90-100% of top Group suppliers (2020)
- Evaluate all Tier 1 suppliers with potential exposure to high environmental or social risks (2020)
- Achieve top quartile competitive position for vehicle portfolio (2020)
- Achieve customer service levels in line with the Group’s best performing region (2020)
- Support customer experience within the dealer network (2020)
Short-term Goals:
- Demonstrate continued relevance of sustainability performance to financial and non-financial stakeholders through global and regional recognition (2020)
- Expand and innovate dialogue on sustainability topics (2020)
- Incorporate sustainability targets in individual performance goals (2020)
- Adopt, maintain and improve systems and processes designed to eliminate human rights-related risks (2020)
- Prevent and manage emerging risks to ensure business continuity (2020)
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions
- Climate change impacts (flooding, extreme weather)
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
- Cybersecurity risks
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed alternative sourcing strategies
- Implemented flood risk analysis at 189 Group sites
- Developed and tested methodology for detection and mitigation of supplier risks
- Completed a comprehensive cyber risk assessment
- Strengthened checklist risk items related to child labor, forced labor, and supply chain management
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 48 audits (2017)
Responsible Procurement
- FCA Code of Conduct
- FCA Sustainability Guidelines for Suppliers
- Supplier Sustainability Self-Assessment (SSSA) questionnaire
- Conflict-Free Smelter Program
- OECD Due Diligence Guidance for Materials
- AIAG Corporate Responsibility Steering Committee
- Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Flooding
- Extreme weather
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, AA1000
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 50001, OHSAS 18001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Good Health and Well-being
- Quality Education
- Gender Equality
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Clean Water and Sanitation
- Reduced Inequalities
- Affordable and Clean Energy
- Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Climate Action
FCA's material sustainability topics are aligned with the UN Sustainable Development Goals.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid
- 2018 Jeep Wrangler with eTorque mild hybrid system
- 2019 Ram 1500 with eTorque mild hybrid system
- Fiat Panda Natural Power
- Ram 2500 Heavy Duty CNG
Awards & Recognition
- 2018 Green Car Reports Best Car to Buy (Chrysler Pacifica Hybrid)
- Altair Enlighten Award (Chrysler Pacifica)
- Wards 10 Best Engines (3.6-liter Pentastar eHybrid)
- CDP Water A List
- Lean & Green Management Award (Verrone transmission plant)
- Top Score for LGBTQ Workplace Policies and Benefits (FCA US)
- Top Employer for Hispanic Women (FCA US)
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:2,913,000 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:16%
Water Consumption:15,751,000 m3/year
Waste Generated:635,875 tons/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Governance
- Responsible Sourcing
- Community Development
- Employee Well-being
- Product Safety
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced CO2 emissions in Europe by 41% vs 2006
- 75% of FCA’s Brazilian plants are Carbon Neutral
- Reduced CO2 emissions by 30% vs 2008 on entire Maserati product range
- All Group vehicles sold in Europe were 95% recoverable and 85% recyclable by weight
- Reduced CO2 emitted per vehicle produced by 13.5% vs 2010 at mass-market vehicle assembly and stamping plants worldwide
- Reduced energy consumption per vehicle produced by 8% vs 2010 at mass-market vehicle assembly and stamping plants worldwide
- Reduced water consumption per vehicle produced by 36% vs 2010 at mass-market vehicle assembly and stamping plants worldwide
- Reduced waste generated per vehicle produced by 60% vs 2010 at mass-market vehicle assembly and stamping plants worldwide
- Reduced hazardous waste generated per vehicle produced by 56% vs 2010 at mass-market vehicle assembly and stamping plants worldwide
Social Achievements
- Ranked for the third consecutive year in the Refinitiv Diversity & Inclusion Index in the global “Top 100 Most Diverse & Inclusive Companies”
- Launched the New Fiat 500, FCA's first 'born electric' car
- Strengthened the Responsible Sourcing program to gain greater transparency in the supply chain
- Approx. 870 employees volunteered worldwide to support local communities, devoting more than 4,500 hours during work time
- More than 32% of new hires were women
- Reduced Frequency Rate for the 14th consecutive year with 0.57 injuries per 1,000,000 hours worked
- Committed charitable resources for a value of about €4.6 million to support community development and welfare, including health programs
Governance Achievements
- Adopted a diversity policy for the Board of Directors
- Implemented a human rights self-assessment checklist as part of the standard internal audit process, with a coverage of 75% of the FCA workforce worldwide
- Implemented a comprehensive compliance program including Code of Conduct, training, and the Ethics Helpline
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic impact on production and operations
- Supply chain disruptions
- Climate change related risks (transition and physical risks)
- Regulatory changes and compliance requirements (diesel emissions)
- Maintaining a diverse and inclusive workforce
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented stringent health and safety protocols to protect the workforce and the continuity of operations during the COVID-19 pandemic
- Developed alternative sourcing strategies
- Implemented a robust risk management system to address climate-related risks
- Engaged in discussions with regulatory authorities to resolve differences over diesel emissions requirements
- Implemented various programs to promote diversity and inclusion
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: More than 600 sustainability assessment questionnaires submitted by FCA suppliers in 2020
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Conduct
- Sustainability Guidelines for Suppliers
- Sustainability Assessment Questionnaires (SAQ)
- Conflict Minerals Reporting Template (CMRT)
- Cobalt Reporting Template (CRT)
- OECD Due Diligence Guidance
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Flooding
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, ISO 26000, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 50001, OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 3 (Good Health and Well-being)
- Goal 5 (Gender Equality)
- Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
- Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
- Goal 12 (Responsible Consumption and Production)
- Goal 13 (Climate Action)
FCA's initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and actions related to health and safety, diversity and inclusion, renewable energy, sustainable manufacturing, responsible sourcing, and climate change mitigation.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- New Fiat 500 electric
- Jeep Compass 4xe
- Jeep Renegade 4xe
- Maserati Ghibli Hybrid
Awards & Recognition
- Refinitiv Diversity & Inclusion Index
- Latina Style's 2020 list of Top 50 U.S. companies for Latinas
- UNHCR 'Welcome - Working for Refugee Integration 2019' award