Orora Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023-06-30)
Reporting Period: 2023-06-30
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:255 ktCO2e (Scope 1) + 178 ktCO2e (Market-based Scope 2) + 87 ktCO2e (Location-based Scope 2)
Scope 1 Emissions:255 ktCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:178 ktCO2e (Market-based), 87 ktCO2e (Location-based)
Renewable Energy Share:80% (Australia)
ESG Focus Areas
- Circular Economy
- Climate Change
- Community
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced emissions by 12.98% (Location-based factors Scope 2) and 4.84% (Market-based factors Scope 2) from the FY19 baseline year.
- Achieved 38% recycled content (cullet) in glass, in line with the prior reporting period.
- Achieved 57% recycled content in the aluminium flat sheets and coils used to make our cans in FY23, in line with FY22.
- Averaged 57% recycled content in the manufacture of OPS’ corrugated board, an increase of 3% from FY22.
Social Achievements
- 74% of Orora’s 4,600+ team members responded to ‘The Voice of Orora’ engagement survey in March 2023. Results revealed a Group engagement score of 75% — 7% higher than general industry and manufacturing industry standard scores.
- Implementation of our FY23 — FY25 Global Health & Safety Strategy began.
- Orora Stay Safe rules were implemented across all operations.
- Developed new Critical Control checklists to enhance safety controls.
- Continued Unconscious Bias training in OPS for the direct reports of our senior leaders.
- 222 leaders and team members across Orora have attended culture shaping workshops to date.
Governance Achievements
- Completed review and implementation of recommendations from the Financial Stability Board’s Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD).
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net zero emissions by 2050 for Scope 1 and 2
Medium-term Goals:
- 40% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2035 for Scope 1 and 2 from FY19
Short-term Goals:
- 60% recycled content for Orora glass beverage containers by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Transitioning to a low carbon future is a challenge for all manufacturers and a driver of our Climate Change strategy.
- Margin was diluted by higher aluminium costs and other inflationary impacts passed through to customers.
- Experienced an increase in largely preventable, low severity injuries in FY23.
- One serious injury was regrettably recorded at our Glass facility.
Mitigation Strategies
- Commence building the oxygen plant at Gawler, as one of our integral carbon reduction initiatives.
- Continue our work with industry partners to assess the potential use of low carbon fuels to support reduced emissions.
- Continue making smart use of energy sources, increasing energy efficiency and expanding electrification.
- Deliver next stage of Stay Safe rules to drive SIF prevention and launch Critical Control checklists.
- Deploy further culture shaping workshops across Orora.
- Provide Harassment and Discrimination Prevention training at OPS.
- Extensive risk assessments have been undertaken and proactive controls implemented.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct and Ethics Policy
- Supplier Assurance Framework (SAF)
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather events affecting business operations
Transition Risks
- Changes in market, regulatory environment, technology, and customer preferences
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
- Increased demand for sustainable packaging
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: UNGC, TCFD
Certifications: FSC
Third-party Assurance: KPMG (Limited Assurance)
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Helio digital printing solution
- Eco-friendly, printable fabric from recycled PET bottles
- Fibre-based recyclable sleeves