Climate Change Data

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