Sims Limited
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2024)
Reporting Period: 2024
Environmental Metrics
Renewable Energy Share:100% at 110+ sites
ESG Focus Areas
- Decarbonisation
- Circularity
- Safety
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Community Engagement
Environmental Achievements
- 110+ sites use 100% renewable electricity (USA, Canada, UK, Germany, India, Netherlands, Ireland, Poland, New Zealand, Singapore and Australia)
- Reduction in Total Recordable Injury Frequency Rate since FY19 42%
Social Achievements
- Launched Commit To Care program, a globally consistent internal leadership training program receiving a 4.8 out of 5-star rating from employees
- Global efforts to improve the world around us during Earth Day and World Environmental Day
Governance Achievements
- MSCI ESG Rating AAA
- Recognised by Corporate Knights as the world’s most sustainable company
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Net zero emissions by 2050
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve 30% renewable energy by 2030
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce water consumption by 10% by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Challenging industry conditions due to tight supply of ferrous material and declining demand in some geographies
- Variable demand from customers, shortage of supply and increased buy-side competition in the global scrap market
- Inflationary pressures and elevated interest rates
- Slowdown in manufacturing activity and Chinese real estate sector contraction
- Increased average vehicle age in the US contributing to lower scrap supply
Mitigation Strategies
- Redefined strategic priorities, repositioned footprint, and implemented commercial and operating changes
- Tightened metal recycling footprint to focus on high-potential geographies (Australia and New Zealand, North America)
- Implemented cost-out program realizing significant savings
- Increased proportion of unprocessed material purchased and improved shredder utilization in North America
- Strengthened market position in Australia with balanced portfolio and strong purchasing programs
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme temperatures
- Extreme wet weather events
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Carbon pricing
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Increased demand for recycled metals due to decarbonisation goals
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD
Certifications: ISO 14001
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Premium ferrous products
Awards & Recognition
- Corporate Knights’ World’s Most Sustainable Company