Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Business ethics
• Environmental and climate protection
• Social responsibility

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced gas consumption by 55% at HÖRMANN Automotive Slovakia s.r.o. by utilizing waste heat.
• Reduced power consumption for lighting by 70% at MHPArena using LED technology.
• Reduced energy consumption by 16% at HÖRMANN Automotive Gustavsburg GmbH by replacing compressors with more efficient models.
• Achieved a positive carbon footprint (Scope 1 and 2) at HÖRMANN Klatt Conveyors GmbH through increased solar power generation and air source heat pumps.

Social Achievements

• Implemented holistic HR software to digitally cover an employee’s entire journey within the company.
• Launched HÖRMANN learning worlds e-learning platform for employee development.
• Introduced career paths for management and experts.
• Launched a company-wide social intranet, "MyHörmann", for improved communication.

Governance Achievements

• Funkwerk AG successfully certified according to ISO/IEC 27001 for information security management system.
• Joined the United Nations’ Global Compact.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Increased energy prices due to the war in Ukraine.
• Supply chain disruptions.
• Increased Scope 2 emissions due to changes in the electricity mix.

Mitigation Strategies

• Implementing energy-saving measures across various subsidiaries.
• Investing in renewable energy sources (photovoltaics).
• Utilizing waste heat from machinery.
• Transitioning to more efficient equipment (compressors, LED lighting).

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier Code of Conduct
• Review of suppliers for environmental and social criteria

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Storms, heatwaves, drought, flooding

Transition Risks

• Regulatory changes, market shifts, increased energy prices

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products and green technologies.

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Certifications: ISO 14001 (HÖRMANN Automotive Slovakia, St. Wendel, Wackersdorf), ISO 50001 (HÖRMANN Automotive Gustavsburg), ISO 27001 (Funkwerk AG), TISAX (HÖRMANN Logistik GmbH, HÖRMANN Vehicle Engineering GmbH)

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being
• Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
• Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
• Goal 9: Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
• Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
• Goal 13: Climate Action
• Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals

The report details how various initiatives contribute to these goals.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Energy-efficient trams
• Photovoltaic systems
• Charging stations for electric vehicles

Awards & Recognition

• Silver medal from EcoVadis (Funkwerk AG and HÖRMANN Kommunikation & Netze GmbH)

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Business ethics
• Environmental and climate protection
• Social responsibility

Environmental Achievements

• Replacement of thermal by regenerative post-combustion, saving up to 1,400 tonnes of CO2 per year (9% of total Scope 1 emissions compared to 2022)
• Installation of a 90 kWp photovoltaic system at Funkwerk AG

Social Achievements

• Launched HÖRMANN Lernwelten, offering diverse development and training opportunities for all employees
• Organized various sporting events to improve employee physical fitness and team spirit
• Organized family festivals at Bánovce and Gustavsburg sites to strengthen company cohesion

Governance Achievements

• HÖRMANN Informationssysteme GmbH received ISO 27001 certification for information security
• Initiated TISAX certification process for Automotive and Intralogistics divisions
• Introduced a new digital whistleblower system

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Rising costs driven by inflation, weakening demand, and high interest rates impacting investments in sustainability initiatives
• Supply chain disruptions and risks related to human rights and environmental aspects

Mitigation Strategies

• Introduced enhanced supplier screening process and special supplier management software to comply with LkSG (Act on Corporate Due Diligence Obligations in Supply Chains)
• Developed a comprehensive strategy for decarbonization, including interim targets, measures, and investment plans

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier screening using environmental and social criteria; Code of Conduct for suppliers

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products and green technologies

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 50001, ISO 27001

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Climate action
• Industry, innovation and infrastructure
• Decent work and economic growth
• Responsible consumption and production
• Good health and well-being
• Quality education
• Gender equality
• Reduced inequalities
• Partnerships for the goals

The Hörmann Group acknowledges its direct or indirect impact on all 17 SDGs and has identified eight key areas that will help shape its contribution to sustainable development in a targeted manner.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Hydrogen-powered tram (HyTraGen project)

Awards & Recognition

• EcoVadis silver medals for HÖRMANN Automotive Gustavsburg GmbH, HÖRMANN Kommunikation & Netze GmbH, and Funkwerk AG