Report results - SME Climate Hub

The SME Reporting Tool

Introduction *

Commitment and Targets *

Own Emissions *

Value Chain Emissions *

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Climate Solutions *

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Management, Strategy and Climate Risk *

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Results, Challenges and Outlook *

Version 3.0

1.1 Reporting year

2024

1.1.1 Reporting period

from 1.2024 to 12.2024

1.2 Describe your business activities

Since 1990, Sarco S.r.l., based in Marsala, has specialized in the recovery and production of secondary raw materials (END OF WASTE) from the treatment of glass and metal waste, derived from separate collection. Thanks to a constant modernization of production lines, according to the paradigms of technological innovation and energy efficiency, the company produces secondary raw materials such as furnace-ready glass, steel, and aluminum scrap, with quality characteristics conforming to the specifications provided by European End of Waste Regulation 1179/2012 Art. 5 (glass) and European End of Waste Regulation 333/2011 Art. 6 (metals). The company serves the following customers on the national market: glass industries, metallurgical industries, special waste producing companies, and local authorities. The relationship with local authorities is twofold, as while on one hand the municipalities represent Sarco's customers, on the other hand they represent the main source of supply, as the waste they produce is awarded to the company through auctions and expressions of interest, or through the free market where local authorities are not affiliated with their respective packaging recovery consortia. The company is able to guarantee its customers, in terms of value proposition, the initiation of proximity recycling of their produced glass and metal waste. In fact, thanks to the RE-GLASS SICILY Protocol, Sarco reassures its client companies and local authorities that the waste they confer is transformed into secondary raw materials to be used in glassworks, thus pursuing the principles of proximity and regionalization emerging from the PNGR (National Waste Management Plan). The direct effect of the commercial proposal is, on one hand, to generate environmental benefits (savings in atmospheric emissions thanks to transport limited within the region and savings of natural resources, as no extraction from quarries occurs), social benefits (maintenance and creation of new jobs along the supply chain), and economic benefits (contained costs thanks to short logistics) for the territory and customers, and on the other hand, to allow the achievement of some objectives foreseen by the United Nations 2030 Agenda (goals 4, 11, 12, 13, 17).

1.4 Number of employees in the reporting year

1.4.1 Full-time equivalent (FTE) or headcounts

Headcounts

1.5 Let us know if your company is a parent company or subsidiary

Not applicable

2.1 Net zero target year

2040

2.1.1 Base year

2024

2.2 Near-term target

25% of absolute scope 1 emission reduction from my base year by 2030

50 of absolute scope 1 emission reduction from my base year by 2035

75 of absolute scope 1 emission reduction from my base year by 2040

100 of absolute scope 1 emission reduction from my base year by 2045

100 of absolute scope 2 emission reduction from my base year by 2030

2.3 Provide any additional comments or context on your net zero and near term targets.

No one

3.1 To reduce emissions in line with my commitment, my company has a plan and is taking action

Yes

Energy consumption

3.2 Total energy consumption

7566284.64 kwh

3.3 Renewable energy

331204 kwh

Scope 1 emissions

3.4 Scope 1 emissions

1376 metric tons CO2e

Scope 2 emissions

3.5 Location based scope 2 emissions

700.93 metric tons CO2e

3.7 Describe your plans and actions taken to reduce scope 1 & 2 emissions.

The strategy focuses on reducing Scope 1 and 2 emissions through the following actions. Reduction of Scope 1 emissions: a 25% reduction in emissions every 5 years in the period 2025-2045, through the replacement of diesel-powered vehicles with electric vehicles. This is an effective choice, but it requires careful planning for the installation of charging infrastructure and fleet management. Reduction of Scope 2 emissions: elimination of indirect emissions related to the purchase of electricity in the next two years, thanks to a change of supplier to purchase 100% certified renewable energy. This is an immediate and effective solution to reduce the carbon footprint.

3.8 Describe the calculation methodology and comment on the data accuracy, including any tools/methods used to calculate.

The business model of Sarco S.r.l. aligns with European and international targets for reducing greenhouse gas emissions, as it valorizes important resources such as glass and metals during its activities. Sarco S.r.l. also in 2024 calculated its direct emissions (Scope 1), related to sources directly present in the company, such as diesel fuel used for machinery and that used in the organization\\\\\\\'s vehicles, and indirect emissions (Scope 2) resulting from the procurement of imported electricity. Emissions from the value chain, i.e., those attributable, albeit indirectly, to the organization (Scope 3), were not calculated. The emissions calculation study was carried out according to the Greenhouse Gas Protocol (GHG) methodology, thanks to the use of the Equipoise tool in partnership with SME Climate Hub

Scope 3 emissions

4.1 Have you measured any of your scope 3 emissions?

Supply chain related - upstream emissions

Customer related - downstream emissions

4.2 Have you asked any of your suppliers to set a net zero target (either voluntarily or as a requirement)?

4.3 Have you communicated your commitment and actions to any of your customers?

Yes

5.1 Do you classify any of your existing goods and/or services as a climate solution?

Yes

5.2 What percentage of your total revenue comes from sales of climate solutions?

95 %

5.3 Provide descriptions/names of your climate solutions:

The company produces secondary raw materials of glass, aluminum and metals. These materials, technically called End of Waste, are suitable for use in the production cycles of the glass and metallurgical industries. The industries mentioned, by using secondary raw materials in their melting furnaces, reduce energy consumption associated with melting temperatures (secondary raw materials allow melting at lower temperatures compared to the use of virgin raw materials) and consequently scope 2 indirect emissions.

5.4 Methodology used to assess these as climate solutions, and third party which has validated the assessment, if any:

Information on the environmental benefits of recycling from the websites of the Italian CONAI Supply Chain Consortia (e.g., CoReVe, CIAL, RICREA) has been considered.

6.1 What governance processes do you have in place for your climate strategy? Choose as many as are applicable.

Person is responsible for climate strategy at board level

6.1.1 Please describe their position and responsibility.

The climate strategy is discussed and approved by the Board of Directors. The company has a Sustainability Manager who submits climate change adaptation and mitigation activities to be implemented to the Board of Directors. The parties responsible for the climate strategy are the Sustainability Manager and the Board of Directors.

6.1.2 Is this person (or another at executive and board level) also responsible for climate risk?

Yes

6.2 Have you started to identify and assess your companies climate risks and opportunities?

Yes - we have identified climate risks

6.2.1 Where are the climate risks you've identified?

Own operations

6.2.2 How are you managing these climate risks? Choose as many as are applicable.

We\'ve mapped the impact of our climate risks over time (short, medium and long term horizons),We\'ve Identified plans for adaptation to mitigate these risks

6.2.3 Provide any additional comments or context on your climate risks:

PHYSICAL RISKS Extreme weather events: Sicily is subject to heatwaves, droughts, forest fires, and intense rainfall events. These events can disrupt Sarco's operations, damage infrastructure (warehouses, treatment plants, vehicles), and compromise the quality of secondary raw materials. In particular, intense rainfall can cause flooding, which could make material transport difficult. Heatwaves can pose health risks to workers, especially those employed outdoors. Sarco has analyzed its physical risks using the DERRIS tool. Increased temperatures: rising temperatures can accelerate the degradation of some materials, especially plastics, and make managing organic waste more difficult. Drought can limit the availability of water needed for treatment processes. TRANSITION RISKS Regulations: the European Union and the Italian government are adopting increasingly stringent policies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote the circular economy. Sarco may need to invest in new technologies and processes to reduce its environmental impact and comply with new regulations. Changes in market demand: growing environmental awareness among consumers and businesses could lead to increased demand for high-quality secondary raw materials and a reduction in demand for virgin materials. Sarco may need to adapt its offering to meet new market needs. Increased energy costs: the transition to renewable energy sources could lead to increased energy costs, which would affect Sarco's operating costs. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): EPR regulations may evolve, increasing the responsibilities of producers and, consequently, of waste managers like Sarco. CLIMATE-RELATED RISKS Supply chain disruption: extreme weather events can disrupt separate collection and waste transport, compromising Sarco's raw material supply. Supply chain disruptions, in turn, can impact Sarco's customers, such as glassworks, steelworks, and foundries. Reputational damage: any environmental incidents or non-compliance with regulations could damage Sarco's reputation and compromise relationships with customers and authorities. Increased insurance costs: increased climate risks could lead to increased insurance policy costs for Sarco. Legal liabilities: failure to manage climate risks could expose Sarco to legal liabilities in the event of environmental damage or harm to worker health

6.3 Have you integrated climate and/or nature into your company mission statement or shareholder agreements? If yes, describe how.

6.4 Have you taken actions this year outside of your emissions to accelerate climate progress?

7.1 Provide any additional comments or context on your annual results and progress from previous years.

The company has installed two photovoltaic systems of 450 kWp and 600 kWp. The two systems are able to satisfy approximately 40% of the company's energy needs.

7.2 Do you face any key challenges in reducing emissions?

Reducing scope 1 emissions,Reducing scope 2 emissions,Reducing scope 3 emissions,Electrifying the vehicle fleet and/or cutting transport emissions,Complexities in managing supply chain emissions,Insufficient policies or government incentives,Insufficient funding,Low return on investment,Limited influence over suppliers

7.3 Has there been any third party validation of the data submitted in this report?

1.1 Reporting year

2024

1.1.1 Reporting period

from 1.2024 to 12.2024

1.2 Describe your business activities

1.4 Number of employees in the reporting year

1.4.1 Full-time equivalent (FTE) or headcounts

Headcounts

1.5 Let us know if your company is a parent company or subsidiary

Not applicable

2.1 Net zero target year

2040

2.1.1 Base year

2024

2.2 Near-term target

25% of absolute scope 1 emission reduction from my base year by 2030

50 of absolute scope 1 emission reduction from my base year by 2035

75 of absolute scope 1 emission reduction from my base year by 2040

100 of absolute scope 1 emission reduction from my base year by 2045

100 of absolute scope 2 emission reduction from my base year by 2030

2.3 Provide any additional comments or context on your net zero and near term targets.

No one

3.1 To reduce emissions in line with my commitment, my company has a plan and is taking action

Yes

Energy consumption

3.2 Total energy consumption

7566284.64 kwh

3.3 Renewable energy

331204 kwh

Scope 1 emissions

3.4 Scope 1 emissions

1376 metric tons CO2e

Scope 2 emissions

3.5 Location based scope 2 emissions

700.93 metric tons CO2e

3.7 Describe your plans and actions taken to reduce scope 1 & 2 emissions.

3.8 Describe the calculation methodology and comment on the data accuracy, including any tools/methods used to calculate.

Scope 3 emissions

4.1 Have you measured any of your scope 3 emissions?

Supply chain related - upstream emissions

Customer related - downstream emissions

4.2 Have you asked any of your suppliers to set a net zero target (either voluntarily or as a requirement)?

4.3 Have you communicated your commitment and actions to any of your customers?

Yes

5.1 Do you classify any of your existing goods and/or services as a climate solution?

Yes

5.2 What percentage of your total revenue comes from sales of climate solutions?

95 %

5.3 Provide descriptions/names of your climate solutions:

5.4 Methodology used to assess these as climate solutions, and third party which has validated the assessment, if any:

Information on the environmental benefits of recycling from the websites of the Italian CONAI Supply Chain Consortia (e.g., CoReVe, CIAL, RICREA) has been considered.

6.1 What governance processes do you have in place for your climate strategy? Choose as many as are applicable.

Person is responsible for climate strategy at board level

6.1.1 Please describe their position and responsibility.

6.1.2 Is this person (or another at executive and board level) also responsible for climate risk?

Yes

6.2 Have you started to identify and assess your companies climate risks and opportunities?

Yes - we have identified climate risks

6.2.1 Where are the climate risks you've identified?

Own operations

6.2.2 How are you managing these climate risks? Choose as many as are applicable.

We\'ve mapped the impact of our climate risks over time (short, medium and long term horizons),We\'ve Identified plans for adaptation to mitigate these risks

6.2.3 Provide any additional comments or context on your climate risks:

6.3 Have you integrated climate and/or nature into your company mission statement or shareholder agreements? If yes, describe how.

6.4 Have you taken actions this year outside of your emissions to accelerate climate progress?

7.1 Provide any additional comments or context on your annual results and progress from previous years.

The company has installed two photovoltaic systems of 450 kWp and 600 kWp. The two systems are able to satisfy approximately 40% of the company's energy needs.

7.2 Do you face any key challenges in reducing emissions?

7.3 Has there been any third party validation of the data submitted in this report?

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