I am delighted to present the 2022 ELIX Polymers Sustainability and Social Responsibility Report, which allows us to share our environmental, social and governance progress.
In 2022 we have had to face up to uncertain and volatile times, marked by the war in Ukraine, which has given rise to an energy crisis and a worsening of the economic situation in Europe. In the face of this, we have been able to show our resilience as a company, generating value and demonstrating our commitment to sustainable development.
During this past year we have achieved important milestones in the development of our sustainability strategy, taking steps in our commitment to reduce our environmental impact and promote the transition to a circular economy, while fulfilling our purpose of generating a positive impact in the places where we operate. We have shared this path, with all its challenges and goals, with our stakeholders, building alliances and creating areas for cooperation that have allowed us to move forward.
As part of its Sustainable Operations programme, ELIX has taken a new step in its commitment to incorporate sustainability criteria into the analysis of the supply chain, increasing the visibility, traceability and mitigation of the environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks of our suppliers as part of our management system.
In order to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions, ELIX has reached agreements to cover 100% of electricity consumption in its facilities with electricity from alternative sources to fossil fuels.
We have also continued to develop and introduce to the market our portfolio of sustainable solutions, based on renewable and circular raw materials. These solutions respond to the objectives of reducing the carbon footprint of our customers and have been successfully introduced in applications in the automotive, toy and consumer goods sectors with excellent results.
We have continued to strengthen our commitment to people and society by operating our facilities in a safe and environmentally responsible manner. As part of our social commitment, we have collaborated in numerous projects that have a positive impact on the community. These include the Ayúdame3D project, an example of positive social impact through collaboration in the value chain and an example of circularity.
This effort has been recognized by our stakeholders and is reflected in the fact that for the first time we have been awarded the EcoVadis platinum medal, the highest recognition for corporate social responsibility, awarded to only 1% of the companies assessed worldwide.
2022 has been a year of challenges overcome and milestones achieved. I invite you to learn about them in this report. It only remains for me to thank you for the trust you have placed in us, which we hope to continue to repay for many years to come.
David Castañeda, CEO
+300 CUSTOMERS
+40 GRADES +300 COLOURS PRODUCTS
-4.4 % SALES VOLUME (CAGR 2018-2022)*
* Calculated using compound annual growth rate (CAGR).
+40 COUNTRIES
99% RIGHT FIRST TIME (RFT) RATE
€395 k NEW INVESTMENT IN R&D&I
€1,130 k EXPENSE EN R&D&I
93 % PERFECT ORDER RATE
0.6 % R&D&I INTENSITY OVER TURNOVER
94% IMPROVEMENT IN THE ON TIME IN FULL (OTIF) RATE
€211 k NEW INVESTMENT IN ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (+ 47% COMPARED TO 2021)
0.20
GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS DUE TO PRODUCTION (t CO2eq scope 1+2 / t ABS* PLUS SALES)
* ABS: acrylonitrile-butadiene-styrene.
769 SUPPLIERS (+ 4% COMPARED TO 2021)
€2.314 M SPENDING ON ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (+12 % COMPARED TO 2021)
61 % WASTE RECOVERED (-33% COMPARED TO 2021)
43 % SPENDING ON LOCAL SUPPLIERS (TARRAGONA)
(- 4 % COMPARED TO 2021)
96.8 % EFFICIENT RAW MATERIAL CONSUMPTION RATE (-0.1 % COMPARED TO 2021)
1.08 ENERGY CONSUMPTION (KWH/T PRODUCED) (+3 % COMPARED TO 2021)
13 % SPENDING ON LOCAL SUPPLIERS (CATALONIA)
(+ 14% COMPARED TO 2021)
263 EMPLOYEES (+4 % COMPARED TO 2021)
25 % WOMEN IN THE WORKFORCE (+5 % COMPARED TO 2021)
74 EXTERNAL EMPLOYEES (-14 % COMPARED TO 2021)
0 WORKPLACE ACCIDENTS WITH LEAVE
94% EMPLOYEES ON PERMANENT CONTRACTS (+7 % COMPARED TO 2021)
15,354 TRAINING HOURS FOR OUR EMPLOYEES (+164 % COMPARED TO 2021)
We are one of the leading manufacturers worldwide of acrylonitrile butadiene styrene (ABS) resins and its derivatives. With over 45 years’ experience, we offer a wide range of tailormade solutions for great quality thermoplastics applications in several sectors.
We operate from our head office and plant in Tarragona (Spain), located 100 kilometres from the city of Barcelona and 10 kilometres from the port of Tarragona, one of the most important on the Mediterranean coast.
Our mission with the company:
Support the global expansion of ABS.
Focus on safe, efficient and reliable operations.
Create value and long-term growth.
Our corporate policy defines the main guidelines that drive the business. It a reflection of our essence and objectives and it compels us to follow the corporate values as guides for managing the business.
Our aim is to be the global leader in the specialized market in the thermoplastics field, acting as a customer-oriented company that offers a personalized service and a wide portfolio of products, while committed to environmental sustainability and promoting the professional development of our employees.
PROVIDE SOLUTIONS TO THEIR NEEDS THROUGH HIGH-QUALITY PRODUCTS AND SERVICES
BE A RELIABLE AND COMPETITIVE PARTNER WITH A GLOBAL PRESENCE
SUPPORT THE GLOBAL EXPANSION OF ABS
FOCUS ON SAFE, EFFICIENT AND RELIABLE OPERATIONS
CREATE VALUE AND LONG-TERM GROWTH
OFFER SUSTAINABLE PRODUCTS
CARRY OUT SUSTAINABLE, RESPONSIBLE AND SAFE OPERATIONS THAT CONTRIBUTE TO MITIGATING CLIMATE CHANGE
CONTRIBUTE POSITIVELY TO SOCIAL WELL-BEING
GIVE RECOGNITION AND PROMOTE PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT
GUARANTEE A SAFE AND COLLABORATIVE WORK ENVIRONMENT
Remain open to new proposals
Propose improvements in current processes
Research and implement new tools
Strive to find solutions to new needs
Be empathetic with colleagues
Offer help selflessly
Share essential information
Listen to understand the needs of others
Try to reach agreements to achieve common goals
Work for the team
Be aware of the missions and values of the company
Behave in accordance with the missions and values
Explain the reasons behind one’s actions (be an example)
ELIX's values guide the decision-making process in the company’s day-today activities and the behaviour of the organization at all levels.
ELIX is part of Sinochem International (Overseas) Pte. Ltd.
The parent company of Sinochem International is Sinochem Group, a major Chinese state-owned enterprise, a leading service provider in the chemical industry, China's largest agricultural input company (fertilisers, seeds and agrochemicals) and an operator of modern and comprehensive agricultural services. The group provides ELIX with the capacity to evolve beyond the production of ABS resins and derivatives and to become a new business unit. ELIX has a high strategic value for Sinochem Group.
Sales in European markets account for 90% of ELIX’s turnover. Nevertheless, our international outlook has led us to expand our presence in other countries. We have sales teams in the United States and China and an extensive network of salespeople, representatives and distributors operating in more than 40 countries. We have a logistics centre in Tarragona (Spain) and two in the United States.
Sinochem International, ELIX’s parent company, opens its compounding factory in Yangzhou (China)
Sinochem International inaugurated its new compounding factory in Yangzhou in August 2022. This plant represents a milestone in Sinochem International’s industrial strategy in the engineering plastics sector. The operation of the Yangzhou compounding plant is the start of a new chapter in Sinochem International’s industrialisation strategy for ABS and modified materials.
The new Yangzhou factory means a great step to increase ELIX’s global presence and support its growth in the Chinese market. The local production of ABS, PC(ABS and PC blends through Sinochem Engineering Plastics, under the ELIX brand, will allow the plants to supply the Chinese market locally with innovative, high-quality, customised and sustainable products and services.
ELIX ABS: ABS thermoplastic materials for specialized products and high added-value markets.
ELIX PC/ABS: PC/ABS compound for the most demanding applications on the market.
POLYMER MODIFIERS: adapt and improve the properties of polymer blends and also of materials based on PC, ABS, PVC, SMA, etc.
ELIX CADON: High strength material used for high impact needs.
ELIX E-LOOP: More sustainable products which offer innovative up-cycling solutions.
Our products meet the stringent requirements of the automotive industry and are suitable for general use, for high-temperature applications and electroplating or chrome plating and pre-coloured applications. Our materials are approved by major original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) for interior and exterior applications and our customers include the world's leading suppliers.
We offer leading solutions for the medical industry, with an emphasis on product safety and a global supply strategy. ELIX medical grades meet the stringent requirements of the medical device industry and include two biocompatibility grades ISO 19993 and USP class VI. The grades and devices have been approved and registered in the drug master file for use in medical and food contact applications in both the European and US markets.
Our materials have been developed to meet the needs of the consumer goods market, with new colours and finishes, UV and chemical resistance with tailor-made solutions and the best processability.
Our products are adapted to the needs of the appliance market, with new colours and finishes, UV and chemical resistance with tailor-made solutions and the best processability. ELIX has been working as an ABS supplier to the leading manufacturers of household appliances in Europe for several decades.
Our materials offer the best performance for electrical and electronic device applications, with a broad product portfolio that allows our customers to choose the most appropriate solution in terms of dimensional stability, heat distortion temperature and electrical properties.
We offer a variety of product solutions for the building and construction market. The industry increasingly demands durable, aesthetic, easy-touse and high-performance products.
Our materials meet the requirements of the market thanks to their high levels of hardness and excellent surface quality. We offer special grades that comply with food contact regulations and the possibility of creating custom colours. ELIX has been working as an ABS supplier to the leading manufacturers of toys and skis for several decades.
Ensuring that our business model is ethical is part of our sustainability strategy. Our ethical principles must not only cover the requirements established in our regulatory framework, but also define who we are and must be present in everything we do.
The company's current regulatory framework for professional relations and actions is established by the Code of Ethics and Conduct, which defines integrity, honesty and transparency as the basis for preventing corruption and bribery. We extend this Code to our suppliers and collaborating companies by requiring them to sign a specific declaration. Meanwhile, all ELIX employees are aware of and have received information about this Code.
The ELIX management team has created the figure of the Ethical Compliance officer, in order to ensure the company and its collaborators comply with legal and regulatory requirements, as well as internal policies and by-laws. Its basic function is to promote ethical conduct and compliance with the rules, regulations and standard processes that govern the way in which these organizations must carry out their business. This figure also receives any possible cases of non-compliance within the company and analyses them alongside the Ethics Committee. In addition to these core functions, it also implements and maintains a culture of compliance with the new code and ensures that any new measures and changes to this document are communicated and that up-to-date training is provided on these.
In 2022 we drew up a new ELIX Code of Ethics and Conduct, which was approved at the start of 2023, in which we set out the values, principles and conduct that should guide the development of our professional activity and our relationships with our stakeholders.
ELIX identifies its processes and interactions for the quality, environmental and energy efficiency management system by means of a process map in which the necessary criteria and methods are determined to ensure that their operation and control are effective. For this purpose, processes are monitored, measured and analysed at defined intervals, managed in accordance with the requirements of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 standards. The stakeholders and their requirements are identified, a risk assessment is performed and an analysis is carried out to determine how our process may affect these parties concerned.
Each area of the company has its risk map, which determines the impact of the risk on the following stakeholders (internal and external), taking into account the likelihood of the event and the severity of the risk:
Customers Employees
Suppliers
Shareholders
Workers’ Committee | unions
Social environment
(families of employees, local community, media, social media, etc.).
Public Administration
Competitors
This map identifies the risks and their possible causes, assesses the likelihood of the risk, the stakeholder that may be affected and the consequences, measures the degree of severity, evaluates whether the risk is low, medium or high and determines the measures to be taken.
We also carry out an environmental risk analysis, the main purpose of which is to analyse and evaluate environmental risk, as well as to establish the bases for its effective management and to facilitate decision-making in this area in order to prevent possible environmental damage caused by our business. ELIX has an environmental liability policy supplemented by a civil liability policy.
In the event of a decrease in customer payments or an increase in the value of raw materials which could lead to a lack of liquidity, this would be dealt with through factoring or credit insurance, credit facilities or pricing formulas which allow the increase in raw material costs to be passed on quickly.
The implementation of a supplier evaluation procedure and a contingency plan are the actions foreseen to mitigate the risk of not being able to manufacture due to lack of raw materials or stock.
To mitigate the risk of excessive energy consumption, the foreseen actions include daily monitoring and follow-up by the Energy Committee and the People, Culture and Communication Training Plan.
To address the risk of accidental emissions the company implements a Business Activities Coordination Platform (CTAIMA), periodic internal audits, a Human Resources Training Plan, preventive equipment maintenance plans, a Continuous Operational Monitoring Plan, an Emergency Action Plan and an Emergency Management Training Plan.
Evaluation of waste management suppliers is key with regard to the risk of increased emissions in the event of an accident during transport.
In view of the risk of exceeding the authorized quantities of waste generation, there is a continuous monitoring programme for critical parameters, a Continuous Operational Monitoring Plan, an Emergency Action Plan, an Emergency Management Training Plan, a Human Resources Training Plan and internal audits. These audits ensure proper waste management. Contracts have been signed with various waste managers.
To avoid the risk of non-compliance with the law in relation to occupational risk prevention a set of measures have been adopted including: the CTAIMA platform, internal and external audits, training plan, external advice from specialized consultancies, participation in technical forums, management system, procedures, business activities coordination platform, etc.
The risk of having an unhealthy working environment is addressed through the safety management system, the Healthy Company Plan and the occupational risk prevention communication programme.
With regard to new product development, the risk of poor planning, is mitigated with periodic reviews of the phases, resources and testing. To address the risk of incomplete information, there is a plan in place to standardize the flow of information.
To manage the risk of a customer complaint for which the cause of the non-conformity cannot be determined, a specific procedure will be created for ordering sample material. To eliminate the cause of the non-conformity, a working group will be created.
Regarding quality management at ELIX, the main risk identified is non-compliance with the requirements of the management system, which could lead to non-renewal of certification, increased work to ensure an improvement and an impact on the company's image. To deal with this risk, we plan to draw up an audit plan.
Failure to meet quality agreements or customer requirements (e.g. as a result of a global pandemic) would imply not being able to purchase material, making it necessary to identify potential improvements and develop a contingency plan.
Our mission with our customers: Provide solutions to the needs of our customers through high-quality products and services
Be a reliable and competitive partner with a global presence
Working hand in hand with our customers, from the product design phase to its delivery, allows us to develop high-quality, tailored solutions. We offer our customers complete access to the experience we have gained over 45 years of work in the production and supply of ABS so they can fulfil their projects.
The main services ELIX offers its customers are:
Customer service: management of all requirements regarding delivery, returns and specific needs.
After-sales technical support: specialized support for customers on the correct handling and use of the products, as well as their characteristics and applications.
PROACTIVITY
GEOGRAPHICAL PROXIMITY AND CLOSE RELATIONSHIPS
THE PILLARS OF OUR RELATIONSHIP WITH THE CUSTOMER
CUSTOMIZED SERVICES AND SOLUTIONS
FLEXIBILITY AND AGILITY
GLOBALITY, SECURITY AND PRIVACY
2022 was another challenging and volatile year in which we had to overcome and adapt to the disruptions in our supply chain caused by the war in Ukraine and in which we continued to standardize the management of our processes in terms of flexibility and resilience. To this end, we worked to promote continuous improvement initiatives and the digitalization of processes, which enabled us to get ahead of ongoing challenges.
We completed the digitalization of two key processes in our supply chain, sales and operations planning, and production scheduling, allowing us to meet the need for flexibility and better manage new scenarios in order to adapt to continuous changes. We also started the robotization of certain supply control processes, which freed up time for higher value-added tasks.
We achieved a perfect order ratio of 92.60% for our type A customers, which means that we fulfilled our commitments to them at the time of order receipt, in a highly complex environment due to the lack of global market capacity in the first half of the year and declining demand in the second half of the year.
1. Measured for type A customers.
2. Takes into account all purchase orders delivered on the confirmed date out of the total number of purchase orders.
3. Takes into account all purchase orders that have not experienced any incidences, regardless of whether it was noticed by the client, out of the total number of purchase orders.
In 2022, ELIX’s colour development laboratory was certified by Renault’s design department, allowing us to validate new or existing colours in new materials, according to the French car manufacturer's colour approval specifications and procedures rather than having to resort to an accredited third-party laboratory. Renault and ELIX have been working together for many years and several ELIX products are specified in the latest Renault thermoplastic materials list. ELIX also provides technical support to Renault on transformers where ABS is used for different in-car applications, such as interior trim parts or chrome front grilles.
We measure the satisfaction of our customers based on the overall analysis of the answers received on to two key indicators: Net Promoter Score (NPS), which measures customer loyalty based on a single question: “How likely are you to recommend the product or service to a colleague?” and the customer satisfaction score (CSAT), an operational performance indicator that evaluates customer satisfaction at key company-customer touchpoints, through a question regarding satisfaction and one asking for possible improvements if the level of satisfaction is low. Based on these evaluation results, we carry out immediate corrective measures and continuous improvement measures.
The NPS indicator has increased significantly in 2022, compared to 2021. Customers appreciated ELIX's efforts in all areas. We also contacted more customers than in previous years to ask for their feedback. The process of continuous improvement in customer service is helping us to identify the most relevant aspects on which we should focus our efforts.
Measures individual interactions and touchpoints and links them to operational performance.
Satisfaction indicators are measured from the responses of our customers regarding two aspects: complaints and sample sending.
ELIX guarantees quality in all management systems and manufacturing processes to meet the demands of its customers and provide them with value.
With regard to the Right First Time indicator, in 2022 we remained above 99% (99.45%), which indicates that the percentage of error in the manufacture of our products the first time is less than 1% and that, therefore, the level of efficiency and quality is very high. The target of being above 99% in 2023 remains unchanged.
Main projects implemented in 2022:
Improve the response time for the complaints received. In 2022 the average response time was 15 days. ELIX's objective is not to exceed 20 days.
Improve the waiting time for samples:
In 2022 we carried out the second followup audit of our ISO 9001 and 14001 certifications and the first follow-up of our ISO 50001 certification. We also worked on the implementation of ISO 45001 for our health and safety in the workplace management system in a bid to obtain the certification in 2023.
Our certifications:
this involves reducing the time between the manufacturing and shipping of new samples to existing and potential customers.
ELIX follows a digitalization plan, called DIGICOM, to improve its production and engineering processes. We have created three-dimensional models of most of our facilities, which in 2023 will allow us to optimize technical designs and apply modifications in terms of time and error reduction remotely and with great precision.
Our processes, based on a lean management philosophy, allow us to deploy the different initiatives and projects in line with the strategy. The efficiency of the tools already implemented in the legacy systems, such as the new sales and operations planning (S&OP) tool, allow for improved information-based decision making, optimized business impact and more efficient energy consumption and facility usage.
ELIX sees digitalization as a tool, not an end in itself. The combination of technology and process optimization through techniques such as Lean Management ensures the best decisions are taken regarding the solutions being developed.
Main projects in 2022:
Digitalization of all engineering information under the Smart P&ID project, which will serve to make information more accessible and increase its security.
Increased cybersecurity levels, based on the ISO 27001 standard, from 67 to 71, which represents 105% compliance.
Preparation of the migration of the control system for the next 5 years.
Development of business intelligence tools, such as Control Tower Isguen, which provide the information needed to optimize our decisions and impact on customer service.
Renewal of the SCADA control system. This project started in 2021 and will end in 2026, approximately.
Project for the digitization of process and engineering know-how. In 2022, all existing information on paper was digitized.
Finish the three-dimensional model of all the plants.
Apply a document manager in our digitization of know-how (Smart P&ID).
Commission the new distributed control system in part of our facilities.
Develop a planning software in critical processes for improved decision making.
Our partnerships with global, sectoral and local associations and initiatives give us insight into market trends and serve to build strong and lasting relationships with the entire value chain. GLOBAL
PlasticsEurope:
Business association that brings together the leading manufacturers of polymers in the plastics sector in Europe.
Styrenics Circular Solutions:
An initiative founded by leading manufacturers to meet the proven circularity of styrenics through a wide range of recycling technologies.
Mav Cluster:
The purpose of the Advanced Materials Cluster of Catalonia is to promote the competitiveness of companies and organizations in the sector. This partnership enables us to develop circular economy and innovation pilot projects.
The Chemical Business Association of Tarragona encompasses all the chemical companies in the Camp de Tarragona and Tierras del Ebro counties. Its mission is to ensure the global competitiveness of the chemical industrial parks and contribute to the sustainable development of the local area.
MedPharmPlast:
European Plastics Converters sector group for companies in the plastic supply chain dedicated to medical devices and pharmaceutical packaging in Europe. This partnership provides us with information on the medical sector, its regulations and its trends.
The Official Chamber of Commerce, Industry, Services and Navigation of Tarragona promotes activities to support business development and organizes actions of general interest for the commercial and business community of the region.
ChemMed Tarragona:
The most important industrial, logistic, academic and scientific chemical cluster in southern Europe.
Catalan Transport Users Council: Shared forum for exchanging knowledge related to transport and logistics, and to offer support on import or export procedures
3 Committed to sustainability
ELIX’s sustainability strategy and its action plan has 2025 as its horizon. Our strategy and our vision of sustainability affect the entire value chain, from the extraction of raw materials to the final consumer, paying special attention to our local environment.
ADOPTING ETHICAL VALUES
LEAD THE TRANSITION TO A CIRCULAR ECONOMY
REDUCE OUR ECOLOGICAL FOOTPRINT TO A MINIMUM
Our roadmap is based on the fundamental cornerstones of the UN Global Compact principles and Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
CONTINUE DEVELOPING OUR HUMAN CAPITAL
ELIX contributes directly or indirectly to achieving the United Nations SDGs.
Ensure healthy lives and promote well-being for all at all ages: minimize the negative effects of our products on the health of people.
Ensure sustainable consumption and production patterns: help improve the quality and efficiency of production processes in all industries
Ensure availability and sustainable management of water and sanitation for all: innovative water distribution, management and efficiency solutions.
Take urgent action to combat climate change and its impacts: create resilience and adaptability for the sector and its supply chain.
Promote inclusive and sustainable economic growth, employment and decent work for all Safe production and management of chemical products and application of labour standards.
Support the participation, contribution and success of women throughout the industry.
Ensure access to affordable, reliable, sustainable and modern energy for production, promote the storage of renewable energy and the development of infrastructure of this type.
Build resilient infrastructure, promote sustainable industrialization and foster innovation and resilience. Establish frameworks that promote industrial symbiosis.
Conserve and sustainably use the oceans, seas and marine resources.Establish partnerships throughout the value chain to reduce marine pollution of all kinds.
Improve operational management and expand support for projects to halt environmental degradation and protect the most vulnerable ecosystems.
In 2019, as a result of the organizational context analysis carried out to define the sustainability strategy and the identification of the key SDGs for ELIX, we updated the materiality analysis.
HIGH
· Contracting of local suppliers
· Climate change prevention
· Minimization of environmental impact from transport
· Protection of biodiversity
· Promotion of the local environment
· Responsible management of the supply chain
RELEVANCE FOR STAKEHOLDERS
MEDIUM
· Labour relations
· Promotion of equality
· Sustainable catalogue1
· Energy
· Correct waste and wastewater management
· Investment in environmental protection
· Promotion of the circular economy1
· Responsible financial management
· Occupational health and safety
· Compliance
LOW
· Evaluation of our centres in terms of human rights
· Public policy
· Investment in the community
· System and management of complaints at the service of stakeholders
· Innovation in products and processes 1
· Efficient consumption of resources
· Quality careers
· Adherence to sectoral sustainability initiatives1
· Quality of service and products
· Digitalization
LOW
MEDIUM HIGH
RELEVANCE TO ELIX POLYMERS
1. Topics not included in the GRI standards.
ELIX Polymers' 2020-2025 strategy is based on four strategic pillars aligned with the SDGs identified as priorities and relevant to the company.
Promote a circular economy system for plastics
Promote circularity as part of a new plastics economy, promoting the recovery of plastic waste as a raw material and integrating renewable sources.
Improve energy efficiency and reduce water consumption.
Work determinedly towards adapting to and mitigating climate change
Ensure an ethical business model and a positive contribution to the social well-being of people throughout our value chain
Reduce our greenhouse gas emissions by 15% (compared to 2017) to reinforce and expand our climate change mitigation programmes.
Analyse the risks of climate change for ELIX and our business.
Contribute to generating a positive social impact to reduce social inequalities throughout our value chain and retain talent.
Satisfy social demands for transparency, ethics and good governance as a means of improving our reputation and that of the chemical sector.
Promote an inclusive business model.
Reinforce responsible innovation as a means of offering more sustainable solutions that reduce the consumption of raw materials and substances of very high concern.
Restore lost biodiversity.
The strategy is executed through seven programmes whose lines of action will be progressively implemented in the short, medium or long term.
P1. Circular plastics
Offer up-cycling solutions that maintain functionality in end-customer applications.
Establish a collaborative partnership with key stakeholders along the value chain to create new circular business models.
P1.1 Recover and reuse or recycle products and components from ABS and materials derived from ABS.
P1.2 Use raw materials from renewable or recycled sources.
P1.3 Strengthen collaboration along the value chain to create new circular business models.
P1.4 Improve customer and supply chain engagement to close material loops.
P1.5 Improve transparency and traceability of flows.
P2. Responsible innovation
P3. Caring for climate
Reinforce responsible innovation towards a more sustainable portfolio, including research on the use of renewable or recycled raw materials for our products.
Reduce the environmental footprint: carbon footprint and water footprint by 15% compared to 2017.
Include climate change in ELIX’s risk assessment and improve ELIX’s ability to adapt to it.
Contribute to climate change adaptation by restoring coastal biodiversity in collaboration with stakeholders and local authorities.
P2.1 Improve the sustainability of ELIX ABS materials.
P2.2 Promote the design of reusable and recyclable products.
P3.1 Reduce ELIX's environmental footprint by 15% (carbon and water footprint).
P3.2 Reduce the carbon footprint of ABS using circular economy strategies (Programme 1).
P3.3 Reduce ELIX’s risks in the face of climate change.
P3.4 Restore lost coastal and river ecosystems in the local area.
P3.5 Participate in international biodiversity loss and carbon emissions offsetting programmes.
P4. Responsible supply chain
Develop a purchasing policy capable of improving the social and environmental commitment of suppliers.
Improve understanding of the environmental and social impacts of the ELIX Polymers supply chain.
P4.1 Establish a responsible purchasing policy.
P4.2 Mapping of critical outsourced services and main suppliers in terms of their impact on the business, but also on the company's environmental and social behaviour.
P4.3 Promote carbon emissions and biodiversity loss offsetting within our supply chain.
P5. Employee development
Improve ELIX's professional development and talent retention.
Ensure and improve the quality of employment and the motivation of employees.
P5.1. Promote the identification and retention of talent within ELIX by developing personal development plans.
P5.2. Update the plan for equal opportunities between women and men.
P5.3. Promote the external training of young people and women by establishing more solid collaboration programmes with universities and vocational training centres.
P5.4. Continue ELIX's commitment to the well-being, safety and working conditions of employees.
P6. Governance and ethics
P7. Support for the local community
Develop and expand the ethical values of the company.
P6.1. Draw up a code of ethics.
P6.2.Establish training on the Code of Ethics for ELIX employees and suppliers.
Improve ELIX's contribution to local communities across the value chain.
Contribute to preserve and regenerate local ecosystems.
P7.1 Improve ELIX’s understanding of the NGOs and civil society association ecosystem.
P7.2. Look for collaboration opportunities with local customers and stakeholders to develop a portfolio capable of contributing to the progress of the community.
P7.3. Together with other stakeholders, assess and disclose human rights violations of local communities in the value chain.
P7.4. Restore lost coastal and rivers ecosystems in the local area, in collaboration with stakeholders, local authorities or the administration.
ELIX has defined a specific governance model for monitoring the sustainability strategy and the action plan.
Approve
Guarantee the communication and deployment of the CSR policy.
Ensure that the initiatives included in the CSR strategy are undertaken.
Approve CSR roadmaps and strategic initiatives.
Coordinate the different activities and working groups.
Coordinate reporting activities internally and externally.
Propose specific roadmaps for approval.
Execute specific projects and roadmaps.
Monitor and track progress.
Partnerships and adherence to sustainability initiatives help the company make progress in this area, making it part of the optimal ecosystem for developing and sharing projects that have a positive impact on the environment.
Since 2008 we have participated in the global and voluntary initiative to contribute to the sustainable development of the chemical sector, Responsible Care, through which we are committed to continuous improvement in safety, health and environmental protection in all our operations.
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Development Organization that works to promote world trade and investment based on free and fair competition. This organization, established under the auspices of the International Chamber of Commerce, defines 16 principles for the promotion of environmental management.
Independent rating agency specializing in sustainable development and performance monitoring. It provides supplier sustainability ratings for global supply chains.
Provides a practical framework for business sustainability and puts at our disposal resources and management tools that help implement a sustainable business and development model.
Helps us set annual goals to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, demonstrating our concern about climate change and our commitment to mitigate it.
International initiative to minimize losses of pellets and microplastics and thus prevent their discharge into rivers and seas. Participating in this project compels us to improve operational precautions and avoid the dispersion of pellets and microplastics in our environment.
Monitor empresarial de la Excelencia en Prevención, Seguridad
Establishes a valid measurement and benchmarking system for any organization that wants to know its degree of development and implementation in prevention matters.
A joint value chain initiative and the unified driving force to make the circular economy a reality for styrenic plastics, including polystyrene, through innovative recycling technologies and partner-driven solutions.
An independent organization responsible for the development, monitoring, review and continuous improvement of its certification system. The ISCC certification system covers all sustainable raw materials, including agricultural and forest biomass, biogenic waste, circular materials and renewable energy.
With more than 5,000 certificates currently valid in more than 100 countries, ISCC is among the largest certification systems in the world. As a deforestation-free standard with a strong commitment to protect forests, land with a high-carbon stock and biodiversity, ISCC strives for a world where biomass and other raw materials are produced in an environmentally, socially and economically sustainable way.
In 2022, ELIX was once again subjected to the yearly assessment made by EcoVadis, a renowned agency in the field of corporate social responsibility. For the first time, ELIX has succeeded in obtaining EcoVadis’s platinum medal, its greatest recognition in this field, only awarded to 1 % of the companies assessed throughout the world. The company has improved its standard in all areas and has obtained a global score of over 75/100, which places us among the best-rated companies.
The agency assesses suppliers from 110 countries belonging to 150 different sectors. It rates corporate policies, initiatives and achievements in relation to the environment, labour practices, fair business practices and the supply chain.
Corporate website, digital newsletters and corporate catalogues, technical digital newsletters, social media, international fairs, events, press releases, articles, announcements, audiovisual materials, sales and technical visits to customers, visits to the Tarragona plant, annual customer survey.
Participation in committees and specific technical seminars, courses, meetings.
Operational communications by email, meetings, communication boards, indicator panels, internal events, training spaces.
Corporate intranet and email, employee portal, corporate bulletins, communication boards, participatory internal platforms, audiovisual materials, social media, departmental meetings, informational activities, internal events and digital screens, ELIX al día, ELIX DNA, virtual coffee breaks, coffee with the CEO, ELIX Colaboradores.
Weekly, monthly and annual corporate reports, sustainability report, strategic meetings.
Periodic contact through formal notifications, bulletins issued by the administration, face-to-face meetings, email, telephone.
ELIX al día.
Internal news channel with the latest company news, events and projects.
ELIX Colaboradores.
Monthly communication channel that aims to inform area managers and middle managers about the company’s most relevant issues.
ELIX DNA.
The 2022 ELIX DNA session featured a talk by Andrea Vilallonga, an image, communication and attitude consultant who helps people to activate change in their lives through positive activism.
“A coffee with David”.
In 2022, after many months in an online format, colleagues from different areas met once again in person to enjoy a real coffee with the CEO of the company. A space for the participants to share opinions, ideas and thoughts with him and ask him both a professional and personal questions.
Attendance at fairs.
Of particular note was our presence at the K trade fair, the most important in Europe in the plastics sector. We also attended the Querétaro and Plastimagen (Mexico), RDD (Florida, United States) and Pharmapack and DDL (Europe) fairs.
Webinars.
The aim of the only webinar held was to explain the sustainability regulations and objectives and to present the E-LOOP brand in detail.
Online communication. We send out various newsletters:
- 3 corporate newsletters aimed at customers, suppliers and distributors, with news about ELIX products, services and activities.
- 4 technical newsletters, aimed at customers.
- 1 medical newsletter.
Update to the corporate presentation.
Improvements to the website usability.
Social media.
ELIX is present on LinkedIn, Twitter and YouTube.
LinkedIn: in 2022 we obtained 1,752 new followers, a 29.88 % increase compared to 2021.
Twitter: our number of followers increased by 8.56 %.
YouTube: in 2022 we published 11 new videos; at the end of the year we had 56 corporate videos.
The goal is to catalyse small, and therefore more efficient, locally implemented ABS recovery loops.
We offer more sustainable solutions through strategies for the recovery of ABS or other by-products, increased recirculation and the establishment of partnerships throughout our value chain.
ELIX's transition towards the circular economy is underpinned by innovation to turn waste into a resource. We collaborate with other company, in our sector or others, in order to attain circularity.
E-LOOP is the brand of our circular innovations and more sustainable solutions. It includes all circular economy initiatives in products, design and services. Our mission with society: sustainable products
We aim to deliver upcycled solutions that preserve functionality in end-customer applications and engage with stakeholders across the value chain to create new circular business models. We want to become a key player in the circular plastics industry, capable of creating closed cycles and new business models.
Mechanically recycled ABS and ABS/PC blends with properties equivalent to raw material destination applications with high material requirements. The high quality and delivery reliability of recycled raw materials are the basis of the model.
Creation of 10 new materials: 7 by chemical recycling and 3 by mechanical recycling.
Aspirational objective:
Ensure that 25% of the products used in our solutions offer a sustainable advantage by 2025. We understand sustainable advantage as the inclusion of greater recycled mechanical, chemical or renewable content in our products, or a reduction in the intensity of the material and therefore an improvement of our environmental footprint.
Raw materials with properties 100 % equal to virgin products, incorporating circular and bio-based raw materials. The ISCC PLUS certified product portfolio uses the mass balance model to ensure traceability and transparency in the supply chain.
Use of raw materials from biological, renewable or recycled sources.
Several approved suppliers for the main monomers (ACN and STY, with contracts in force) and other polymers (PC, SAN).
Creation of synergies with the Sinochem Group.
Validation of renewable sources and identification of new ones for the coming years.
Validation/accreditation of 2 sustainable raw materials with ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification) and 1 recycled mechanical raw material (black polycarbonate), and transparent polycarbonate is currently in the validation process.
Participation in the development of projects with customers and suppliers.
Renewal of ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification) for a third year.
In 2022 certain businesses were consolidated (2,073 tonnes between chemical recycling and mechanical recycling) and various validations were carried out for future projects with large automotive manufacturers (OEMs), mostly.
The advantage of this more sustainable product portfolio is that it offers innovative solutions that preserve functionality in the customer's end applications. We engage in redefining plastic waste as raw materials.
Advantages of E-LOOP products:
MECHANICAL RECYCLING (MR PRODUCTS)
MONOMERS
POLYMERS
PRODUCTS USE
RAW MATERIAL
CHEMICAL OR BIO-BASED RECYCLING (CR PRODUCTS)
MECHANICAL RECYCLING
SHREDDED WASTE
NAPHTHA FOSSIL FUEL
EXTRACTION AND REFINING OF FOSSIL FUELS
PYROLYSIS OIL (TACK OIL)
PYROLYSIS AND OTHER CHEMICAL RECYCLING PROCESSES
BIOLOGICALLY BASED RAW MATERIALS AND PROCESSES CRACKING AND OTHER PETROCHEMICAL PROCESSES MONOMERS AND OTHER RAW MATERIALS
POLYMERIZATION
WASTE MANAGEMENT
TRANSFORMATION AND USE PHASE
Our innovation strategy aims to develop a more sustainable product portfolio, increasing the amount of renewable and/or recycled raw materials for our products.
ELIX's innovation ensures we have a portfolio of sustainable products, based on recycled materials and of bio origin. Each of our solutions provides added value and prioritizes environmentally friendly manufacturing processes and specific customer requirements.
Priority lines of action:
Improve the sustainability of our ABS materials.
Development of new products following the ecodesign or Value Sensitive Design methodology, which allows us to objectively compare the impact of different products. The methodology is applied in the initial stages of solution development and the customer is involved in the design of their products, ensuring these are more adapted to their needs, optimizing their processes and improving their competitiveness.
Reduce the quantity of the material as a benefit in the final application.
Aspirational objectives:
Ensure that 100% of our products are recyclable and free of substances of high concern.
Invest in R&D and technology, by implementing projects that improve circularity and sustainable products.
Life-cycle assessment (LCA) methodology to promote circular plastics.
Technical support for customers to evaluate recyclability.
Identification of strategic European Union research projects.
Guarantee that 100% of our products are recyclable and free of substances of high concern, including the new E-LOOP materials from mechanical and chemical recycling.
Life-cycle assessment (LCA) is an internationally standardized methodology to assess the environmental impact associated with all stages of a product's cycle. It makes it possible to scientifically compare different products, the same product manufactured in different places and the different recycling options.
ELIX has carried out a full LCA of its production based on ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 standards (cradle-to-gate analysis) taking into account transport to customer sites and direct (scope 1) and indirect (scopes 2 and 3) emissions. The aim of this analysis, validated by the Anthesis group, is to investigate the environmental performance of the most sustainable E-LOOP products and compare it with polymers of fossil origin.
Our LCA shows that mechanically and chemically recycled products can significantly reduce the environmental impact of the final product.
More and more OEMs in different industrial sectors are requesting LCA values to compare different polymers with each other in order to reduce their environmental impact, as consumers demand sustainable products and new regulations need to be met.
1. Carried out for all grades: virgin origin, ISCC (International Sustainability & Carbon Certification) materials and other raw materials.
Compound
TRANSPORT
TRANSPORT
TRANSPORT
At ELIX we jointly develop optimal solutions with our customers tailored to their specific needs. We are the first manufacturer of ABS and ABS blends certified through the ISCC PLUS system, a certification that we have renewed for the third year. ISCC PLUS is a global certification system that covers all sustainable raw materials, including recycled and bio-based materials. The certificate provides traceability throughout the supply chain and verifies that the total amount of certified raw material (input) corresponds to the equivalent amount of circular ABS or ABS blend produced (output). It also promotes the responsible use of sustainable resources through close collaboration along the supply chain.
An aspect worth highlighting about the ISCC certificate is that it applies to the entire ELIX catalogue, with the same characteristics as our usual high-quality pre-coloured products and in compliance with the strictest regulations and standards.
Meanwhile, we have continued to support some customers during the Cradle to Cradle certification processes for their applications with regard to ABS. This enables our customers to certify that their final product uses ABS with specific characteristics in relation to its sustainability and content.
E-LOOP ABS/PC MR (mechanically recycled)
E-LOOP ABS CR (ISCC+ certified)
E-LOOP ABS MR White (mechanically recycled)
E-LOOP ABS MR Black (mechanically recycled)
eMobility1
PC/ABS with excellent hydrolysis resistance
ABS product with vibration noise reduction (damping effect)
CCP-UPC project
PC-ABS FDM-3D printing
Highly reflective ABS
Anti-scratch ABS
Improved chemical resistance
HF PG ABS-PC
Special effects
Anti-squeak ABS
Cr (III) chromeable ABS
3D printing ABS
Laser marking
In 2022 ELIX took part in a socio-technological project with Ayúdame3D, a Spanish socially responsible start-up that promotes the social value of technology through awareness programmes to help people with disabilities thanks to three-dimensional printing.
ELIX developed the recycled ABS raw material through 3D printing, a technology in which the company has extensive experience. The challenge was to offer a solution tailored to the project, incorporating the circular economy. In the manufacturing process, ELIX turned waste into a high value product (upcycling) thanks to the collaboration of the entire value chain and incorporating virtualization and new 3D technologies.
The project was possible thanks to the collaboration of Repsol, which donated 4,000 pieces of ABS plates to the association from computer equipment that would otherwise have been discarded, and of Leitat, a technology centre of excellence. Leitat manufactured coils from the raw material recovered by ELIX, for its subsequent printing using 3D technology and the manufacture of trésdesis, arms printed in three dimensions for the wrist, elbow or shoulder.
COMPLETED IN 2022:
RETOS FUND 3D-CDTI
Development of 3D printing materials for moulds and functional tools for industrial application.
1 technology centre.
3 companies.
HFFR ABS-RETOS-FLASHCTDI I+D
Development of a flame-retardant bromine-free ABS.
2 technology centres.
1 company.
We participate in international studies and projects that involve collaboration with other companies or organizations in our value chain.
ABS for the electrical appliance sector and compliance with food-grade requirements.
PC/ABS formulations containing recycled material.
CCP-UPC: Industrial R&D PhD project
Development of halogen-free flame-retardant materials.
1 technology centre.
1 company.
E-MOBILITY
Development of ABS with functionalities for the electric mobility industry.
1 technology centre.
2 companies.
PRECAT20: Circular economy
Incorporation of more sustainable raw materials (E-LOOP portfolio).
ABS EMI5G-SMART5G (in progress)
New materials for optimizing urban mobility through energy management and 5G applications.
1 technology centre.
2 companies.
Our mission with society: sustainable, responsible and safe operations that contribute to mitigating climate change.
In 2022, the Sustainable Operations Committee reviewed the strategic plan for reducing the carbon footprint and water consumption established in Programme 3 “Caring for climate". New initiatives have been studied and included in the plan to guarantee compliance with the aspirational goals.
The programme for energy efficiency and electricity consumption from renewable sources, the environmental programme and the sustainable management of transport are key to reaching our 2025 goals.
At ELIX, we have an Environmental and Sustainability Policy and an Energy Policy: our environmental management system is certified in accordance with the ISO 14001 standard; the energy management system is governed by the ISO 50001 standard.
Aspirational objectives:
Reduce ELIX's environmental footprint by 15% (carbon and water footprint).
Reduce the carbon footprint of ABS using circular economy strategies (with the circular plastics programme).
Reduce ELIX's vulnerability to climate change.
Reduce the environmental footprint.
Reduce the carbon footprint of ABS using circular economy strategies.
Reduce ELIX’s risks in the face of climate change.
Restore lost coastal and river ecosystems in the local area.
Participate in international biodiversity loss and carbon emissions offsetting programmes.
Objectives for 2025:
Reduce our carbon footprint and water footprint by 15%.
Improve ELIX’s ability to adapt to climate change.
Contribute to climate change adaptation by restoring local coastal biodiversity.
To assess the evolution and performance of measures taken with regard to the protection of the environment, we rely on a system of indicators which monitor significant environmental aspects for our activity, which allows us to assess annually the degree to which we have achieved our environmental goals.
Identification and risk assessment of significant environmental aspects includes the definition of measurement indicators and the control and monitoring thereof. The environmental programme is drawn up annually. It contains the initiatives to reduce significant environmental impacts in line with established procedure.
The methodology to identify environmental aspects adopted by ELIX is based on a life cycle assessment, through the definition of areas and their associated environmental vectors, where the possible impacts on the environment are located: atmosphere, water, soil, natural resources, etc. The processes, products and services are then analysed in order to identify the potential environmental risks of the different areas associated with each environmental vector. When assessing the significant environmental aspects, both environmental and organizational criteria are taken into account.
ELIX has a legal platform to ensure compliance with applicable environmental legislation.
The environment. Significant environmental aspects:
Emissions to water from the high total organic carbon (TOC) stream measured in particles per million (ppm) and specific generation of high-TOC wastewater (m3/t powder): in 2022 there was an improvement in the measures for managing high TOC effluent, which has led to a change in the approach to the environmental targets related to this stream. The entry into operation of the joint treatment of Aguas Industriales de Tarragona, S.A. (AITASA) represents a significant improvement in the treatment of the wastewater streams generated, therefore the risk identified in the analysis carried out in 2022 is reduced to consider it as a significant environmental aspect.
Specific generation of low-TOC wastewater (m3/t ABS + sales): its generation has been monitored, but without a specific target.
Carbon Monoxide Emissions in Regene rative Thermal Oxidation (RTO): after the implementation of the initiatives to reduce natural gas consumption at the RTO plant, the impact on atmospheric emissions has been monitored, ensuring strict compliance with the applicable limit values.
See section below on energy efficiency.
3% reduction in the generation of ABS clinker waste compared to the best value of the last 3 years.
5% reduction in the generation of ABS-R category A waste compared to the best value of the last 3 years.
2% reduction in the generation of residual monomers compared to the best value of the last 3 years.
3.5% reduction in low-TOC wastewater compared to the best value of the last 3 years.
Main environmental investments:
Inspection and repairing of the wastewater discharge tank to prevent a loss of containment risk.
Reduction of industrial air consumption, as well as of the risk for workers in the loading and unloading of tankers.
Reduction of electrical losses in the SAN 2/PRECO transformer.
Implementation of recipe management system to reduce downtime of extrusion lines and consequently reduce material loss.
Adaptation of the facility for the use of mechanically recycled material.
Reduction of natural gas consumption by improving the efficiency of the ceramic beds.
ENVIRONMENTAL 2020 2021 2022
Variation compared to 2021
Investment €144,263 €141,312 €211,042 +49%
Expenditure €1,584,078 €2,076,453 €2,314,844 +11%
Total €1,728,341 €2,217,765 €2,525,886 +14%
Environmental investment and spending in 2022 amounted to €2,525,886.
The raw material consumption rate is ELIX’s indicator to measure the efficiency of the transformation process in the final product. The goal: to boost efficiency in the use of resources.
* The efficiency of each plant is measured as follows: waste + scrap + off-spec (SAN/powder/COMP) / production (SAN/powder/COMP).
In line with ISO 50001 requirements, ELIX has an energy efficiency programme that determines goals and their monitoring.
Review of the various energy consumption key performance indicators (KPI) based on 2021 data, including critical operational parameters identified in that year's study.
Possibility of obtaining more segregated performance models (by production unit).
Review of the electricity consumption performance model for the five granulation lines, taking into account the type of product manufactured.
Review of water consumption performance models (industrial, demineralized, for refrigeration), in line with the strategic objective established this year to reduce the water footprint of each company.
Update of USE
Support in the detection of critical operational control parameters.
Support in the preparation of a report panel for control room operators (electricity model).
Technical training for maintenance personnel aimed at promoting good practices and detecting day-to-day savings opportunities.
Training on regression and calculation of energy performance indicators to provide more information on this topic.
As of 1 October 2022, all of ELIX’s electricity consumption is covered by alternative sources to fossil fuels. All the electricity consumed by the Tarragona plant’s guarantee of origin is certified by the National Commission for Markets and Competition. This means a considerable reduction of the company’s CO2 emissions.
This measure takes us a step closer to achieving our priority objective, included in our Sustainable Operations programme, of reducing the carbon footprint associated with our operations. The use of renewable sources for the electricity supply to our facilities represents a significant milestone in our plan.
Description Initiatives
Overall reduction of the specific energy cost, based on consumption €/t ABS+sales
Improved energy performance of electricity in SAN Area with respect to LB (MWh)
Improved energy performance of natural gas (SAN and TAR) with respect to LB (Nm3)
Improved energy performance of steam in the Powder Area with respect to LB (t)
Target subject to compliance with the other established targets, as well as the execution of planned energy improvement actions and the implementation of operational control procedures. Applying these procedures could lead to an increase in the detection and elimination of idle consumers in the plants.
Installation of a Naturvolt module to optimize the shape of the sinusoidal wave.
Start-up of the automatic transition system in SAN plants (phase 1 in SAN 2).
Optimization of false air flows to the combustion chamber of the TAR plant (adjustment of the air inlets to the gas jets for the granulation area).
Regulation of steam consumption in the drying process through online monitoring of powder humidity (phase 1 start-up of the SCL-NDC line control system). Subsequently, if the results are positive, automation of the drying temperature regulation process (temperature of the hot air inlet to the dryer and temperature in the resting chamber).
Optimize C1 (get the dryer to work at 850 rpm in C1 to obtain drier powder, reduce the thickness of the layer).
Improved energy performance of industrial air in the Granulation Plant with respect to LB (Nm3)
Overall reduction in the specific consumption of demineralized water compared to the previous year (m3/t ABS)
Optimization of adjustment parameters for pneumatic transport and silo recirculation.
Transport of finished product from Calle 6 by means of a compressor instead of industrial air.
Reuse of dryer condensate (potential reduction of more than 6% of the water footprint compared to 2021).
Installation of double mechanical seals with a closed block system in the loading pumps of centrifuges 2/3 and Novotex cooling of the 4th cascade (potential reduction of 5,760 m3/year of demineralized water between both pumps, based on 8,000 h/year with a use of 90% and a consumption of 400 l/h per seal).
-13.9%
0.0%
-15.2%
not coincide with those published in the 2022 Non-Financial Information Statement since these are preliminary data calculated prior to this report.
1. Final results to be validated by the Government of Catalonia’s Voluntary Agreements Programme. These data do not coincide with those published in the 2022 Non-Financial Information Statement since these are preliminary data calculated prior to this report.
2. Includes emissions derived from the consumption of natural gas, petrol consumption by forklifts and corporate lease cars.
3. Includes emissions derived from consumption of electricity, cold and steam.
4. Includes emissions derived from the transport of the final product to the customer, transport of waste products, commutes, working from home, water consumption, waste management, consumption of raw materials and acquired electricity production.
5. Data not available for 2020 and 2021.
ELIX studies the LCA of its products, with the most relevant monitoring indicators being the carbon footprint and water consumption. We work to reduce product emissions through green energy measures, energy efficiency projects, initiatives in more sustainable forms of transport, substitution of non-renewable fossil fuel raw materials with more sustainable sources from chemical and mechanical recycling, bio-based materials (E-LOOP brand), etc.
This past year we calculated the carbon footprint of our product by carrying out a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) based on the ISO 14040 and ISO 14044 standards.
We do so under the "cradle-to-gate” principle, that is to say measuring the impact from the extraction of the raw materials up to the delivery to the customers. The calculation takes into account three different scopes: scope 1 (direct emissions), scope 2 and scope 3 (indirect emissions).
(t CO2 eq/ t sales of ABS intermediate products, offspec and scrap)
One of the objectives of the Climate Care program of ELIX's Sustainability Strategy is to reduce water consumption by 15% from 2017 to 2025. For this reason, ELIX works to improve its efficiency in water use and reduce vulnerability of water basins in the face of freshwater depletion.
ELIX works to improve their efficiency in water use and reduce the vulnerability of drainage basins in the face of freshwater depletion.
The water consumed by ELIX comes entirely from third parties. Three types of water are consumed:
Industrial water.
Demineralized water.
Drinking water.
TOTAL WATER WITHDRAWAL ( Third-party water (industrial water)
WATER CONSUMPTION RELATIVE TO PRODUCTION (
1.24
In 2022, the new AITASA joint industrial wastewater treatment plant came into operation, representing a new step forward for the Tarragona chemical industry in an area in which it is a pioneer and an international benchmark: sustainable water management. The new facility collects the industrial wastewater already treated by each industry of the industrial complex and gives it a new stage of purification, bringing the final effluent to qualities that will allow, in a future phase, its reuse.
The new facility treats the water supplied by the industries, with a joint treatment in addition to that of the industries themselves, in order to improve the quality of these waters before being emitted through the joint outfall. By applying the requirements of the best available techniques, the installation reduces the contaminant load present in the water by more than 70%.
ELIX maintains its adherence to national and international initiatives in order to build a new business system capable of developing and sharing projects which have a positive impact on the environment. In this regard, in 2017 ELIX joined the international programme Operation Clean Sweep (OCS), known internally as the Zero Pellets Loss project.
In 2022, the following actions were carried out in line with the action plan:
Internal audits.
Review plan for operational procedures with information on project awareness.
Training on the programme for the entire Operations workforce.
Campaign to involve operators in the continuous improvement of the project.
Planning for the certification process.
Within the framework of the circular economy, waste recovery is a fundamental aspect that is gaining even more relevance and something which we have been working on in recent years. We are gradually moving from a linear management model of collection and treatment by an authorized manager to a management model with a circular economy perspective, constantly seeking ways to recover and reuse our waste.
ELIX currently has a process in place to minimize the generation of waste, and it continues to work to improve waste management, controlling and identifying new aspects.
Our packaging waste prevention plan is aimed at finding strategies to reduce the use of packaging in the field of distribution and logistics. For example, we have replaced certain packaging with tankers to ship our products within the European Union.
We have also implemented improvement actions to prevent and reduce their impact on the environment.
The decision on the type of packaging for the products we ship is unique and exclusive to the customer, which forces us to work together if we want to reduce the impact of the waste we generate outside our facilities.
The indicator has increased compared to last year due to the updating of the weight of the packaging.
ELIX has four point sources of pollution in which regulatory controls are carried out according to the frequency established by the applicable legislation; in addition, we carry out voluntary self-assessments.
ELIX has implemented the voluntary LDAR (Leak Detection and Repair) programme to control fugitive emissions, which consists of the inventory, detection and reduction of emissions of volatile organic compounds (VOC). Each year the inventoried points are monitored and any new detected points are added.
These checks show that our facilities have a high level of airtightness. Leak frequency is an indicator which measures the percentage by which the definition of a leak (>100 ppm) is exceeded. In 2022, the value for the leak frequency indicator at ELIX was 0.30%. As a reference, most companies in the sector are in the 0.7–3% range of the leak frequency rate.
In 2022, the emissions of point sources were once again below the established legal limits.
We encourage our collaborators to grow through continuous training, participation and teamwork, making an effort to find and keep talent. Our priority is the well-being of our professionals, guaranteeing, in turn, the best possible conditions for their development and promotion.
Since 2016, at ELIX we have operated under the Management by Missions project. After defining the company mission and linking it to each employee’s individual mission and to the purpose of each company area (shared missions), ELIX's Management by Missions project is still under development.
Our mission with people:
• To offer acknowledgement and development both professionally and personally
• To ensure a safe and collaborative work environment
Aspirational objectives:
Create a safe workplace in an environment of well-being.
Improve the level of employee satisfaction.
Develop a culture of leadership based on the company's values.
Increase the presence of women in operational and management areas and update our Equality Plan.
In 2022, we worked with several of ELIX’s collaborators to define role missions.
1. All of Elix’s staff is in Spain, at the headquarters and at the production plant in La Canonja.
2. With the exception of this table, the rest of the indicators shown in this section do not include external workers, since we do not manage them directly.
3. Included in the total number of employees are those who are semi-retired; these employees have not been included in the rest of the tables since, despite continuing to work for ELIX, their dedication is different from that of the rest of the employees.
4. Persons employed by subcontractors and who carry out logistics, maintenance, engineering, technological and cleaning work.
WORKFORCE BY CONTRACT TYPE AND BY GENDER (AS OF 31 DECEMBER)
ELIX operates a hybrid flexible working schedule for those positions which, by their nature, allow for this flexibility to be incorporated. 2022 was the first year that ELIX operated this model, which combines aspects of remote work (1 or 2 days) and office work with a degree of flexible hours at the beginning and end of the day. In this regard, we have a Regulation on flexitime, remote working and teleworking for employees.
In order to assess the degree of performance and the functioning of the system, a specific Monitoring Committee has been set up and meets regularly (generally on a quarterly basis or whenever required by the members).
ELIX provides those who opt to work remotely, and those who are already teleworking, with a basic work kit and financial compensation.
ELIX has drawn up a Guide to Good Practice to ensure the successful implementation of the new hybrid flexible working schedule.
In 2022, we set up a new talent management system that replaces the one used until now, based on interviews. This new system, adapted to ELIX's culture, values and mission, aims to encourage continuous feedback between managers and their teams.
Focused on the fulfilment of the missions
Guidance for compliance with commitment matrix.
Definition of key projects to develop in order to comply with position missions.
In 2022 we implemented a new talent management system.
Projects which can be prioritized and are in line with the strategy of highlighting the value of the person’s contribution.
Projects, goals and indicators.
PERFORMANCE APPRAISAL
focused on upholding the values
Guidance on a profile of exemplary behaviour, described in the employee’s role.
Compass profile.
Help in upholding the target behaviour.
Behaviour.
1 2 3
INITIAL MEETING
Performance assessment: clarification of projects
Performance appraisal: behaviours to follow FOLLOW-UP MEETING
Performance assessment: review of projects
Performance appraisal: review of behaviour FINAL MEETING
Performance assessment
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF LEGACY
focused on being ELIX POLYMERS
Evidence of a significant contribution to stakeholders.
Contribution and impact.
Performance appraisal
Acknowledgement of legacy
In 2022, ELIX held its 1st Recognition Gala aimed at thanking all those employees considered a fundamental part of the company's success. Within the framework of the mission of recognizing and promoting the professional and personal development of employees, two new clubs were presented during the gala: ELIX 25 and ELIX NOVAS 3. The ELIX 25 club was created with the aim of recognizing and highlighting the fidelity, loyalty and commitment of all those employees who have been at ELIX for more than 25 years. ELIX NOVAS 3 aims to bring together those employees who have been at ELIX for 3 years or less.
During the gala, badges were awarded to the attending members and an explanation was given on how these clubs, which will be launched as of 2023, will operate.
We have a training and development system in place that focuses on the personal and professional growth of the company’s workforce. There is a procedure in place that ensures that all the training needs of the workforce are managed and carried out efficiently and in a manner appropriate to each situation. In this way, training needs are identified during the last quarter of the year through a detection process carried out with supervisors; they are then analysed and included in the training plan for the following year, which is approved in January. There is also the option of arranging ad hoc training sessions, depending on the needs of the situation and the day-today business. There is also a system for assessing the effectiveness of training actions.
The onboarding plans for new hires contain an initial training programme which provides employees with the training required for each position, both on technical and safety aspects.
ELIX has a Dual Training and Professional Work Experience Programme that is aligned with the company's missions, as well as with the shared missions of the People, Culture and Communication Area. The programme offers training opportunities in various fields, especially technical ones, through scholarships.
To promote awareness of the programme, ELIX plans to create a specific area on its website to publicize the collaboration agreements established with training centres and publish its offer of scholarships. Likewise, the company plans to collaborate with job fairs and open days at training centres, as well as with special employment centres in the local press.
In terms of occupational health, the 3rd Complementary Agreement 2021-2023 establishes that the collective medical insurance policy in force at ELIX be paid for through a co-participation system between company and worker. Various social benefits offered.
ELIX is governed by the General State Collective Agreement for the Chemical Industry and the 3rd Complementary Agreement 2021-2023. As of 31 December 2022, 93% of ELIX employees are covered by this agreement, while the remaining 7%, made up of senior managers, are covered by specific agreements.
Nursery allowance.
School allowance for each child between the ages of 3 and 16.
Prize for study achievement for children of employees. There is a total of 20 prizes a year worth €260.
Allowance for employees continuing their studies.
Home purchase loans.
Allowance for people with physical or intellectual disabilities.
Loyalty or seniority‐based compensation.
Christmas hamper.
Tourist apartments.
Pension plan.
Life insurance.
In 2022 we approved ELIX’s 2nd Equality Plan, whose specific goals are:
Guarantee equal opportunities in the selection and hiring process.
In 2022 we approved ELIX’s 2nd Equality Plan.
ELIX seeks to guarantee a safe and collaborative work environment and offer personalised, close, equal and reliable attention to all of the people who make up the company. In this regard, it declares its firm commitment to promoting an environment that facilitates and boosts equal opportunities between women and men.
Promote a balanced representation of men and women in different areas.
Encourage the presence of equality criteria.
Raise awareness and train the workforce in general and people management personnel in particular on equal opportunities.
Be transparent on work-life balance rights.
Prevent sexual and gender-based harassment.
Guarantee that internal communication promotes an equal image.
Establish information channels on equal opportunities within the company.
A Monitoring Committee ensures that the measures contemplated in this plan are implemented correctly. Moreover, the Protocol for preventing and acting against sexual and gender-based harassment was approved in 2022.
ELIX collaborates with special employment centres to promote the employability and job placement of people with disabilities as part of the measures contained in the Law on Social Integration of the Disabled (LISMI). Specifically, we work with the special employment centre La Amistad Montesol from whom we purchase our Christmas hampers and with Anwar Protección for work clothes. In 2022 we incorporated two people with a disability certificate into our workforce, to bring the total number of people with disabilities in our workforce to five. 3 women and 2 men.
Plan strategic objectives:
Demonstrate the clear commitment of the senior management team to health and safety.
Generate a safe and sustainable collaborative work environment.
Promote clearly defined and committed leadership in the area of health and safety at all levels.
In 2022, we rolled out our Strategic Health and Safety Plan 2022-2024 and worked on the implementation of ISO 45001 for the health and safety management system in a bid to obtain the certification in 2023.
We have an occupational safety and serious accident prevention corporate policy, which guarantees the safety of our production processes and protects the health of our employees through the prevention of occupational hazards, the implementation of a safety culture and risk analysis processes, the mechanical integrity of our equipment and safe work practices, always under strict compliance with legal requirements.
In 2022, we rolled out our Strategic Health and Safety Plan 2022-2024 and worked on the implementation of ISO 45001 for the health and safety management system in a bid to obtain the certification in 2023.
Foster a culture of safety through agreed practices between senior management and workers.
Generate an effective and inclusive form of communication on health and safety within the organization.
Implementation of the ISO 45001 health and safety standard. At the end of 2022 we passed the pre-assessment audit. The goal is to strengthen the current safety management system according to the recommended standards and create a safe and sustainable work environment.
Continue with the development of a process safety management system to improve the safety and reliability of equipment and facilities.
The Health and Safety Committee, is made up of prevention officers and a joint representation of the company, which meets ordinarily every quarter and extraordinarily to discuss the actions carried out in the area of health and safety, exceptional issues or proposals suggested by employees. A report is published monthly that includes the main indicators for the preventive management, industrial safety and the environment initiatives.
The implementation of the management system includes legal compliance with current regulations on the preventions of occupational risks1, serious accidents 2 and
industrial safety3. The scope of this system covers all ELIX employees and activities and, through the coordination of business activities, service companies that carry out activities on our premises. ELIX has its own OHS service, audited by third parties in accordance with current Spanish legislation.
External workers hired by ELIX through commercial relationships are covered in the same way as other members of the organization, so the same health and safety principles are applicable to them.
Including in the management system documentation the requirements of ISO 45001 standard (policy, manual, procedures). ISO 45001 pre-assessment audit.
Planning training and implementation initiatives.
Reinforcing and making progress on the Hazop Plan in the Operations department.
Improving the safety management system.
Communication initiatives in health, safety and environment (HSE).
1. Law 31/1995, of 8 November, on Occupational Risk Prevention and its implementing regulations.
2. Royal Decree 840/2015, of 21 September, which approves control measures for risks inherent to serious accidents involving hazardous substances.
3. Law 9/2014, of 31 July, on the industrial safety of establishments, facilities and products.
During 2022, the Covid Committee has met periodically (first weekly and then every fortnight) to manage the transition to normality.
1. Includes only injuries suffered by own personnel.
2. Rate of recordable work-related injuries = number of recordable work-related injuries / number of hours worked x 200,000.
3. Information not available.
4. Frequency rate = number of accidents / number of hours worked × 106.
5. Severity rate = number of days lost / number of hours worked × 103.
1. Calculated as frequency rate = 106 × number of accidents / number of hours worked.
2. Calculated as severity rate = 103 × number of days lost / number of hours worked.
AEQT: Chemical Business Association of Tarragona.
FEIQUE: Business Federation of the Spanish Chemical Industry.
5 internal emergency drills production plants.
Annual drill in accordance with the legal regulations on serious accidents.
33 unsafe situation alerts.
These are the initiatives related to the promotion of health and physical, social and emotional well-being we carried out:
Healthy breakfast for all: on Wednesdays, fruit and nuts.
In 2022, the implementation of ELIX's corporate strategy as a healthy company through the Feel Good programme continued to be adapted to context of the SARS-CoV-2 pandemic. Numerous efforts and resources were devoted to establishing prevention, protection and early detection measures. The Feel Good programme is aimed at ensuring the physical and emotional well-being of both those who have worked remotely and those associated with the operational and occupational prevention processes, who have come to work on-site without interruption.
2018-2021 Collective Health Report. Inclusion of new indicators on physical and psychological health and analysis of trends based on data on absenteeism due to common contingencies and an epidemiological study.
New Feel Good team, made up by 8 representatives from different company areas.
Monthly communications “Your health comes first”, as part of the agreement signed with the Spanish Association Against Cancer.
Circulation of the National Institute for Workplace Health and Safety’s campaign “Act NOW against work-related cancer”.
Promotion of the race Bound to life organized by the League Against Cancer.
Medical protocols included in the annual check-up offered to all ELIX people: early detection of colorectal cancer campaign, early detection of prostatic pathology campaign and assessment of mental state according to Dass-42 test.
Flu vaccination campaign.
To foster team cohesion, the members of the new Feel Good met in 2022 in a session involving several activities led by an expert in generative coaching, to reflect on the way they have worked so far and how they want to work from now on. These activities helped them to identify their strengths in order to put them at the service of the team and the skills they want to improve.
At the end of the day, the participants had to prepare a paella, which required them to better coordinate and communicate with each other and improve their teamwork.
This strategy puts people at its centre thanks to an organization that makes systematic, planned and pro-active efforts to improve health and physical, social and emotional well-being from a comprehensive perspective.
The strategy is aligned to contribute to ELIX's strategic SDGs: SDG 3 Good health and well-being and SDG 8 Decent work and economic growth.
2022-2024 objectives:
Reduce the absenteeism rate to below 3% in 3 years.
Reduce the psychological disorders identified in the annual epidemiological study by 5% in 3 years.
STRUCTURE
Creation of a culture committed to health within the organization.
Guarantee management’s leadership in and commitment to the well-being strategy.
Establish the necessary participation and communication mechanisms.
Implement an integrated management model in corporate governance.
Seek excellence in workplace safety through initiatives linked to the healthy work environment model (Health and Safety Strategy 2021-2023)
Reduce the musculoskeletal disorders detected in the medical examination of the annual epidemiological study by 5% in 3 years.
HEALTH RESOURCES
Preventing and promoting mental well-being as a state in which the person can fully develop their skills within and without the company.
Prevent the appearance of pathologies. Promote the acquisition of healthy habits. COMMUNITY
Extend the healthy work environment model to the immediate social environment.
In 2022, the planned safety training was given in accordance with safety framework plan and the agreed schedule. Emergency management training was once again given to the teams defined in the self-protection plan and basic level training was given to new personnel designated as preventive resources.
A total of 2,450.75 accumulated hours of safety training was given to own personnel, an average of 9.8 hours per employee per year.
Training for service companies on specific risks and emergency actions in ELIX was carried out through an online platform created specifically for this purpose.
ELIX continues to strengthen its risk and resilience systems, both in purchases and in the supply chain, and also improves its coordination teams. This allows us to guarantee the continuity of operations without our clients feeling an impact in their service.
The context of volatility experiences in the previous two years continued in 2022. In this case the main impact was caused by the global geopolitical situation. Despite the disruptions experienced since the start of the year due to the Ukraine crisis, our resilience management system helped us to identify and mitigate these at an early stage, allowing us to remain a reliable supplier without hindering our fulfilment obligations at any time.
We actively work on a transport strategy plan that allows us to provide a stable service in the future regardless of market difficulties and price volatility, while also improving our collaborative and sustainable approach.
Moreover, as part of the supply chain responsibility programme, ELIX Polymers took another step in 2022 in the integration of criteria related to environmental, social and governance (ESG) factors in the assessment of its suppliers, through an agreement with EcoVadis to develop and digitalize said integration.
Aspirational objective:
Assess 80% of suppliers (those whose invoices exceed 250,000 euros and all critical suppliers regardless of invoicing) according to their social and environmental performance.
ELIX's purchasing policy continues to priorities, as far as possible, the purchase of materials and products close to the production centre to promote the development of the local economy and, simultaneously, reduce emissions derived from transport.
For the sixth consecutive year, in order to recognize the contribution of its suppliers in meeting the company's objectives and challenges, ELIX acknowledged the collaboration of Ipsum Proyectos Industriales, a service company specializing in different industrial assemblies, and Faci, the world's leading chemical company in the oleochemical market. ELIX therefore chose them as the best suppliers of 2021 and presented them with the ELIX Polymers Outstanding Performance Award 2021.
When selecting the best suppliers of the year, ELIX takes into account values such as collaboration, integrity, resilience and sustainable growth. As part of ELIX's mission to ensure speed and flexibility in responding to customer needs, proactively proposing optimal solutions, both suppliers have comfortably met expectations, putting all their potential and resources at ELIX's disposal, providing added value to its entire value chain and creating solutions that respond to the company's needs.
In 2022, ELIX continued to develop its Sustainable Purchasing Project, which consists of including sustainability criteria in the selection of new suppliers through a protocol that includes environmental and social aspects. This project started in 2021.
The project has four phases, which will run until 2025. In 2022, the second and third phases (supplier risk assessment based on the built-in risk matrix and self-assessment tool) were approved and completed and the technology provider was selected.
The system, implemented in 2022 for transport suppliers, which will be extended to other suppliers in the coming years, consists of:
of acceptance by the supplier.
Questionnaire which includes questions relating to sustainability and social responsibility.
In 2022, 15% of new suppliers were screen using social and environmental criteria.
With the implementation of the system, ELIX will prioritize suppliers that meet sustainability requirements.
ELIX aspires to be a business with a positive impact on its environment and to contribute to improving the global well-being of the community on which it has an impact. We collaborate in different charitable and social initiatives in the region where we operate and take part in the socioeconomic revitalization of our community.
ELIX's sustainability strategy includes a community support programme, which consists of contributing, directly or indirectly, to the overall well-being of society and the environment. We generate activities to promote and support social initiatives carried out in our immediate environment, some of which are stable and have been ongoing for several years.
Aspirational objective:
Our mission with society: Contribute positively to social well-being
Become recognized for our positive contribution to local communities and ecosystems. Objectives for 2030:
Improve ELIX's contribution to local communities across the value chain.
Contribute to preserve and regenerate local ecosystems.
Christmas Fair – La Canonja town council.
Once again, last year ELIX contributed with a donation for the Christmas Fair organized by La Canonja town council to create a space of fun and entertainment for children and their families.
Toy collection campaign “Your rights at stake”.
ELIX joined the toy collection campaign "Your rights at stake", organized by the Red Cross Youth aimed at providing boys and girls in the province of Tarragona with a non-violent and non-sexist toy during the Christmas holidays.
CorAvant Congenital Heart Foundation.
Once again, Elix collaborated with the CorAvant foundation, whose mission is to respond to the social needs of people with congenital heart disease, promote awareness of this pathology in society and promote non-clinical research in institutions.
Tarragona Food Bank.
In the survey to choose the Christmas hamper, ELIX gave its employees the opportunity to donate the equivalent value of the hamper to a non-profit organization. The donation was made to the Tarragona Food Bank Foundation, an organization of voluntaries that helps thousands of vulnerable people in that province.
DHIDES Association.
On the occasion of the second edition of ELIX DNA, a series of motivational conferences whose mission is to reinforce its DNA as a company, ELIX made a financial donation for each conference attendee to the DHIDES Association, aimed at helping to eradicate social inequalities and improving the quality of life of citizens through equal opportunities.
Cerebral Palsy Provincial Association of Tarragona (APPC) - Foundation La Muntanyeta.
ELIX Polymers made a donation to this non-profit organization dedicated to the comprehensive care of children and adults affected by cerebral palsy in the province of Tarragona. The company made this donation on the occasion of the 2nd ELIX-Sant Jordi Short Story Contest 2022 and gave all participants a charity bookmark, designed by hand by people with cerebral palsy from the Trèvol Care Home (Tarragona).
Wish Tree - Vila-seca Care Home.
The company created a Wish Tree for the 2022 Christmas holidays. A charitable initiative aimed at collecting and fulfilling the dreams of all the elderly residents at the aforementioned care home. The initiative involved the installation of three Christmas trees in ELIX’s offices, one virtual and two physical, made up of cards with the name and wishes of each person at the care home. The company’s employees took it upon themselves to make these wishes come true by buying a gift for each of them.
Donation of IT equipment.
ELIX Polymers collaborated with the Rovira i Virgili University, the Quilòmetre Zero association and the Todos en Azul association with a donation of 26 laptops and 12 printers.
Donations and financial contributions to local entities in 2022 amounted to 13,180 euros.
Inspira STEAM project:
ELIX, as part of its volunteering initiatives, participates in the Inspira STEAM project of the University of Deusto, through the Rovira i Virgili University. Inspira STEAM is a pioneering project that fosters interest in scientific-technological careers among women, based on raising awareness and career guidance actions voluntarily given by professionals from the world of research, science and technology. During the 2021-2022 academic year, a total of eight ELIX employees participated as mentors, allowing girls and boys in the 6th grade of primary education from different schools in the province of Tarragona to gain first-hand experience of their day-to-day work.
Repte Experimenta Programme:
ELIX collaborates with this project through a collaboration agreement with the Rovira i Virgili University Foundation. Repte Experimenta is a training programme aimed at awakening interest in scientific careers among boys and girls in the first and second years of ESO (aged between 11 and 13 years). ELIX Polymers offers financial and active support for the programme: we are scientific sponsors of a group of students and of the awards.
This seventh sustainability report prepared by ELIX covers the period between 1 January and 31 December 2022. The scope of the information in the report corresponds to the activity of ELIX Polymers, SL, at its headquarters and production plant in La Canonja (in Tarragona, Spain).
The content of this report aims to show ELIX's performance with regard to all aspects identified as material for the organization, using the GRI standards as a reference.
This report has been prepared with the direct participation of people from different key management areas of ELIX, represented in the Corporate Social Responsibility Area, who have provided information related to the range of aspects included in it. It is therefore the result of teamwork in which each of those involved has contributed their knowledge and experience.
The principles of comparability, reliability, materiality and relevance have been applied, aligned with the indicator GRI 1- Foundation 2021:
Comparability. Set out in GRI 1- Foundation 2021 as comparability: "The organization shall select, compile, and report information consistently to enable an analysis of changes in the organization’s impacts over time and an analysis of these impacts relative to those of other organizations" and timeliness : "The organization shall report information on a regular schedule and make it available in time for information users to make decisions”.
Reliability. Set out in GRI 1- Foundation 2021 as accuracy: "The organization shall report information that is correct and sufficiently detailed to allow an assessment of the organization’s impacts", completeness; "The organization shall provide sufficient information to enable an assessment of the organization’s impacts during the reporting period" and verifiability; "The organization shall gather, record, compile, and analyse information in such a way that the information can be examined to establish its quality".
Relevance. Set out in GRI 1- Foundation 2021 as balance: "The organization shall report information in an unbiased way and provide a fair representation of the organization’s negative and positive impacts" and clarity; "The organization shall present information in a way that is accessible and understandable".
Materiality. Set out in GRI 1- Foundation 2021 as sustainability context: "The organization shall report information about its impacts in the wider context of sustainable development."
ELIX presents the information referred to in this GRI content index for the period between 1 January and 31 December 2022, based on the GRI Standards.
GRI STANDARDS AND CONTENTS SECTION OR DIRECT RESPONSE
GRI 1: Foundation 2021
GRI 2: General Disclosures 2021
THE ORGANIZATION AND ITS REPORTING PRACTICES
2-1 Organizational details ABOUT THIS REPORT
Industrial estate
Ctra. de Vilaseca - La Pineda s/n 43110 la Canonja (Spain)
OMISSIONS
SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS GLOBAL COMPACT
2-2 Entities included in the organization’s sustainability reporting
2-3 Reporting period, frequency and contact point
ABOUT THIS REPORT
ABOUT THIS REPORT
Date of most recent report 2021 Reporting cycle Annual
2-4 Restatements of information There were no restatements of the information provided in previous reports.
2-5 External assurance Not applicable.
ACTIVITIES AND WORKERS
2-6 Activities, value chain and other business relationships
2022 IN FIGURES
PRODUCTION PROCESS AND VALUE CHAIN
2-7 Employees EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT ELIX does not have any employees on zero-hour contracts.
8. Decent work and economic growth Principle 6: Businesses should support the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
2-8 Workers who are not employees EMPLOYEE DEVELOPMENT
2-9 Governance structure and composition GOVERNANCE AND ETHICS
2-11 Chair of the highest governance body ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE
2-12 Role of the highest governance body in overseeing the management of impacts
2-13 Delegation of responsibility for managing impacts
2-14 Role of the highest governance body in sustainability reporting
2020-2025 SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
8. Decent work and economic growth Principle 6: Businesses should support the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
2020-2025 SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
2020-2025 SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
2-15 Conflicts of interest GOVERNANCE AND ETHICS
2-21 Annual total compensation ratio 3.66
STRATEGY, POLICIES AND PRACTICES
2-22 Statement on the sustainable development strategy
2-23 Policy commitments
MESSAGE FROM THE CEO
2020-2025 SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
2020-2025 SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Principle 4: Businesses should support the elimination of all forms of forced and compulsory labour.
Principle 5: Businesses should support the effective abolition of child labour.
2-24 Embedding policy commitments GOVERNANCE AND ETHICS
2020-2025 SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
2-25 Processes to remediate negative impacts GOVERNANCE AND ETHICS
RISK ANALYSIS
2-26 Mechanisms for seeking advice and raising concerns
2-27 Compliance with laws and regulations
STAKEHOLDERS, DIALOGUE AND COMMUNICATION
In 2022, a tax audit penalty was recorded for interest and dividends paid between 2016-2018 (€9.5 million penalty and €2 million interest).
2-28 Membership of associations PARTNERSHIPS
STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
2-29 Approach to stakeholder engagement STAKEHOLDERS, DIALOGUE AND COMMUNICATION
2-30 Collective bargaining agreements SOCIAL BENEFITS
GRI 201: Economic performance 2016
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
Net profit before and after tax for 2022 was less than for 2021, for two main reasons:
• European demand in terms of tonnage of ABS decreased on average by 13-15 %, which therefore had an equivalent impact on ELIX.
• Due to the impact of the payment to the Treasury of €9.5m in principal plus €2.0m in late payment interest, resulting from the tax audit for interest and dividends paid between 2016-2018.
8. Decent work and economic growth Principle 3: Business should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining.
201-1 Direct economic value generated and distributed
ECONOMIC VALUE GENERATED
2. Zero hunger
5. Gender equality
7. Affordable and clean energy
8. Decent work and economic growth
9. Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
GRI 202: Market presence 2016
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
202-1 Ratios of standard entry level wage by gender compared to local minimum wage
*Calculated as the average of the company's total wage bill.
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN
204-1 Proportion of spending on local suppliers SUSTAINABLE SUPPLY CHAIN
GRI 205:
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
GOVERNANCE AND ETHICS
205-2 Communication and training on anticorruption policies and procedures
GOVERNANCE AND ETHICS
In 2022, no specific anti-corruption training was carried out.
1. No poverty
5. Gender equality
7. Affordable and clean energy
8. Decent work and economic growth
12. Responsible consumption and production
16. Peace, justice and strong institutions Principle 10: Businesses should work against corruption in all its forms, including extortion and bribery.
GRI 206: Anti-competitive behavior 2016
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
206-1 Legal actions for anticompetitive behaviour, anti-trust, and monopoly practices
GRI 300 Environmental topics
GRI 301: Materials 2016
There have been no legal proceedings related to anticompetitive behaviour.
16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
EFFICIENT CONSUMPTION OF RAW MATERIALS
301-1 Materials used by weight or volume
EFFICIENT CONSUMPTION OF RAW MATERIALS
WEIGHT OF MATERIALS USED TO PRODUCE AND PACKAGE THE MAIN PRODUCTS (t)
12. Responsible consumption and production Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility. Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
7. Affordable and clean energy
8. Decent work and economic growth
12. Responsible consumption and production
13. Climate action
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies. 302-3
7. Affordable and clean energy
8. Decent work and economic growth
12. Responsible consumption and production
13. Climate action
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies
7. Affordable and clean energy
8. Decent work and economic growth
12. Responsible consumption and production
13. Climate action
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
6. Clean water and sanitation Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
303-3 Water withdrawal by source EFFICIENT WATER CONSUMPTION
There is no withdrawal or consumption of water in areas with water stress.
6. Clean water and sanitation Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
304-1 Operational sites owned, leased, managed in, or adjacent to, protected areas and areas of high biodiversity value outside protected areas
ELIX’s facilities are not located in protected areas or areas of high biodiversity value. The closest natural area to the facilities is the PEIN (Plan for Areas of Natural Interest) Séquia Major, located 4.1 km from the plant. ELIX carries out periodic controls to prevent spills or any other accident that may affect this or other nearby natural spaces (Zero Pellets Loss programme, among other actions).
13. Climate action
14. Life below water
15. Life on land
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
GRI 305: Emissions 2016
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
REDUCTION OF OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT PROTECTION OF AIR QUALITY
305-5 Reduction of GHG emissions REDUCTION OF OUR CARBON FOOTPRINT
13. Climate action
14. Life below water
15. Life on land
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
1.These figures correspond to measurements made during the year at the emission sources. The methodologies of our Environmental Authorization are applied when carrying out the measurements.
GRI
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3. Good health and well-being
12. Responsible consumption and production
13. Climate action
14. Life below water
15. Life on land
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
306-1 Waste generation and significant waste-related impacts
WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECOVERY
3. Good health and well-being
12. Responsible consumption and production
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
306-2 Management of significant waste-related impacts
WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECOVERY
3. Good health and well-being
12. Responsible consumption and production
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
306-3 Waste generated WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECOVERY
12. Responsible consumption and production Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
*All waste management takes place off-site.
12. Responsible consumption and production
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
*All waste management takes place off-site.
**In 2022 some High-TOC wastewater was generated due to operational problems in the external water treatment plant. Physicochemical and biological treatment of polluted water is classified as “disposal”; For this reason, "Other disposal operations" includes the tonnes of this waste generated.
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
SUSTAINABLE PURCHASING PROJECT
12. Responsible consumption and production Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
308-1
12. Responsible consumption and production
Principle 7: Businesses should support a precautionary approach to environmental challenges.
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies. GRI
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5. Gender equality
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 6: Businesses should support the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
NA: Data not available for 2020 and 2021.
3-3 Management of material topics
With regard to the management and relationship with company employees, the main risk identified would be related to the system for recording working hours due to its scope and compliance with applicable legislation and regulations. For this reason we are currently working on improving said system so that it is more complete and digitized and responds both to legislative needs and to our internal needs in terms of control and registration of working hours.
402-1 Minimum notice periods regarding operational changes
The minimum notice period for organizational changes is 30 days as established by collective agreement, although in practice more notice is given than the regulations dictate.
8. Decent work and economic growth Principle 3: Business should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining. Principle 6: Businesses should support the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
403-1 Occupational health and safety management system
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
One of the strategic initiatives of the HSE area for 2022 was to obtain a certification in the occupational health and safety management system, more specifically according to the requirements established in ISO45001. To this end, a precertification audit was established as a method of validating the success of this initiative.
In 2022, the existing Occupational Health and Safety system at ELIX was reviewed to subsequently adapt it to the requirements established in the ISO 45001:2018 standard. This was carried out with the help of an expert consultant in management systems, with the constant support of the different members of the IPS (internal prevention service) and the HSE manager. This initiative involved the review of practically all existing preventive procedures, as well as other documentation. The last phase of the initiative involves training actions which have been scheduled for the beginning of 2023 for all ELIX personnel to explain the changes made to the current management system.
3. Good health and well-being Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
403-2 Hazard identification, risk assessment and incident investigation
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
Review in 2022 of procedure SE-10540 RISK ASSESSMENT OF JOB POSITIONS
The Internal Prevention Service carries out a risk assessment by function based on the list of tasks and information provided by the person in charge of the area. This risk assessment will be reviewed and validated in the work session(s) by a team made up of: area manager, job position representatives (to be designated by area managers), prevention officers and the Internal Prevention Service.
The risk factors evaluated are grouped into 4 vectors: A. Risk of accident by form of contact B. Exposure to physical or chemical agents C. Exposure to ergonomic conditions
D. Psychosocial risk factors. Each function performed by a worker is broken down into tasks that are the subject of analysis. The risk factors that exist in the performance of each function are identified and the residual risk is evaluated based on pre-established evaluation criteria. Once the tasks and associated risk factors have been evaluated, the necessary prevention and protection measures are established to control those risks that cannot be eliminated and a plan is established for executing said actions, in which the responsibilities and deadlines are assigned.
3. Good health and well-being
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
procedure SE-10550_1
The aim of this procedure is to establish the system used by ELIX Polymers to anticipate, detect and meet the training and development needs of its personnel in HSE matters, and to evaluate the effectiveness of the training actions undertaken. This is to improve the skills of employees and to ensure compliance with HSE requirements and the ELIX Management System is not affected.
This procedure also helps to manage and minimize the HSE aspects and risks associated with working conditions (in all areas of ELIX) through specific training/information for all employees and/or the necessary experience in HSE matters, prior to the performance of their duties and/or positions. This procedure is applicable to all personnel, affecting all levels and functions of ELIX.
Review in 2022 of procedure SE-10529 COMMUNICATION AND MANAGEMENT OF UNSAFE SITUATIONS
The aim of this procedure is to define the process of communication and management of unsafe situations observed in our company that could give rise to an accident with consequences for the individual and/or the facility. The main objectives of this process are:
- Improve working conditions in terms of safety.
- Reduce the number of incidents and the associated risk factor (probability and severity).
- Learn from experiences to avoid their recurrence.
- Contribute to improving the safety climate within the workplace.
- Contribute to the improvement of the objectives of the different departments in terms of safety.
- Encourage participation, professional development and empowerment of employees regarding their workplace and operations.
The procedure is applicable both to ELIX personnel and to service company personnel who carry out activities in our facilities or whose activity may have an effect on them.
Review in 2022 of the procedure SE-10100 NOTIFICATION AND INVESTIGATION OF ACCIDENTS / INCIDENTS
The purpose of this procedure is to define the notification, investigation and management system in the event of work-related, process or environmental accidents/incidents occurring at ELIX Polymers facilities.
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OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
At ELIX we have integrated the 24-hour support service with the health surveillance service, which facilitates accessibility and creates a relationship of trust with the doctor and other healthcare personnel, and improves the latter's knowledge of the job positions, tasks and possible associated risks. Based on the risk assessment of each job position, the Health Surveillance Prevention Service determines the medical protocols to be applied in the medical examination that is carried out annually for all employees. Analyses, instrumental tests and medical consultations are carried out in the facilities adjacent to the company within the industrial park where we are located.
In the case of new hires, reinstatements after a prolonged absence, or sensitivity associated with a pathology that has arisen throughout the year, a new medical examination is carried out and, if applicable, restrictions are established in the workplace to protect the worker. The published annual epidemiological study includes collective health indicators that serve to define health promotion strategies.
3. Good health and well-being Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
The aim of this procedure is to establish the mechanisms for the participation and consultation of workers in occupational health and safety, established in the regulations on occupational risk prevention and health and safety; guaranteeing through the Management System the right of workers to consultation and participation vis-à-vis the company (and its representatives) in
3. Good health and well-being Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
403-5 Employee training on occupational health and safety
matters of occupational risk prevention, thus complying with the provisions of articles 33 and 34 of Law 31/1995 and related regulations. It should also be noted that consultation and participation is related to many other sections of the Management System such as communication, risk identification and assessment, accident and incident investigation and non-conformity management, monitoring of objectives, etc. This procedure applies to all personnel, affecting all levels and functions of the Organization.
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
3. Good health and well-being
4. Quality education
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
403-6 Promotion of worker health
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
3. Good health and well-being
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
403-7 Prevention and mitigation of occupational health and safety impacts directly linked by business relationships
OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
3. Good health and well-being
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
403-8 Workers covered by an occupational health and safety management system
97% of employees are covered by a health and safety management system, which is internally and externally audited.*
*Partially retired personnel are not included.
403-9 Work-related injuries OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND SAFETY
In 2022 there were no work-related injuries with major consequences or work-related deaths. In the case of external workers, there were 2 work-related injuries, a rate of 4.57.
3-3 Management of material topics One of the risks identified is the management of training and employee development. To this end, we have focused on improving how we manage employee recognition through the implementation of different communication and continuous feedback mechanisms and on correctly identifying and managing the different development processes and ensuring that these are correctly conveyed to employees.
3. Good health and well-being
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
3. Good health and well-being
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
*The Senior Managers category corresponds to the governing bodies.
4. Quality education
5. Gender equality
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 6: Businesses should support the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
5. Gender equality
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 6: Businesses should support the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
406-1 Incidents of discrimination and corrective actions taken
There were no cases of discrimination in 2022.
5. Gender equality
8. Decent work and economic growth
16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
Principle 2: Businesses must make sure they are not complicit in human rights abuses.
Principle 6: Businesses should support the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
407-1 Operations and suppliers in which the right to freedom of association and collective bargaining may be at risk
There were no operations and suppliers in which the right to freedom of association and collective bargaining was at risk
8. Decent work and economic growth Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
Principle 2: Businesses must make sure they are not complicit in human rights abuses.
Principle 3: Business should uphold the freedom of association and the effective recognition of the right to collective bargaining.
GRI 414: Supplier social assessment 2016
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
SUSTAINABLE PURCHASING PROJECT
414-1 New suppliers that were screened using social criteria
SUSTAINABLE PURCHASING PROJECT
8. Decent work and economic growth
16. Peace, justice and strong institutions
Principle 1: Businesses should support and respect the protection of internationally proclaimed human rights, within their sphere of influence.
Principle 2: Businesses must make sure they are not complicit in human rights abuses.
Principle 6: Businesses should support the elimination of discrimination in respect of employment and occupation.
GRI 416: Customer health and safety 2016
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
416-1 Assessment of the health and safety impacts of the product and service categories
All product categories comply with applicable health and safety requirements and regulations.
GRI 417: Marketing and labeling 2016
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
3. Good health and well-being
417-1 Requirements for product and service information and labelling
SECTION OR DIRECT RESPONSE
All product categories have an MSDS "Material Safety Data Sheet" with all the necessary information for their use, a data sheet that is sent with each product and in each shipment to the customer. These data sheets are published on the website.
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION
Investment in R&D&I (percentage of turnover)
RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
ADHERENCE TO SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
12. Responsible consumption and production
12. Responsible consumption and production
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
Adherence to sectoral sustainability initiatives
ADHERENCE TO SUSTAINABILITY INITIATIVES
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
CUSTOMER SERVICE
Customer satisfaction survey results
CUSTOMER SERVICE
1. No poverty
5. Gender equality
12. Responsible consumption and production
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION Life cycle assessment calculation
RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION
3. Good health and well-being
12. Responsible consumption and production
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
E-LOOP, SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
Renewal to create a more sustainable catalogue
E-LOOP, SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
1 (SCS)
1 (P2BC)
1 (customer end-user)
3-3 Management of material topics RISK ANALYSIS
E-LOOP, SUSTAINABLE SOLUTIONS
3. Good health and well-being
12. Responsible consumption and production
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility.
Initiatives to promote the circular economy
12. Responsible consumption and production
8. Decent work and economic growth
Principle 8: Businesses should undertake initiatives to promote greater environmental responsibility. Principle 9: Businesses should encourage the development and diffusion of environmentally friendly technologies.