- Geopolitical situation impacting cargo transit (redirecting traffic from Estonian ports to Russian destinations)
- Risks associated with climate change effects on agriculture
- Risks associated with seasonal fluctuations in demand
- Risks of losses if countries introduce cross-border carbon regulation
- Risks of accidents and work-related injuries
- Risks of personnel loss
- Risks associated with tightening sanctions against Russia
- Risks associated with changing global mineral fertiliser market conditions and price volatility
- Risks associated with changing prices and purchase terms for key inputs and services
Acron Group
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Acron Group disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 10.7 mn t of CO2 equivalent/year. By scope: Scope 1: 9.44 mn t of CO2 equivalent/year; Scope 2: 1.26 mn t of CO2 equivalent/year. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
10.7 mn t of CO2 equivalent/year
2023
Water Usage
58.4M m3/year
2023
Waste
19.5M tons/year
2023
Energy Use
164.6 mn GJ/year
2023
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 9.44 mn t of CO2 equivalent/year |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 1.26 mn t of CO2 equivalent/year |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced water discharge by 6% (7,700 t)
- Increased waste reuse by a factor of 3 (4.9 mn t)
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce specific CO2 emissions by 30% by 2030 (Scopes 1 and 2)
- Continue to reduce lost time injury frequency rate (LTIFR) by 5–10% per year
- Increase employee engagement to 60–65%
- Maintain staff turnover at 8–10%
- Engage at least 0.5% of employees in volunteer initiatives
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2050 (implied)
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeEnvironmental protectionSustainable agricultureWater conservationWaste managementAir protectionBiodiversityOccupational health and safetyHuman resourcesLocal communitiesHuman rightsCorporate governanceSupply chain