- Global waste is expected to grow annually to 3.4 billion tonnes by 2050.
- Implementation of EU circular economy measures.
- Climate change and its impact on operations and regulatory changes.
- Changes in energy regulations leading to increased costs.
- Depletion of raw materials.
- Lack of adaptation to changes in local laws favoring local markets.
- Risks related to human rights violations in some operating countries.
- Risks related to information and communication technologies.
URBASER, S.A.U.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2019 reporting, URBASER, S.A.U. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 5.0 million tCO2e. By scope: Scope 1: 135.2K tCO2e; Scope 2: 20.5K tCO2e; Scope 3: 4.4M tCO2e. 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
5.0 million tCO2e
2019
Renewable Energy
18% of electricity generated (67% from renewable sources in total energy)
of total energy
Water Usage
6.8M m3
2019
Waste
35.9K tons
2019
Energy Use
1.5K GWh
2019
📊 Emissions by Scope (2019)
| 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). | 135.2K tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 20.5K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 4.4M tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2019 | 5.0 million tCO2e |
| 2018 | 4.4M tCO2e |
| 2017 | 4.4M tCO2e |
| 2016 | 1.3M tCO2e prevented in 2016 |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy consumption by 1,711.53 MWh thanks to efficient energy management.
- Reduced GHG emissions by 183,966.91 tCO2e.
- Avoided emission of 1,860,522.29 tCO2e through renewable energy generation, material and fuel recovery, and compost recovery.
- Reduced energy intensity by 9% compared to 2016.
- 100% renewable energy consumption at Tirme (Mallorca).
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Consolidation of URBASER’s ethical culture.
- Creation of internal communication and complaints channels in all operating countries.
- Complete implementation of the supplier management portal in Spain.
- Implementation of a global accident recording and reporting system.
📅 Medium-term
- Define and communicate the new procedure for supplier selection, approval, and evaluation worldwide.
- Define an audit procedure for suppliers and begin the first audits.
- 100% of subsidiaries certified under OSHAS 18001 will transition to ISO 45001.
- 5% reduction in the intensity of scope 1 and 2 emissions.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Sustainable citiesCircular economyClimate changeHuman rightsSocial inclusionSustainable purchasingTransparency and reportingComplianceInnovationRisk managementHealth and safetyEnergy managementWater managementEnvironmental managementBusiness ethicsBiodiversitySustainable investment