- Weak demand in the chemical sector
- High energy costs
- Imports from countries with more favorable energy costs
- Uncertainty linked to the lack of a stable and predictable legal framework for energy-intensive companies
- Climate change risks (transition and physical)
- High staff absenteeism (4.9% in 2023)
- Risk of employee claims related to asbestos exposure
- Regulatory changes in environmental matters
Ercros, S.A.
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Ercros, S.A. disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 306.0K tCO2e (2023 unverified); 367000 tCO2e (2022 verified). 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
306.0K tCO2e (2023 unverified); 367000 tCO2e (2022 verified)
2023
Water Usage
8.62 m3/t produced (2023); 9.33 m3/t (2022)
2023
Waste
0.024 tons/t produced (2023); 0.044 tons/t (2022)
2023
Energy Use
4.92 GJ/t produced (2023); 5.07 GJ/t (2022)
2023
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Reduced scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions by 17%
- Reduced energy consumption by 9.5% versus 2022
- Avoided generation of around 1,300 tonnes of CO2 by reducing transport kilometers
- 29% of plastic in containers and packaging is recycled plastic
- 129,000 kilos of pallet wood recycled
- Percentage of recovered water in total water consumption increased by 9.3%
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Reduce direct CO2 emissions by 39% by 2025 (compared to 2020)
📅 Medium-term
- Achieve carbon neutrality by 2050
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate changeResource optimizationSocial responsibilityGender equalityCriminal complianceEnergy managementHealthy business