Onze duurzaame reis wordt samengevat in onze bedrijfsclaim: Energizing a New World. Dit leidende principe onderstreept ons doel en stuurt onze transformatieve inspanningen als onderdeel van de Exide Duurzaamheidsstrategie.
Onze duurzaamheidsstrategie draait om de pijlers op het gebied van milieu, maatschappij en bestuur. Toegewijd aan ESG-praktijken en in lijn met de Europese Green Deal, werkt Exide resoluut aan het bereiken van CO2-neutraliteit.
Het Exide Technologies ESG-rapport benadrukt onze vooruitgang bij het ontwikkelen van duurzame oplossingen voor batterijopslag, onze toewijding om de impact op het milieu te verminderen en onze inspanningen om het welzijn van onze gemeenschappen te verbeteren.
We design, manufacture, and deliver advanced battery storage solutions and energy storage systems that exemplify a circular economy, reduce carbon footprints, and enhance community well-being.
With three dedicated recycling facilities, we ensure the responsible and efficient closed-loop recycling of batteries & materials,
supporting our commitment to a sustainable future.
We aspire to be the driving force behind the seamless integration of renewable energy, empowering our customers on their journey
to net-zero emissions. We are making significant steps toward our 2050 climate neutrality with a target of achieving 30% reduction in our Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 2030, using FY22 as our baseline.
In our pursuit of environmental responsibility, we have launched a strategic initiative focused on reducing our direct emissions (Scope 1) and emissions from purchased energy (Scope 2). As part of our long-term ESG objectives, we are committed to achieving a 30% reduction in our Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by the end of 2030, compared to FY22 as the baseline year.
Furthermore, we are dedicated to enhancing the sustainability of our operations by ensuring a minimum of 20% of the energy consumption derives from renewable energy, generated by the company (or on our behalf), by 2030.
Find more details in our 2024 ESG Report.
At Exide, we are committed to environmental stewardship and are taking decisive steps to manage pollution across our operations. We are in the process of developing a comprehensive Pollution Management Policy for pollution reduction with plans to have it fully established by the end of FY25 and implemented by the end of FY26. This policy will guide the establishment of enhanced operational control procedures to ensure compliance with our environmental standards. In addition, we are creating a robust reporting and data collection system. This system will enhance our ability to analyze data and make informed decisions, supporting our efforts to establish targets for reducing emissions of lead and sulfate.
Find more details in our 2024 ESG Report.
We are dedicated to minimizing our environmental impact through meticulous resource control, including water consumption and waste management.
In FY24, our operations utilized over 2 million m3 of water. Recognizing the scarcity of this vital resource, we are actively analyzing our water consumption practices.
Find more details in our 2024 ESG Report.
Onze milieu samenwerking
Exide werkt samen met experts uit de industrie om milieu-, gezondheids- en veiligheidsnormen voor de industrie te bevorderen.
At Exide, occupational health and safety are of utmost importance. We are committed to fostering a strong safety culture striving for zero harm in all operations, benefiting not only our employees but also our suppliers, customers, stakeholders, and society at large. Comprehensive health and safety policies, supported by a proactive approach of preventing occupational risks, ensure adherence to the regulations of each country we operate in. Our manufacturing sites are predominantly ISO 45001 certified, reflecting our robust occupational health and safety culture and the proactive risk mitigation.
Find more details in our 2024 ESG Report.
Exide Technologies, along with its subsidiaries, is dedicated to promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion within our workforce. We are committed to fostering a workplace culture that values and respects individual differences, ensuring that all employees feel accepted and respected. Our goal is to have a workforce that reflects the diversity of society and our customer base, enabling each employee to perform at their best.
Find more details in our 2024 ESG Report.
Bij Exide Technologies is de toewijding aan onze mensen van fundamenteel belang voor onze identiteit als voorkeurswerkgever. Wij geven prioriteit aan het creëren van een veilige en stabiele werkplek waar elke medewerker zich gewaardeerd en gesterkt voelt. Onze toewijding strekt zich uit tot het bevorderen van een inclusief en bekwaam personeelsbestand, waarbij we ervoor zorgen dat diversiteit, professionele ontwikkeling en welzijn de kern vormen van onze bedrijfscultuur.
Als erkenning voor deze inspanningen werd ons innovatieve Frontline Supervisor Program geëerd met de Brandon Hall Award 2023 in de categorie ‘Best Development Program for Frontline Leaders’. Het programma kreeg ook erkenning van CEGOS en Equipos & Talento. Forbes bevestigde onze toewijding aan uitmuntendheid op de werkvloer door Exide Spanje vijf jaar op rij op te nemen in de lijst van de 100 beste bedrijven in Spanje om voor te werken, inclusief de recente prijs voor 2024. Exide Polen werd door Forbes Polen geselecteerd als een van de beste 300 bedrijven om voor te werken, wat onze positie als toonaangevende werkgever in de sector benadrukt.
Duurzame praktijken gaan niet alleen over onmiddellijke winst; ze richten zich op de levenbaarheid op de lange termijn. Verantwoord bestuur zorgt ervoor dat duurzaamheid in het DNA van de onderneming zit.
We hold a deep respect for ethical business conduct and passionately believe in operating with integrity and transparency. Our operations are guided by a Code of Ethics and Business Conduct that embodies our core values of integrity, honesty, respect for human dignity, openness, and non-discrimination regardless of religion, ideology, gender, or ethnicity across the entire value chain. Also, we closely monitor our value chain to ensure compliance with our stringent Supplier Code of Conduct, which covers labor rights, health and safety, environmental stewardship, and business ethics.
Find more details in our 2024 ESG Report.
Exide’s Code of Ethics and Business Conduct is the cornerstone of our commitment to fostering a healthy business environment. By establishing clear guidelines for honesty, integrity, and legal compliance, the Code ensures that all business dealings are conducted ethically and responsibly. It applies universally to our directors, officers, and employees, setting the standard for behavior that promotes trust and respect within the company and in our interactions with partners and communities. The Code also extends to third parties representing Exide, requiring adherence to these principles to maintain the integrity of our operations. In essence, the Code is a blueprint for building a sustainable and reputable business that positively impacts all stakeholders.
Find more details in our 2024 ESG Report.
Bovendien hebben we in 2023, vooroplopend op het gebied van verantwoording en transparantie, documentatie ingediend voor analyse door CDP. Deze inzending toont onze grote inzet voor openbaarmaking en actieve betrokkenheid bij de dialoog over de impact op het milieu en verantwoordelijkheid.
What is the UN Global Compact?
The UN Global Compact is the world’s largest corporate sustainability initiative. It brings together over 17.000 companies and 4.000 non-business entities from across the globe, all united by a shared goal: to create a sustainable and inclusive global economy. By participating, we join a distinguished group of organizations dedicated to aligning their strategies and operations with ten universally accepted principles in the areas of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption.
*Officially listed as Energy Technologies Holdings LLC. (Exide Technologies is a subsidiary of Energy Technologies Holdings LLC)
