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Şişecam (IST: SISE) published its 2023 Sustainability Report and shared the steps it took and the achievements it achieved to achieve its sustainability goals.
This report details Şişecam's sustainability strategies and vision for the future.
R&D and sustainability projects
Şişecam spent a total of 275 million TL on R&D projects in 2023 and allocated 63.5% of these expenditures to sustainability projects. Thanks to these investments, the share of sustainable products in turnover reached 16.2%.
Local supply and renewable energy investments
With its mission of supporting local suppliers, Şişecam determined the local supply rate in the total purchasing budget as 79.1% and the rate of locally supplied raw materials as 86%. As of 2023, it increased its renewable energy installed capacity to 10 MWp after solar energy investments in Türkiye and Italy.
Reduction in water consumption and environmental expenses
The company reduced the amount of water consumption per unit production by 25% compared to 2020, reducing it to 3.5 m3/ton. A total of 387 million TL environmental expenditure was made in 2023.
Innovation and occupational health and safety (OHS) practices
Şişecam also made investments in occupational health and safety by supporting its sustainability efforts with technology. Virtual Reality Supported OHS Project started to be implemented in Bursa, Eskişehir and Mersin factories and on-site training was given to employees in these factories.
Female Employee Ratio and Gender Equality
Şisecam, whose female employee rate reached 23.6% in 2023, aims to increase this rate to 25% within the scope of the CareforNext strategy. The company continues to create a more equitable and inclusive work environment with various projects that support gender equality.
Low Carbon Road Map and Future Plans
Şişecam continues its low-carbon roadmap studies in 2023, aiming to identify and prioritize technology alternatives in line with the 2050 carbon neutral vision.
Şişecam's sustainability strategy and goals
Şişecam carries out projects on the axis of protecting the planet, strengthening society and transforming life within the scope of CareforNext 2030 Sustainability Strategy. In line with this strategy, it has set clear and concrete targets on issues such as combating climate change, reducing water consumption, developing sustainable products and occupational health safety.
Related statistics and data
| Category | 2023 Results |
|---|---|
| R&D Expenditures | 275 million TL |
| Sustainability Projects Share | 63.5% |
| Turnover Share of Sustainable Products | 16.2% |
| Local Supply Rate | 79.1% |
| Local Raw Material Supply Rate | 86% |
| Renewable Energy Installed Capacity | 10 MWp |
| Water Consumption | 3.5 m3/ton (25% decrease compared to 2020) |
| Environmental Expenditures | 387 million TL |
| Female Employee Ratio | 23.6% |
For Şişecam 2023 Sustainability Report: Şişecam Sustainability Report 2023
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