Elix Polymers says it will cover all its electricity consumption from alternative sources to fossil fuels. One hundred percent of the electricity consumed by the company’s Tarragona plant reportedly will have the Guarantee of Origin (GO) certified by the National Commission on Markets and Competition (CNMC). This will allow Elix to reduce its CO2 emissions by approximately 10,800 tons per year, according to the company.
In a news release from the company, Francisco Duran, head of operations, says, “This puts us one step closer to the priority objective included in our sustainable operations program, which is to decrease the carbon footprint associated with our operations. The use of renewable sources for the electricity supply to our facilities represents a relevant milestone in our plan.”
Narcis Vidal, SCM & operations director, adds, “Our commitment goes hand in hand with developing a sustainable operations program, in which we include the sustainable evaluation of our supply chain and establish collaboration projects, thereby sharing challenges with our main partners. The visibility, traceability and mitigation of the ESG risks of our suppliers strengthens ELIX’s commitment to responsible operation of the business.”
The company has designated four strategic priorities aligned with its sustainable development goals (SDGs):
· Fostering a sustainable plastics system, with a clear focus on circularity and the efficient use of resources
· Adapting to and mitigating climate change to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and the intensity of its water footprint
· Ethical business and a positive contribution to social well-being throughout the value chain
· Contributing to reducing the loss of biodiversity
Read the press release at www.elix-polymers.com
