Policies for the environment
Policies for the environment
Green transition
Green transition
Policies for the environment
Policies for the environment
Iren Group operates in sectors that, by their nature, generate direct and indirect impacts on the environment and, in turn, are strongly influenced by the natural resources used in the processes. Aware of its role in the ecosystem in which it operates, Iren places the protection of the quality of the environment and the rational use of natural resources at the centre of its commitments and strategy.
Decarbonization and reduction of emissions
Decarbonization and reduction of emissions
In its strategic guidelines, Iren Group has made a commitment to constant containment of emissions into the atmosphere, defining objectives for the reduction of CO2 emissions and the increase in those avoided thanks mainly to the use of renewable sources, district heating and to the valorisation of waste as a material.
1.4 mln
tons of CO2 avoided
from waste
tons of CO2 avoided
from waste
Energy production and saving to reduce environmental and economic impacts
Energy production and saving to reduce environmental and economic impacts
700,000 TOE
saved in Group's production processes
in 2022
saved in Group's production processes
in 2022
Iren Group has defined important objectives in its development plan to produce ‘green’ energy and save natural resources, particularly energy resources, is committed to ensuring high levels of energy efficiency in the management of its activities and offers energy efficiency solutions to customers. Choices that contribute not only to reducing environmental impacts, but also to mitigating the economic impact on communities resulting from the rising cost of energy commodities.
Sustainable use of water resources
Sustainable use of water resources
The goals outlined in the Group’s Business Plan include the rational use and protection of water resources; consequently, the Group has defined targets regarding the quantity of water resources withdrawn for distribution for drinking water purposes and the quality of waste returned to the environment, representing key factors for sustainable management.
- 8%
water withdrawals in 2022 compared to 2021
water withdrawals in 2022 compared to 2021
3,536,000
inhabitants reached by the Group's purification capacity
inhabitants reached by the Group's purification capacity
31.2%
network losses compared with the national average of 40.7%
network losses compared with the national average of 40.7%
Protection of biodiversity
Protection of biodiversity
To protect biodiversity and natural habitats, as well as entering into partnerships with Bodies, Institutions and Associations, Iren Group has developed a policy to ensure that the activities managed are compatible and sustainable for the environment and maintain its natural balance.