As KURÇELİK A.Ş. , sustainability is a strategy that aims not only to fulfill our environmental responsibilities, but also to create long-term growth and value by making our business processes fit for the future. This strategy aims to minimize environmental impacts by using resources effectively, improve our product and service quality and contribute to the general welfare of the society. Below, we detail the key components of our sustainability strategy, the challenges we face, the solutions we have developed and the areas of implementation.
KURÇELİK Sustainability Strategy
Issue: Limited Use of Resources and Environmental Impacts
While operating in the Chipboard – Mdf – Osb Sector, Iron and Steel Sector, Automotive Sector, Industrial Knife Sectors and other machinery sectors, factors such as energy consumption, waste management and raw material supply directly affect environmental sustainability. Intensive energy use in our production processes, greenhouse gas emissions and limited resources are among the factors that threaten sustainability. In addition, the waste generated during production and our carbon footprint have the potential to harm the environment.
Solution: Circular Economy and Innovative Technologies
The main solution proposal of our sustainability strategy is to adopt circular economy principles and produce accordingly. The reuse of raw materials, recycling and innovative technologies that increase energy efficiency play a critical role in reducing our environmental impact. In this context, we invest in technologies that consume less energy and create lower emissions, taking into account sustainable production processes and product life cycle. By using recyclable materials, we strive to reduce our environmental footprint and minimize waste generation.
Application Areas: Sustainable Products and Projects
1. Steel Production and Recycling Technologies
We prioritize the use of recycled materials in steel production. We reduce our environmental impact by using scrap steel and recycled materials in the production of our high quality steel products. In this way, we minimize the use of natural resources and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. At the same time, we aim to reduce energy consumption by making our production processes more efficient.
2. Aluminum and Lightweight Material Technologies
Our aluminum product range makes a great contribution to environmental sustainability as it is lightweight and durable. The fact that aluminum is recyclable makes this material more sustainable. We invest in technologies that save energy and reduce carbon emissions in production processes. Our aluminum solutions, especially for the construction and automotive industries, help reduce the environmental impact in these sectors.
3. Energy Efficiency Projects
At KURÇELİK, we invest in projects that increase energy efficiency. We implement technologies that reduce energy consumption and transition strategies to green energy sources in our production facilities. Thanks to our investments in solar panels and other renewable energy sources, we aim to meet some of our energy needs with renewable energy. In this way, we plan to significantly reduce our carbon footprint.
4. Waste Management and Recycling
Waste management is one of the most important components of our sustainability strategy. We utilize the metal waste generated in our production processes in the most efficient way and include it in recycling processes. In this way, we reduce our environmental impact by reusing materials that would otherwise go directly to landfill. We also invest in advanced technologies for the proper disposal of hazardous waste.
Issue: Climate Change and Carbon Footprint
Greenhouse gas emissions caused by industrial activities are one of the biggest triggers of climate change. KurÇelik’s production activities also have the potential to create negative impacts on climate change due to energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions.
Solution: Carbon Neutral Targets and Low Carbon Production
KURÇELİK develops strategies to reduce its carbon footprint and to become carbon neutral in the long term. In this context, we take steps to reduce our emissions by using low-carbon technologies in production processes. We also aim to compensate for direct greenhouse gas emissions by investing in carbon offset projects.
Application Areas: Low Carbon Production
1. Renewable Energy Investments
Redirecting our energy consumption to renewable resources is one of the most effective ways to reduce our carbon emissions. By producing with energy from sources such as solar energy and wind energy, we both reduce energy costs and minimize our negative impact on the environment.
2. Sustainable Supply Chain
We strictly adhere to sustainability principles in our supply chain. When procuring raw materials from our suppliers, we prefer to work with companies that engage in environmentally friendly and low-carbon production. In this way, we implement a sustainability strategy not only in our own processes but also in our entire supply chain.
Issue Social and Societal Responsibility
Sustainability is not limited to environmental factors. At the same time, fulfilling our social responsibilities towards society and our employees is an important part of our sustainability strategy. We need to make further progress in areas of social responsibility such as employee health and safety, equality at work and equal opportunities.
Solution: Social Responsibility Projects and Employee-Oriented Approaches
We develop various social responsibility projects to improve the well-being of our employees at work and contribute to society. We aim to increase employee satisfaction through training programs, professional development opportunities and occupational health and safety measures. We also make positive contributions to our environment by participating in community projects.
Application Areas: Employee Wellbeing and Contribution to Society
1. Employee Training Programs
We offer regular training programs to ensure the continuous development of our employees. In addition to vocational trainings, we contribute to the self-improvement of our employees through personal development-oriented trainings. In this way, we both increase productivity in the workplace and increase employee satisfaction.
2. Social Responsibility Projects
We take part in various social responsibility projects to contribute to our society. By contributing to projects that support local communities, we aim to create value not only in the business world but also in society.
Conclusion: Stepping into a Sustainable Future
As KURÇELİK A.Ş., our sustainability strategy aims for long-term success by integrating our environmental, social and economic responsibilities. We are determined to build a sustainable future by using our resources efficiently, protecting our environment and contributing to society. In line with this goal, we will continue to move forward with continuous development-oriented and innovative solutions.