SUSTAINABILITY
OUR FOCUS ON SUSTAINABILITY
There is only one way to sum up all the work we have done in 2023: we succeeded in creating value in the geographies in which we operate. We contribute to communities to make a valuable tangible and intangible contribution, based on the sustainable practice of our operations.
SUSTAINABILITY IN 2023
We are making great strides to integrate sustainability into the business and aim to be a leader in the infrastructure sector in this area. Therefore, in 2023 we have reviewed our strategy and defined a new Sustainability Master Plan 2023-25, based on materiality and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), with the aim of moving towards a more responsible economic model.
The actions of the Sustainability Master Plan are classified around five vectors, which group together different strategic lines, essential to achieve the integration of sustainability at all levels of the organisation and the business.
We have tools that facilitate the traceability of the impact generated by our sustainable development model, in order to guarantee the exercise of good practices, both within our sector and globally.
These include participation in the Sustainalytics rating, which measures the company's level of risk based on its ESG management. In recognition of the strength of the sustainable practices that make up our business model, we have achieved a very satisfactory ranking globally: second best rated company and leader in the Transport Infrastructure sector.
CONTRIBUTION TO THE SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
The ROADIS Sustainability Master Plan 2023-25 contributes to the achievement of the 2030 Agenda. Each line of action has been linked to specific SDG targets to highlight both the direct and indirect contribution to the global development agenda.
To more efficiently and effectively advance sustainability integration and maximise our impact, we joined the United Nations Global Compact in 2022, submitting our first progress report in 2023.
ROADIS is concerned about the health and well-being of its employees, communities and users. We therefore have a solid health and safety policy and carry out road safety campaigns and other awareness building actions aimed at users and the community
We are committed with our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, because we firmly believe in equal opportunities and that diverse teams bring richness to projects and improve the work environment.
We contribute to SDG 8 not only through direct job creation but also through the economic value generated by the management of infrastructures that promote mobility and connectivity between people.
Our contribution to SDG 9 is through the development and management of new infrastructures and projects in green and industrial regions. We are also firmly committed to innovation and want to embed ir in the company´s DNA.
Our business facilitates connectivity and mobility of people, services and goods. We commit to the sustainable development of cities and the communities in which we operate
We contribute to the transformation of the current model of consumption and production by developing circular economy practices, focusing on efficient waste management and the sustainable use of natural resources.
Road networks impact climate change as a result of the emissions generated by their use and are affected by extreme climate events and rising temperatures. We are working on mitigating the effects of climate change.
Transparency, ethics, governance and legislative compliance are the hallmarks of our sector. We defend human rights and fight against bribery and corruption.
ROADIS builds alliances and collaboration with the public and private sector and with civil society, generating synergies while bringing value and having a positive impact on society and the environment.
EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
We firmly believe that diversity provides cultural wealth and guarantees the presence of multiple perspectives, which make company management more agile and productive, and enhance competitiveness. Multicultural teams are more innovative and have an easier time dealing with challenges.
During 2023, 470 people joined the workforce, 45% of whom were women. We continue to incorporate young talent; of the year's new hires, 40% were under the age of 30.
WE WORK TOWARDS
A GREENER FUTURE
Our Environmental Policy provides the basis for our strategy to minimise our impact on the environment, ensure legal compliance and manage the risks and opportunities associated with the energy transition.
We analyse climate change risks following the recommendations of the TCFD (Task Force on Climate related Financial Disclosures), addressing both physical and transitional risks in the medium and long term. In 2023 we have conducted, with the support of Zurich Resilience Solutions, a comprehensive analysis to identify and prioritise the most significant climate risks that could impact our operations and assets. Thanks to this work, we can implement proactive mitigation measures, such as improving infrastructure to withstand extreme weather events and implementing environmental monitoring systems to detect early signs of risks.
TRANSITION TO A CARBON NEUTRAL ECONOMY
Taking 2021 emissions as a reference, a Decarbonisation Plan was designed, with reduction targets validated by SBTi in 2023, and with the final objective of achieving Net Zero by 2040.
As for the emissions produced in 2023 for Scopes 1 and 2, these totalled 6,039 t CO2e, with a reduction of 690 t CO2e compared to the previous year in 2022. This significant decrease reflects our ongoing efforts to mitigate our carbon footprint and promote more sustainable practices.
SAFETY IS OUR PRIORITY
Guaranteeing the safety of our road users is our main goal. We express our commitment to road safety by actively adhering to the Vision Zero Principles, which aim to reduce road fatalities to zero by 2050.
In 2023, we have updated our Road Safety Strategy for the period 2023-25 with the objective of improving systems and procedures, with the implementation of ISO 39001 Road Safety Management certification planned for India and COPEXA by 2025 and already in place for A4, VIABAHIA and CAMS.
In addition, in 2023 we have also deployed two road safety campaigns, in June and December, across all our assets, as we have done in previous years. Through signs, banners and distribution of information leaflets, we reinforce important aspects of road safety and good driving practices, such as keeping a safe distance, respecting speed limits or avoiding distractions at the wheel, such as the use of mobile devices.
The health and safety of our employees and partners is paramount. We strive to go beyond compliance with the laws in force in each country, taking a proactive stance towards the rights and welfare of our workers.
All our assets are ISO 45001 certified for Occupational Health and Safety Management. In 2023, a specific plan has been developed to review the Health and Safety management systems, focusing on exposure to external traffic, both during transport to the work area and during the execution of the work. The plan, to be implemented during 2024, focuses on optimising safety procedures for employee transport and traffic management in Operation and Maintenance tasks.
CR & COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
In 2023, we have continued to make progress in developing our corporate responsibility strategy.
We are deeply committed to the development of the communities and countries where we operate. We want to add value to the communities where we operate beyond investing in infrastructure or supporting public services, generating a positive social and environmental impact.
Our Community Development Guidelines lay out the areas of priority for all our corporate responsibility initiatives, which help to promote mobility and sustainable development, socio-economic well-being and the protection of natural resources, in keeping with the SDGs.
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EQUAL EDUCATION
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ELIMINATION OF THE SOCIAL DIVIDE
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COMMUNITY WELL-BEING
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ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY
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CORPORATE COMMITMENT AND VOLUNTEERING
Here are some of the corporate responsibility
initiatives we have implemented in 2023:
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Cleaning of the Santa Catarina River
We joined the initiative organised by the Cíclica and Red Ambiental NGOs to help improve the environment as part of our commitment to communities. Our team at CAMS took part in removing the solid waste that accumulates in the vicinity of the river as it passes through the municipalities of Monterrey and San Pedro. Thanks to this action, 22.5 tonnes of waste and 773 tyres were collected.
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Road safety campaigns
We held an awareness day at the Las Vigas (Xalapa) bus stop to warn about the dangers of driving when tired. For this, in addition to information leaflets and a free coffee dispenser, we deployed a virtual game and an activity with blurred vision glasses. .
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Donations
We started the refurbishment of a primary school in the village of La Rinconada, near CAMS, where many employees live. The computer room was refurbished, painted and refurbished, donating air conditioning equipment and six computers, as well as internet access support.
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Troco Solidario
VIABAHIA collaborates with the Obra Social Irma Dulce to raise funds for the Santo Antonio Educational Centre, which currently houses 900 children and adolescents in vulnerable situations. The funds are raised through the rounding up of payments at toll booths.
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Saúde na BR
Through this initiative, VIABAHIA offered dental, nutritional, psychological, therapeutic and general clinical care to more than 150 truck drivers, in partnership with the Federal Highway Police, as well as a virtual experience on the risks of driving under the influence of alcohol. This is the 12th edition of an initiative that is part of the "Saúde na BR" programme.
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VIA Ambiental
VIABAHIA carries out recreational and educational actions with the population of the municipalities adjacent to our roads, considering environmental issues involving water, fauna, flora and solid waste. Through this programme and within the framework of the Semana da Fauna e da Flora, we conducted a session for 500 students aged 4 to 12 in the public schools of Jaguaquara, Poções and Planalto, to raise awareness among children of the importance of biodiversity. In addition, throughout 2023, training sessions were held for VIABAHIA employees on the identification and care of endangered species
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Respeite quem trabalha na estrada
As a member of the ACPAC, AEA participated in the awareness campaign "Respeite quem trabalha na estrada", to warn of the dangers to which roadside operations and maintenance teams are subjected in their daily work. -
Volunteering
Safety is one of our priorities, which is why we take part in activities to raise awareness, this time through education. Our colleagues in the A4, in collaboration with Fundtrafic, held an educational seminar in three schools in Seseña and Valdemoro, where they set up a road safety circuit to recreate city traffic, and a functional diversity circuit to learn about the reality of pedestrians with disabilities
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KHUSHII
Through the Shikshantra Plus project of the Kinship for Humanitarian Social and Holistic Intervention in India (KHUSHII), we have supported the education of more than 1,800 children across three states by 2023. We helped improve the quality of life of children by introducing them into the education system, reducing the school drop-out rate, providing teachers with the tools they need to do their work, and raising awareness among parents about the importance of supporting their children with their studies.
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The Hans Foundation
In 2023, we are continuing the Mobile Medical Units (MMU) project with The Hans Foundation (THF) and the State Government of Uttar Pradesh, an initiative to improve healthcare for the inhabitants of 80 towns in the Varanasi district. Thanks to the 4 mobile medical units deployed, more than 32,000 people have already been attended and more than 3,000 information meetings, training sessions and medical check-up days have been held.
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Real Madrid Foundation & IIMC
We collaborate with the Real Madrid Foundation (RMF) and the Institute for Indian Mother and Child (IIMC), offering sports academies to vulnerable children and instilling values of sport, as well as training coaches/teachers to improve their knowledge of the educational philosophy and methodology. In addition to the training sessions, the 140 minors who participate received a study grant, uniform, school materials and supplemental food during their afternoons at the IIMC.
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