İHK Holding 2028 Sustainability Report
Welcome to İHK Holding's 2028 Sustainability Report, showcasing our commitment to sustainable practices across our diverse business portfolio from mining and metals to energy, food, technology, construction, healthcare and supply chain.
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Our Sustainability Approach
General Sustainability
Our core business philosophy integrating environmental, social and economic sustainability into every operation.
Development for All
Creating shared value and supporting development for all stakeholders across our business sectors.
Social Human
Prioritising human dignity, equality and social benefit in all our business activities.
Healthy World
Minimising our environmental impact and contributing to solutions for the climate crisis.
About İHK Holding
İHK Holding operates across a wide spectrum of sectors from mining and metals to energy, food and agriculture, technology and media, construction, healthcare and supply chain management.
As one of Turkey's largest suppliers of aluminium ingots and copper cathodes, we lead the sector with our sustainable mining approach, placing sustainability at the centre of our business model.
General Sustainability
Sustainability means meeting today's needs without compromising future generations' ability to meet their own. At İHK Holding, we make this principle the cornerstone of our business approach, planning our activities with a long-term perspective that considers environmental, social and economic sustainability together.
Our Sustainability Pillars
Environmental Responsibility
Minimising our ecological footprint and protecting natural resources across all operations.
Social Benefit
Creating positive impact for communities and stakeholders in regions where we operate.
Economic Value Creation
Generating sustainable growth and long-term value for all our stakeholders.
Global Commitments
İHK Holding proudly supports the United Nations Global Compact and focuses on contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Our 2028 sustainability targets align with these global objectives, covering areas from climate change mitigation to occupational health and safety, gender equality, and energy efficiency.
Governance Structure
We've established a robust governance structure to measure and improve our sustainability performance. Our management teams regularly track and report progress towards our sustainability goals. Stakeholder engagement is an essential part of this process, as we maintain continuous communication with employees, customers, suppliers, and communities.
Development for All
We believe that true progress must extend beyond company boundaries to benefit all segments of society. Under our "Development for All" theme, we aim to create shared value and support development for all stakeholders in every area where we operate.
Sustainable Mining and Metal Supply
In the mining and metals sector, we reliably supply critical raw materials such as aluminium ingots and copper cathodes for Turkish and global industry. We adopt sustainable and fair practices in our contracted mines and refineries in Africa, supporting local employment and minimising environmental impact.
Renewable Energy Investments
Smart Solar Technologies
Our strategic partnership has increased solar panel production capacity, enabling more regions to access solar energy.
Boras Energy
Successfully generating clean electricity through solar power plants while creating expertise and employment in the sector.
Agriculture and Food Supply
In food and agriculture, we operate with a "farm to table" principle. Our 140-acre fruit orchards in Antalya apply modern farming techniques for high-quality orange and pomegranate production, setting an example for regional agricultural development.
Global Food Supply Chain
Through our international supply network, we deliver ICUMSA-45 sugar from Brazil and essential food products like legumes, grains, and rice from various countries worldwide. This supports farmers and suppliers in producer countries while contributing to food security.
Construction and Infrastructure
In the construction and real estate sector, we implement critical investments for social development through government tenders and infrastructure projects. Our expert team adopts quality, safe, and sustainable building standards in all projects, creating employment opportunities and raising living standards.
Technology and Innovation
Our digital transformation and media affiliates contribute to the development of our customers and business partners. With PBE Media, we combine creativity and technology to help brands grow in the digital world, supporting the economy's digitalisation process.
Healthcare Advancement
In healthcare, through our Russia-based affiliate Inva Med, we bring advanced medical devices to Turkey and our region. By delivering cutting-edge products in life-saving fields like interventional cardiology, neurology, and radiology to healthcare institutions, we support the development of public health.
Inclusive Growth Model
2028
Target Year
For achieving our comprehensive sustainability goals across all business units
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Employment Growth
Increasing jobs in communities affected by our operations
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Local Sourcing
Expanding the share of local procurement in our supply chain
Social Human
For İHK Holding, the human factor is central to sustainable success. Our "Social Human" theme expresses our determination to care for the welfare of everyone from our employees to customers and the communities where we operate, prioritising human dignity, equality, and social benefit.
Employee Health, Safety and Development
Occupational Health and Safety
Implementing the highest standards even in high-risk sectors like mining and construction, with comprehensive training programmes reflecting our "safety first" culture.
Personal and Professional Development
Investing in training and competency development programmes, providing regular educational opportunities to all levels of personnel.
Diversity and Inclusion
Observing principles of diversity and inclusivity in recruitment and promotion processes, encouraging the participation of women and disadvantaged groups in the workforce.
Zero Accident Target
We continuously improve our OHS performance to minimise workplace accidents and ultimately achieve our zero accident target. We provide fair wage policies, additional health insurance, and benefits to all our employees, prioritising the quality of life for them and their families.
Community Contribution
İHK Holding aims to add value to every community where it operates. Through our social responsibility projects, we create tangible benefits in education, health, and environmental areas, supporting young generations' education through donations to local schools and scholarship programmes.
Healthcare Support
In healthcare, we provide medical device support to partner hospitals, helping more patients access modern treatments. We encourage our employees' voluntary participation in tree planting campaigns, blood donation events, and similar community service projects.
Human Rights in Supply Chain
Human Rights Protection
We place great importance on protecting human rights and fair working conditions in our supply chain, requiring all domestic and international suppliers to comply with international labour rights standards.
Compliance Audits
We conduct necessary audits to ensure violations such as child labour and forced labour do not occur at any stage of our operations or supply chain.
Ethical Partnerships
We build long-term relationships with suppliers who share our commitment to ethical business practices and respect for human rights.
Customer Satisfaction and Product Responsibility
The quality and safety of products and services we offer to our customers and end consumers is another dimension of our social responsibility approach. We apply international food safety standards in our food products, providing confidence to consumers through traceability throughout our supply chain.
Quality Assurance
All our legumes and grain products undergo quality control processes and are safely consumed in different country cuisines. In our energy and construction projects, we prioritise the safety of users and the public, guaranteeing the compliance of cables and other materials with relevant standards.
Customer-Focused Approach
Customer focus is essential in our technology and media services: With PBE Media, we ensure the brands we work with reach their target audiences in the most effective and ethical way, without disregarding social values in digital products and content.
Social Performance Targets
Employee Satisfaction
Elevating employee satisfaction and commitment to higher levels by 2028
Gender Diversity
Increasing the proportion of female employees and diversity in management levels
Social Impact
Expanding the impact area of supported social responsibility projects
Healthy World
Protecting our planet's future is one of the most critical dimensions of İHK Holding's sustainability vision. Under the "Healthy World" theme, we work determinedly to minimise the environmental impact of our activities and be part of the solution to the climate crisis.
Climate Change Mitigation
As İHK Holding, we have set concrete targets to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions. We aim to reduce our total carbon footprint by at least 30% by 2028. To this end, we are investing in optimising our energy consumption, reducing dependence on fossil fuels, and transitioning to low-carbon technologies wherever possible.
Carbon Management
We track our progress by regularly creating carbon inventories in our operations, transparently reporting the savings and emission reductions we achieve. We also analyse climate-related financial risks and opportunities to make our long-term strategies resilient against potential impacts of climate change.
Renewable Energy
50%
Clean Energy Target
Aiming to supply more than 50% of our electricity needs from renewable sources in the coming years
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Solar Capacity
Expanding our renewable energy portfolio with new solar power plant installations and capacity increases at existing facilities
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Carbon Emissions
Significantly reducing the amount of carbon released into the atmosphere through our solar power plants
Energy Efficiency Measures
We implement energy efficiency measures in all our facilities: We save energy in our factories and office buildings with LED lighting, smart energy management systems, and insulation improvements; we renew our machinery parks and vehicle fleet with models that consume less energy.
Responsible Resource Use
Circular Economy
Supporting the circular economy in our metal supply chain by incorporating recycled scrap metals into our processes and increasing reuse rates.
Waste Reduction
Taking care to reduce waste at source and direct it to reuse or recycling in our production and packaging activities.
Water Conservation
Using efficient techniques like drip irrigation in agricultural irrigation and establishing water recovery systems in our industrial facilities.
Environmental Management in Mining
In our mining operations, we implement environmental management plans to protect soil, water, and air. We conduct afforestation and nature restoration works when our mining activities end to rehabilitate the extracted areas.
Waste Management Goals
By 2028, we aim to minimise the amount of waste going to regular landfill and safely dispose of 100% of hazardous waste in accordance with environmental legislation. We manage our operations' water-related risks by both doing our part against water stress and managing our businesses' water-dependent risks.
Sustainable Agriculture
We promote nature-friendly practices in our agricultural activities and supply chain. In our own fruit orchards, we apply modern agricultural techniques that reduce chemical input use and consider soil fertility and biodiversity.
Eco-Friendly Farming Methods
Integrated Pest Management
Using natural methods to control pests while minimising chemical interventions
Organic Fertilisation
Employing natural fertilisers to maintain soil health and produce more naturally grown products
Supplier Certification
Ensuring our international food supply partners hold environmental and social certifications (e.g., compliance with sustainable agriculture standards)
Biodiversity Protection
For forest and ecosystem protection, we adopt the principle of preventing deforestation, especially in regions where we source agricultural commodities. We also contribute to tree planting, habitat protection, and biodiversity support projects by collaborating with various environmental NGOs.
Environmental Performance Commitment
Within our "Healthy World" focus, we commit to visibly improving our environmental performance by 2028. All our teams, from management to field employees, are mobilised to reach our defined targets, directing our energy towards sustainable solutions for future generations.
Sustainable Mining Leadership
As one of Turkey's largest suppliers of aluminium ingots and copper cathodes, we lead the sector with our sustainable mining approach. We integrate sustainability into our business model across all operations, from renewable energy to traditional energy solutions, from farm-to-table food supply to digital transformation.
Our Business Sectors
Mining & Metals
Supplying critical raw materials with sustainable practices and minimised environmental impact.
Energy
Investing in renewable sources while ensuring reliable energy supply through our diverse portfolio.
Food & Agriculture
Implementing farm-to-table approach with sustainable farming techniques and global distribution.
Technology & Media
Driving digital transformation through creative solutions and innovative technologies.
More Business Sectors
Construction
Developing infrastructure and buildings with quality, safety and sustainability as core principles.
Healthcare
Bringing cutting-edge medical technologies to improve healthcare access and quality.
Supply Chain
Managing complex international logistics with efficiency and environmental responsibility.
Corporate Sustainability Culture
Our sustainability approach has been integrated into our business strategy and has become a culture embraced at every level of our company. Our corporate sustainability understanding is based on three main pillars: environmental responsibility, social benefit, and economic value creation.
Core Principles
Human Rights
Respecting fundamental human rights across all operations and supply chains
Business Ethics
Maintaining the highest standards of ethical conduct in all business dealings
Anti-Corruption
Implementing strict policies against all forms of corruption and bribery
Stakeholder Engagement
Stakeholder engagement is an indispensable part of our sustainability process. By maintaining continuous communication with our employees, customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we operate, we understand their expectations and needs and shape our strategies according to this feedback.
Transparency Commitment
With this report, we act with the principle of transparency towards our stakeholders, honestly sharing both our achievements and areas open for improvement. We measure and report our sustainability performance regularly, tracking progress towards our goals.
Strategic Partnerships
Smart Solar Technologies
Strategic partnership increasing solar panel production capacity and enabling greater access to solar energy.
NAWRAS Group
Sales partnership expanding our product portfolio and reaching more customers with quality food products.
Employee Development Focus
We invest in training and competency development programmes to support our employees' personal and professional growth. By providing regular educational opportunities to personnel at all levels, we contribute to both individual career development and increase our company's knowledge base.
Equal Opportunity Workplace
Equal opportunity is essential at İHK Holding: We observe principles of diversity and inclusivity in our recruitment and promotion processes, encouraging the participation of women and disadvantaged groups in the workforce. We provide fair wage policies and benefits to all employees.
Environmental Management Systems
We implement environmental management plans in our mining operations to protect soil, water, and air. For rehabilitation of extracted areas, we conduct afforestation and nature restoration works when our mining activities end, ensuring responsible land management.
Circular Economy Initiatives
Production
Designing products with recyclability and resource efficiency in mind
Distribution
Optimising logistics to reduce environmental impact
Consumption
Promoting responsible use of products
Recovery
Incorporating recycled materials back into production
Water Management
Water resource protection is an important part of our environmental strategy. We use efficient techniques like drip irrigation in agricultural watering and establish water recovery systems in our industrial facilities, reducing water consumption and managing water-related risks.
Carbon Reduction Targets
30%
Carbon Footprint Reduction
Target reduction in total carbon footprint by 2028
50%
Renewable Energy
Target percentage of electricity needs to be supplied from renewable sources
100%
Hazardous Waste
Target for safe disposal of hazardous waste in accordance with environmental legislation
Social Responsibility Projects
Through our social responsibility projects, we create tangible benefits in education, health, and environmental areas. We support young generations' education through donations to local schools and scholarship programmes, while providing medical device support to partner hospitals.
Employee Volunteering
We encourage our employees' voluntary participation in tree planting campaigns, blood donation events, and similar community service projects, making social awareness and solidarity spirit part of our company culture.
Product Quality and Safety
The quality and safety of products and services we offer to our customers and end consumers is a key dimension of our social responsibility. We apply international food safety standards in our food products, providing confidence through traceability throughout our supply chain.
Customer Trust
Quality Certification
Maintaining international quality standards across all product lines and services
Traceability
Ensuring complete supply chain transparency from source to consumer
Long-term Relationships
Building lasting trust with customers through consistent quality and ethical practices
Energy Efficiency Initiatives
We implement energy efficiency measures in all our facilities: LED lighting, smart energy management systems, and insulation improvements in factories and office buildings, while renewing machinery and vehicle fleets with more energy-efficient models.
Sustainable Agriculture Practices
In our fruit orchards, we apply modern agricultural techniques that reduce chemical inputs and consider soil fertility and biodiversity. We use integrated pest management and organic fertilisation methods to maintain soil health and produce more naturally grown products.
Forest and Ecosystem Protection
We adopt the principle of preventing deforestation, especially in regions where we source agricultural commodities. Through collaborations with environmental NGOs, we contribute to tree planting, habitat protection, and biodiversity support projects.
Our Commitment to Future Generations
İHK Holding is committed to leaving a more livable, healthy world for future generations. We direct our energy towards sustainable solutions and use the resources nature provides us with a sense of responsibility as we continue our growth journey.
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