Environment and climate

REDUCING OUR CLIMATE IMPACT

As a distributor of steel and aluminium, we aim to play an active role in the transition towards a more sustainable society. Environmental considerations are an integral part of our operations, and each business unit addresses the environmental issues most relevant to its activities at a local level.

Our environmental efforts cover everything from improving energy efficiency and reducing emissions in our own operations to responsible sourcing and an increased focus on circular material flows. Through clear environmental requirements, management systems, and long-term climate targets, we continuously work to reduce our environmental impact and contribute to a more sustainable value chain.

Climate Targets for the Future

We have adopted a long-term goal of achieving climate neutrality, with net-zero emissions from our own operations (Scope 1 and 2) by 2040 and net-zero emissions across our entire value chain (Scope 3) by 2045. At the same time, we closely monitor developments in green steel and other climate-smart materials to ensure we can offer our customers sustainable alternatives as the market evolves.

Responsible Sourcing and Sustainable Supplier Requirements

A significant share of our environmental impact arises within the supply chain. We therefore set clear expectations for our suppliers regarding environmental responsibility, energy efficiency, waste management, and emissions reductions. Environmental certifications such as ISO 14001 are considered a positive factor in supplier evaluations, and we continuously work to develop a more sustainable supply chain.

EPD - ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCT DECLARATION

In Sweden and Finland, the Group works continuously with available EPDs, both new ones and updating existing ones. EPD stands for Environmental Product Declaration and is a certified summary of the climate impact a product has throughout its life cycle. From primary raw materials, via production, transport and use, to recycling or “end of life” in other ways. Visit www.begroup.se and www.begroup.fi for more information regarding the available EPDs.

CIRCULAR MATERIAL FLOWS AND RESOURCE EFFICIENCY

Steel is one of the world’s most recyclable materials, and circularity is an important part of our business. Metal scrap generated through our own processing operations is recycled in its entirety and returned to the steel industry through established recovery and recycling streams.

We also work continuously to minimize waste, recycle packaging materials, and optimize our processes to ensure the efficient use of energy and raw materials.

Through more efficient distribution routes, improved load utilization, and smarter logistics solutions, we strive to reduce emissions from transportation and deliveries. At the same time, we continue to enhance our internal processes to create a more resource-efficient operation.