Sustainability and Teknosa's Role
Sustainability is no longer just an environmental issue today, but has also reached an important position with its economic and social dimensions. Teknosa draws attention with the steps it has taken in this context. The company has made significant progress in complying with environmental, social and governance (ESG) criteria and has thus entered the BIST Sustainability Index. This situation once again demonstrates Teknosa's determination and transparency in the field of sustainability.
What is BIST Sustainability Index?
BIST Sustainability Index is a platform that evaluates the sustainability performance of companies in Türkiye. In addition to being an important reference point for investors, this index makes companies' sustainability efforts visible. Being included in the BIST Sustainability Index demonstrates a company's commitment to sustainability and its success in this area.
Teknosa's ESG Success
Teknosa received 81 points in the LSEG (London Stock Exchange Group) ESG assessment, ranking 305th among 7 companies evaluated globally in its sector. This success shows how effective the company's sustainability strategies and practices are. The company is determined to fulfill both its environmental and social responsibilities with the transparent steps it takes in this area.
Sustainability Journey from 2021 to 2024
Teknosa started sustainability reporting for the first time in 2021 and continued this process by publishing its First Integrated Report in 2023. These reports reveal in detail how the company manages its environmental impacts and social responsibilities. As of 2024, Teknosa has committed to reduce its Scope 2030 and 1 emissions by 2% in absolute terms by 42 as part of the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi).
Teknosa's Role in Combating Climate Change
Teknosa has demonstrated its determination and effectiveness in combating climate change by receiving the highest level of A (leadership) in the CDP Climate Change Program. This success is an indication of the company's determination to achieve environmental goals. Teknosa is also taking important steps in the efficient use of natural resources, adopting the circular economy approach and attaching importance to social issues such as gender equality within this framework.
Teknosa's Sustainability Strategies
Teknosa gathers its sustainability strategies under several main headings:
- Economical Use of Natural Resources: The company aims to use natural resources more effectively through energy efficiency-enhancing practices.
- Circular Economy Applications: It carries out studies on reducing waste and improving recycling processes.
- Social Responsibility Projects: It supports social projects such as gender equality and empowerment of local communities.
- Use of Renewable Energy: The company aims to reduce its carbon footprint by turning to renewable energy sources.
Teknosa CEO Sitare Sezgin's Vision
Teknosa CEO Sitare Sezgin stated that joining the BIST Sustainability Index was a great source of happiness for them. Sezgin emphasized that sustainability is an integral part of their business strategy and stated that the steps taken in this area show the company's determination and that it is on the right track. "I believe that this important development also creates a valuable reference point for investment funds and financial institutions that focus on ESG criteria," she said.
Future Vision and Goals
Teknosa plans to continue its efforts to strengthen its leading position in sustainability in the sector in the coming period. The company has determined creating value for the society and its stakeholders as its primary goal. In this context, it will continue to contribute to society with its projects and practices in the field of sustainability.
Teknosa is moving towards becoming an important actor not only in its own sector but also on a global scale with the steps it has taken in the fields of environmental, social and governance. These steps taken for a sustainable future will benefit not only the company but also society and the environment.
