Sustainability is a fundamental pillar of our corporate strategy, guiding decision-making and long-term value creation. Our approach is structured around the GSE framework—Governance, Social and Environment—ensuring a comprehensive and balanced integration of responsible practices across all areas of our business.
GSE APPROACH
Our Sustainability Pillars
Through this integrated GSE approach, we ensure that sustainability is embedded into our operations, enabling measurable progress and contributing to a more responsible and resilient industry.
Governance is the foundation of our sustainability strategy, ensuring that commitments are translated into consistent, measurable and accountable actions. Our framework is built on robust policies and ethical standards that guide decision-making across all levels of the organization, reinforcing integrity, compliance and responsible business conduct.
We define clear commitments, targets and roadmaps, aligned with recognized international frameworks, to drive continuous improvement and long-term value creation. Progress is systematically monitored through structured reporting processes, supported by reliable data management and independent verification, ensuring transparency and credibility.
Sustainable procurement practices are a key component of our governance model. We work closely with suppliers to promote environmental and social standards across the value chain, integrating sustainability criteria into sourcing decisions and fostering long-term, responsible partnerships.
Through this comprehensive governance approach, we strengthen accountability, manage risks effectively and ensure that sustainability remains fully embedded in our corporate strategy.
People are at the core of our organization and a key driver of sustainable growth. We are committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and engaging workplace where talent is developed, valued and empowered. Continuous training and professional development ensure that our employees are equipped with the skills required to adapt to evolving challenges and contribute to long-term success.
We place the highest priority on health and safety, promoting a proactive culture based on prevention, risk awareness and continuous improvement. Our goal is to provide a safe and healthy working environment across all operations, supported by clear procedures, regular monitoring and employee engagement.
Our commitment extends beyond the workplace through Coster Cares, our social responsibility program focused on supporting local communities and generating a positive social impact. Through structured initiatives and partnerships, we aim to contribute meaningfully to the well-being of the communities in which we operate.
To ensure alignment with recognized ethical and social standards, we conduct regular SMETA audits (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) across our operations and supply chain. These assessments provide independent verification of our compliance with labor, health and safety, environmental and business ethics requirements, reinforcing transparency and accountability.
We are committed to minimizing our environmental impact through a structured and data-driven approach focused on resource efficiency, emissions reduction and circularity. We systematically monitor and manage our energy and resource consumption, implementing initiatives to improve efficiency and reduce environmental footprint across all operations.
A key priority is the reduction of CO₂ emissions, supported by defined targets and transition plans aligned with global climate objectives. We also focus on the responsible management of waste, promoting reduction at source, reuse and recycling to advance towards more circular production models.
To assess and improve the environmental performance of our products, we apply Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) methodologies, enabling a comprehensive evaluation of impacts from raw materials to end-of-life. This approach supports informed decision-making and the development of more sustainable solutions.,
All environmental data is measured, verified and reported on an annual basis, ensuring accuracy, transparency and alignment with recognized standards. Through continuous monitoring and improvement, we strengthen our contribution to a low-carbon and resource-efficient industry.
Commitment & Rating
SUSTAINABILITY GOVERNANCE
Governance
Policies and codes are fundamental elements of a robust sustainability governance framework, as they establish the principles, rules, and expected behaviors that guide decision-making and operational practices across the organization. They provide a structured approach to managing sustainability-related risks and opportunities while ensuring consistency, compliance, and accountability throughout the business. Sustainability policies and codes typically cover a broad range of topics, including environmental protection, climate change, human rights, labor practices, diversity and inclusion, business ethics, anti-corruption, responsible sourcing, and occupational health and safety.
The Organisational Model adopted by Coster describes the set of rules, both operational and deontological, set by the Company according to the specific activities and pursuant to the provisions of Italian Decree 231. Among the purposes the Model, to raise awareness of the importance of correct and transparent behavior among the Addressees, in line with the ethical and social values of Coster, to strengthen the culture of internal controls and risks management, to protect Coster’s reputation towards all stakeholders, to ensure that all business activities comply with current regulations. Following the transposition in Italy of the EU Whistleblowing Directive (2019/1937) aimed at protecting anyone who reports work-related misconduct, through the legislative decree 10 March 2023, n. 24, Coster is currently updating its own Whistleblowing Scheme.
Coster has issued and spread its Ethical Code in the corporate and through the Supply Chain, for the purpose of providing a set of commonly agreed values and principles which reflect Coster commitment towards conducting business responsibly.
The foundations of our beliefs are the fair and integrity business, the respect of human rights that also reflects the commitment to continuously enhance the life in the workplace, Safety, health and environment protection.
Sustainability commitments play a critical role within an organization’s governance framework, as they establish clear strategic objectives, define accountability, and guide decision-making across all levels of the business.
By embedding measurable sustainability commitments into governance structures, Coster can ensure that environmental, social, and governance (ESG) priorities are systematically monitored, managed, and integrated into business performance.
Sustainability objectives are essential for translating high-level commitments into concrete actions and measurable outcomes.
While commitments define the organization’s long-term ambitions and strategic direction, objectives provide the specific targets, timelines, and performance indicators needed to drive implementation and track progress.
Well-defined sustainability objectives enable effective governance by supporting accountability, resource allocation, performance monitoring, and continuous improvement.
Auditing, certification, and verification are critical mechanisms for ensuring the credibility, effectiveness, and continuous improvement of an organization’s sustainability governance framework.
While commitments, objectives, policies, and codes define expectations and strategic direction, independent audits, certifications, and verifications provide assurance that these elements are being properly implemented, monitored, and complied with in practice.
Regular audits help identify gaps, risks, and opportunities for improvement, while recognized certifications—such as those aligned with international standards—demonstrate that management systems meet established best practices. Similarly, third-party verification of sustainability data and performance indicators enhances the reliability and transparency of reported information.
Sustainability reporting is a key component of effective governance, providing a structured and transparent mechanism for communicating an organization’s sustainability performance, progress, and challenges to stakeholders. It enables companies to demonstrate how sustainability commitments, objectives, policies, and management systems are being translated into measurable outcomes, while supporting accountability at all levels of the organization.
A robust reporting process facilitates informed decision-making, enhances transparency, and helps identify emerging risks and opportunities. It also enables organizations to meet regulatory requirements and respond to increasing stakeholder expectations regarding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) performance.
In the framework of the structured approach to Sustainability, based on commitment and accountability, Coster issues every year its Sustainability Report to disclose non-financial information.
The Reports comply with the GRI Standards – Core Level, in order to provide a transparent and modular reporting on economic, environmental and social impacts “material” for Coster.
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