Borga Advances Sustainability Goals Through Collaboration with Jord

Borga advances sustainability goals through collaboration with Jord

Summary

Borga Group AB, a prominent steel manufacturing company, is committed to enhancing its sustainability initiatives and minimizing its environmental footprint. By 2030, Borga aims to achieve the following sustainable goals:

• Reduce environmental impact;
• Prioritize health and safety; and
• Conserve resources.

Borga has acquired carbon credits from Jord. AB to support its new voluntary offsetting program.

Customer Profile

Company name: Borga Group AB

Industry: Steel manufacturing and construction

Product: Steel structures and building components

Company size: Mid-sized with 320 employees distribute  
Revenue 2023: SEK 666m

Location: Skara, Sweden

Borga Group AB specializes in manufacturing and assembling high-quality structures and components for steel buildings, along with supplementary building components for roofs and walls. The company operates across multiple locations in Europe, with facilities situated in Sweden, Poland, and Lithuania, and conducts sales operations in 11 countries across the continent.  

Headquartered in Skara, Sweden, the company's development unit is instrumental in continuously enhancing its products. Borga's value proposition revolves around providing customers with trouble-free construction solutions, offering competitive prices, and sustainable options for their long-term needs. By consistently delivering on its promises, Borga has garnered and maintained customer trust throughout decades of business operations.

Borga Group aims to provide the best solutions for its customers by offering the most cost-effective building system on the market, coupled with a smooth and flexible building process.  

"If we see a problem, we solve it. If we discover a method that does not work, we develop a new one. By constantly questioning traditional methods, we can challenge the market with more efficient building techniques," said Anders.

An integral aspect of Borga's operations is its complete control over the entire production chain. This control enables the company to guarantee fixed prices, on-time deliveries, and high-quality products.

Navigating sustainability: Key challenges confronting Borga's business today

Sustainable development has become a pressing concern for leading companies globally, owing to its universal implications. Despite the pivotal role steel production plays in the economy, its environmental impact cannot be ignored. Addressing this challenge necessitates a thorough examination of critical areas, including supply chain management, materials sourcing, energy consumption, and the adoption of technologies aimed at mitigating carbon emissions and promoting sustainability throughout Borga's operations.

"At Borga, a strategic framework with clearly defined sustainable objectives is being formulated to guide our efforts in the right direction," said Anders.

For instance, the growing demand for steel exerts significant pressure on natural resources, emphasizing the urgent need to reduce reliance on non-renewable sources. Effective management of construction waste plays a critical role in decreasing overall waste levels and encouraging material recycling wherever feasible.

"Moreover, Borga is actively pursuing initiatives to minimize energy consumption and enhance efficiency. This entails integrating renewable energy sources, deploying energy-saving technologies, and optimizing production processes for greater resource efficiency. Additionally, we recognize the importance of our impact on local communities, including the promotion of fair labor practices, protection of human rights, and fostering diversity and inclusion," continued Anders.

Through the implementation of these measures, Borga aims to minimize the environmental footprint of steel construction while prioritizing the well-being of communities. Nevertheless, the company acknowledges that there is still considerable progress to be made on this journey.

Borga's approach to sustainability and the reasons behind it

Borga Group AB, recognizes the need to take responsibility for future generations by prioritizing sustainability. Over the years, they have developed and refined their sustainability policy. Now, they are taking a more comprehensive approach, identifying key areas that form the foundation of their sustainability strategy. Guided by the UN's Sustainable development goals, Borga aims to make a real difference for both the organization and the planet.

"We have prioritized goals number 8, 12, and 13 as guiding stars for our journey towards a more sustainable future," Anders emphasized.  

Borga’s commitments are aimed at reducing environmental impact, prioritizing health and safety, and conserving resources. In practical terms, these objectives translate to specific actions:

SDG 8 – Decent work and economic growth Annual reduction of incidents and maintenance of a zero-accident vision in operations. Annual surveys of physical and psychosocial work environments to continually improve organizational conditions.

‍SDG 12 – Responsible consumption and productionAnnual reduction of combustible and mixed waste in relation to sales volume. Annual decrease in consumption of electricity, packaging, and other consumables. Implementation of chemical management to phase out all environmentally and health-hazardous substances.

‍SDG 13 – Climate action Annually reducing overall environmental impact in relation to sales volume. Decreasing carbon impact from transportation annually.

Solution

Borga sees an opportunity in the carbon credits offer provided by Jord to address carbon emissions across its entire value chain.

"We have just signed a long-term contract with Jord where we have acquired 36,000 carbon credits per year, which allows our clients to compensate for unavoidable emissions in their building projects with carbon credits,"stated Anders.

This strategic partnership aligns with Borga's commitment to sustainability and reducing environmental impact, offering a seamless integration into their business model.

"We are confident that this solution provided by Jord would suit our business perfectly,"  expressed Anders,

highlighting the alignment between their sustainability goals and the offerings provided by Jord. This collaboration marks a significant stride towards achieving Borga's environmental objectives and establishing a more sustainable framework for the future.

"This is a major step forward in achieving our environmental goals and forming a more sustainable model for the future," emphasized Anders.

The initiative reflects forward-thinking practices, setting a benchmark for businesses.

Clients stand to benefit from Borga's prioritization of sustainability, instilling confidence in their decision to build with the company, knowing they are contributing to a brighter future for the planet. By continuing to invest in research and development, Borga aims to produce more efficient, durable, and sustainable products, further solidifying its position as an industry leader.
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Why collaborate with Jord

The decision to collaborate with Jord stems from Jord’s innovative solution utilizing C4-grass, which efficiently removes CO₂ from the atmosphere while capturing and storing additional CO₂. Borga acknowledges Jord's transparency, straightforwardness, and ease of cooperation as significant factors in their decision-making process.

"We have chosen to work with Jord because of their innovative solution that makes the use of C4-grass to remove and store Carbon dioxide from the atmosphere,"affirmed Anders.

The collaboration extends beyond mere profitability, as Jord's solution also contributes to creating job opportunities in rural communities in Africa and Latin America, where unemployment rates are high.

Moreover, Borga recognizes the alignment of values between the two organizations, emphasizing transparency, efficiency, and ease of cooperation. The shared Nordic roots and mutual commitment to environmental and social impact further strengthen the partnership.

Outcome

Through the collaboration with Jord, Borga Group AB is getting closer to achieving its sustainability goals and demonstrated leadership in environmental responsibility within the steel industry.  

To date, Borga has implemented several measures to enhance sustainability:

• Reducing the climate footprint from transports;
• Minimizing unsorted and combustible waste;
• Conserving energy in their premises;
• Installing solar panels on the production sites in Poland and Sweden;
• Utilizing wooden pellets to fuel their heating systems; and
• Collaborating with Jord to offset carbon emissions.

Borga is reducing its environmental footprint and contributing to global efforts to combat climate change by offsetting its unavoidable carbon emissions through Jord carbon credits and investing in renewable energy projects.

Moving forward, Borga Group AB remains committed to sustainability and environmental responsibility. Through continued collaboration with Jord and other partners, Borga aims to further enhance its sustainability journey.

Next Steps

Borga plans to consistently and actively pursue their SDG’s 8, 12 and 13, effecting positive change in both the short and long term.

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