PORR has announced a new ESG strategy, outlining a structured plan to meet its sustainability objectives by 2030. The strategy, developed in line with the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD), sets measurable targets across environmental, social, and governance areas. According to CEO Karl-Heinz Strauss, the new framework builds on PORR’s 2022 sustainability strategy, incorporating updated research, technological advancements, and regulatory standards. “Our strategy reflects the current state of development in sustainability and regulatory requirements,” Strauss said. The ESG strategy identifies eight main areas: decarbonisation, circular economy, biodiversity, sustainable supply chain, health and safety, equal opportunities, anti-corruption, and compliance. Based on a materiality analysis of risks, impacts, and opportunities along the company’s value chain, the strategy defines 18 specific goals and 55 measures to be implemented by 2030. In environmental efforts, PORR aims to cut Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 43% and Scope 3 emissions by 25% by 2030, aligned with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) guidelines. To achieve this, the company plans to transition its fleet to alternative fuels and electric vehicles, increase the use of renewable electricity, and introduce product carbon footprint assessments into procurement decisions. In the social dimension, PORR has set a target to raise the proportion of women in the company and in management roles to 18%, supported by recruitment efforts, professional development programmes, and diversity management initiatives. Governance goals include increasing the share of employees completing anti-corruption training from 88.7% to 95%. Training formats will also be developed for apprentices and industrial staff, while the “Construction Compliance Ambassadors” programme will be expanded. Strauss stated that the ESG strategy provides a formal structure for sustainability actions, developed with technical input from across the organisation. “We view ESG as an integral element of our strategic market position and expect it to remain an important factor for competitiveness,” he said.