On our path to net zero – By 2030:
 
Reduce Scope 1 and Scope 2 CO₂e emissions vs. 2019 by 90%
Reduce Scope 3 CO₂e emissions vs. 2019 by 60%
 
A1 is on the path toward net-zero emissions. Our ambitious goals entail a 90% reduction by 2030 of our direct emissions (Scope 1), which are company-owned, as well as of our indirect emissions, which are controlled by our company (Scope 2). In addition, we aim to reduce our other indirect emissions, which are owned by our supply chain, by 60% by 2030 (Scope 3) and by 90% by 2050 at the latest. [Base year = 2019]

Our initiatives & measures:
Environmental Policy
Net Zero
Clean Energy Strategy

Efficiency goal – By 2030:

Increase energy efficiency [MWh/TB] by 80% vs. 2019

As a telecom company, we aim to improve energy efficiency [MWh/TB] by 80% by 2030 by transitioning to the new, and more efficient 5G mobile network standard and phasing out older generations of mobile networks in the coming years. Energy efficiency programs, the expansion of fiber-optic technology in fixed networks, innovative cooling techniques, and the adoption of cloud solutions further contribute to reducing power consumption. [Base year = 2019]
 
MWh = Megawatt hour
TB = Terabyte of transmitted data
 
Our initiatives & measures:
Energy Efficiency
A1 Croatia is Totally Switching to Green!

Circularity goal – By 2025:
 
Increase the percentage of recycled and refurbished devices to 20% of the total amount of devices and equipment distributed by 2025
 
Our goal is to promote a circular economy within our Group by continuously increasing our recycling and refurbishing efforts of old devices. By the year 2025, we want to keep or even increase our high percentage of 20% or more devices that are recycled or refurbished of devices and equipment distributed. This way, we strive to minimize waste, conserve resources, and keep valuable raw materials in the product lifecycle for as long as possible through efficient management. [Base year = 2021]
 
Our initiatives & measures:
Circular Economy and Zero Waste to Landfill
Refurbishment Center in Bulgaria

Circularity goal – By 2030:
 
Obtain the Zero Waste to Landfill certificate from Carbon Trust by having no waste disposed in landfills by 2030 (except unavoidable waste and the remains of waste treatment such as ash)
 
Our goal is to promote sustainable practices throughout our operations by achieving Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWL) certification from Carbon Trust by 2030. To achieve this, we will implement waste diversion measures that prioritize recovery, reusing, recycling, etc. over incineration with energy recovery while decreasing our reliance on virgin materials.
 
Our initiatives & measures:
Circular Economy and Zero Waste to Landfill
Refurbishment Center in Bulgaria

Community goal – By 2030:

Achieving 500,000 participations in our digital education initiatives between 2021 and 2030
 
We understand that the digital world is constantly evolving, and we want to make sure that everyone has the opportunity to learn and grow with it. That´s why we aim to reach more than 500,000 people by 2030 with our digital education initiatives, with a particular focus on children and young people within the communities where we are active in – more than double than what we reached in the previous decade. Our goal is to give them the confidence and skills needed to shape digital worlds and make the most of our focus on digital education.
 
Our initiatives & measures:
Digital Education

Employee goal – By 2025:
 
Increase the share of our female leaders to 40% by 2025
Increase the share of our overall female employees to 40% by 2025
 
As part of our commitment to our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion initiatives, our goal is to increase the share of women in management positions to 40%, while ensuring that the overall share of women in the company is increased and maintained at 40% by 2025. We recognize the value of having a diverse workforce and dedicate ourselves to fostering a workplace culture that values and respects the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals.
 
Our initiatives & measures:
Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Policy
Equal Opportunities and Diversity
Diversity – A1 Job Page

Community goal – By the end of 2024:
 
There is at least one quarterly volunteering opportunity available for the majority of our employees
 
Our company aims to offer our employees the opportunity to engage in social activities. To achieve this, we plan to expand our existing Corporate Volunteering programs across all A1 Group countries. In 2023, we initiated a flagship project in each country and will now ensure regular opportunities during the year for voluntary engagement for our employees.
 
Our initiatives & measures:
Volunteering in Croatia

Employee goal – By 2030:
 
We are committed to equal pay for equal work. We focus on identifying and – if needed – mitigating pay inconsistencies. 
 
The gender pay gap is a significant issue in our society, and as an international company, we recognize this problem and are committed to taking action. By identifying and implementing activities to address the gender pay gap, we implement a standardized and scientifically supported measurement to make the existing gender pay gap transparent and aim to significantly reduce it in our Group by 2030.

Audit goal – Until 2030:
 
Maintain a best-practice and externally certified compliance management system in the years up until 2030
 
Our goal is to maintain a compliance management system that adheres to best practices and is externally certified to safeguard the integrity and trustworthiness of our A1 Group. We will regularly review and update our system to ensure that our company is effective and efficient in meeting all relevant compliance requirements and regulations.
 
Our initiatives & measures:
Compliance

Incentivization goal – Until 2030:

Implement a set of ESG goals within the board remuneration plan in all years up until 2030
 
Sustainability remains of the highest importance in our company, as evidenced by the inclusion of ESG targets in management remuneration since 2020. The achievement of our ESG goals has a direct impact on the compensation of the management team of A1 Group, as well as of the CEOs of our subsidiaries. We aim to continue incentivizing ESG goals by incorporating them into our board remuneration plan every year.