1. Policy Purpose

Byrne-Mech Ltd is committed to sustainable practices across our metal fabrication operations, supply chain, and stakeholder engagement. This policy guides our efforts to reduce environmental impact, promote social responsibility, and ensure long-term economic viability in compliance with Irish and EU law, including the Climate Action and Low Carbon Development (Amendment) Act 2021 and EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD).

2. Scope

This policy applies to all Byrne-Mech employees, contractors, suppliers, and partners.

3. Environmental Stewardship

• Climate Action:

  ✔ Reduce Scope 1 & 2 GHG emissions by 5% annually from 2025-2030 via energy efficiency measures (aligned with Climate Action Plan 2024).

  ✔ Transition to 100% renewable electricity by 2030 through Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs) or on-site solar (aligned with National Energy & Climate Plan).

• Resource Management:

  ✔ Implement closed-loop water recycling by Q4 2026, reducing water usage by 30% in Galway facility.

  ✔ Minimise waste via lean manufacturing, targeting 20% reduction in material scrap by 2027.

• Circular Economy:

  ✔ Design for disassembly/recyclability in new products (Data Centre enclosures) by 2026.

  ✔ Source ≥50% recycled steel/aluminium by 2030, subject to quality/performance (aligned with EU Taxonomy criteria).

• Biodiversity:

  ✔ Protect local ecosystems near facilities via habitat restoration projects (e.g., native tree planting).

Raheen, Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland H65 VK28

Email: info@byrnemech.ie +353 91 844271

4. Social Responsibility

• Ethical Supply Chain:

  ✔ 100% of Tier 1 suppliers assessed for ESG risks by 2030, including labour rights/environmental impacts (aligned with EU Deforestation Regulation).

  ✔ Support supplier development programs promoting fair wages, safe working conditions, and environmental stewardship.

• Community Engagement:

  ✔ Partner with local schools on STEM education programs by 2026, promoting skills development.

  ✔ Support community initiatives via 1% of pre-tax profits annually, focusing on environmental/social causes.

• Health & Safety:

  ✔ Maintain ISO 45001 certification, with zero work-related fatalities.

  ✔ Provide employee wellness programs, promoting mental/physical health.

5. Economic Viability

• Sustainable Innovation:

  ✔ Invest 5% of annual revenue in R&D for low-carbon manufacturing processes/materials.

  ✔ Collaborate with research institutions on circular economy solutions.

• Financial Performance:

  ✔ Integrate ESG factors into investment decisions, seeking long-term value creation.

  ✔ Disclose climate-related financial risks/opportunities per Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD) recommendations.

• Risk Management:

  ✔ Identify/mitigate environmental/social risks impacting business operations.

  ✔ Implement business continuity plans addressing climate-related disruptions.

• Stakeholder Engagement:
  

  ✔ Engage customers, investors, employees, and communities in sustainability planning/reporting.

  ✔ Participate in industry initiatives promoting sustainable practices.

6. Reporting & Transparency

✔ Publish annual sustainability report aligned with Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) standards and the EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD). The CSRD requires companies to report annually on environmental, social, governance (ESG), and human rights matters. It emphasizes “double materiality” and mandates machine-readable reporting formats.

✔ Disclose Scope 1, 2, and 3 GHG emissions.

✔ Report progress against sustainability targets using measurable Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

7. Governance & Accountability

✔ The Sustainability Committee is responsible for implementing, monitoring, and reporting on this policy.

✔ The Board oversees the Sustainability Committee and ensures alignment with Byrne-Mech’s strategic objectives.

✔ All employees are responsible for supporting this policy and reporting potential violations to management or the confidential whistleblowing portal.

8. Policy Review

Raheen, Athenry, Co. Galway, Ireland H65 VK28

Email: info@byrnemech.ie +353 91 844271

This policy will be reviewed annually, or more frequently, if necessary, to ensure its effectiveness and compliance with evolving regulations/best practices, including amendments to the Companies Act 2014 and Transparency Regulations 2007.

Approved:

Emmet Byrne
Managing Director
Byrne-Mech Ltd
Galway, Ireland

This policy reinforces our commitments under ISO 14001:2025 and AS9100 quality frameworks, ensuring sustainable operations in aerospace/data centre markets.