OUR STORY IN THE MAKING ACCOUNTABLE BY NATURE
STEWARDS OF THE LAND
TREASURE TROVE OF TALENTS
BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS
OUR SUSTAINABILITY STRATEGY
This is a time of great challenges. At Guido Berlucchi, we are aware of this and want to play our part in ad- dressing them: first and foremost in the fight against climate change, in the knowledge that the transition to new models must be fair and respectful of the in- terests of all stakeholders . Operating in the small area of Franciacorta immedi- ately brings home the realisation that we do not have many resources to work with, so they must be careful- ly preserved and managed for efficient use. We must also consider that Franciacorta is part of the Brescia area, which has a strong tradition of industry. Win- emaking and industry contend for the land. The fact that our business preserves the natural environment makes sustainability an intrinsic part of our nature. We continually explore new growing methods that preserve the land, and we introduce transformation processes that reduce the use of energy and emis- sions into the atmosphere, as well as the use of water. And just as the first generation introduced a new way of making wine to our region, so does the second generation intend to press ahead with finding solu -
This resulted in us defining three strategic lines of action and identifying sustainability governance as a key enabling factor, knowing full well that in order to achieve the ambitious goals we have set ourselves, we must create opportunities for discussion on specific topics, and work as a team.
tions that can make our region grow, and value our people and our business, also aware of the part we play abroad as ambassadors of Italian high quality. The excellence of our products is closely tied to a harmonious balance between nature, the environ- ment, traditions and technology . This is why we think proactively and deeply about how to ensure the utmost sustainability in all processes . How- ever, we also know that our business management must be efficient and profitable to be credible and safeguard the territory. Success is sustainable if it guarantees economic stability and can generate employment . We redefined our sustainability strategy, taking into account the increasingly urgent challenges of our time and conducting a comprehensive analysis of the main megatrends affecting our business, conducting internal and external interviews with our strategic stakeholders and analysing the main processes, with a particular focus on those related to occupational health and safety and environmental management.
THE MOST SIGNIFICANT SDGS FOR OUR BUSINESS Aware of the part we play in both our local and global area of operations, we take on the responsibilities that come with it, doing what we can to help achieve the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) contained in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015. The 17 SDGs of the 2030 Agenda are integrated - they recognise that action in one area will affect outcomes in others, and that development must balance social, economic and environmental sustainability. Companies around the world, of all sizes and production sectors, are called upon to make a major contribution through new responsible business models, investment, innovation, technology and partnerships. Taking up this call, and seeking to streamline the mix of innovation (product, service or process) and sustain- ability , we want to make our contribution to achieving 8 of the 17 goals .
SUSTAINABILITY GOVERNANCE
LINKING STRATEGIC LINES AND MATERIAL TOPICS
PROTECTING NATURAL RESOURCES
• Circular materials • Water consumption and discharge of effluents • Innovation and development of sustainable and organic agricultural practices • Fight against climate change and energy consumption • Soil and biodiversity protection
For us, this means first of all research into innovative, more sustainable agricultural practices. We also pay continuous attention to minimising water consumption, limiting emis- sions that contribute to climate change, promoting circular materials, and protecting biodiversity.
PROMOTING FRANCIACORTA
• Promoting and developing the region • Winery tours and hospitality • Showcasing our historical legacy
Franciacorta is our home and we want to continue work- ing with the various stakeholders to grow together, giving the area an opportunity to make its excellence more widely known, in Italy and abroad.
WELLBEING OF PEOPLE
• High-quality employment • Product quality and safety • Occupational health and safety • Development of good practices in the chain
People are important to us. We take care of the people who work with us every day, and we want to ensure their occupa- tional health and safety and a quality working environment. But we are also attentive to the occasional workers who help us during our busiest periods, and we want their working con- ditions to be just as adequate and up to the highest standards.
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