Our Sustainability Journey

2023 Milestones

SEC has accomplished notable milestones and advancements in its ESG journey through diligent organizational efforts and the implementation of sustainability initiatives throughout the year. The appended timeline provides an overview of the notable ESG- oriented efforts undertaken by the company this year.

March

ESG Strategy Endorsement and Implementation

ESG Strategy endorsed by Board of Directors and rolled out.

April

Green Sukuk Issuance

Raised SAR 7.5 billion via green sukuk issuance with a dual-tranche, including a green tranche.

June

Carbon Credit Acquisition

Purchased Carbon Credits from the Regional Voluntary Carbon Market Company (RVCMC) to offset emissions- amongst the top 3 largest purchasers.

October

Strategic Funding for Sustainable Infrastructure

Received SAR 11.25 billion in funding to build smart grids, integrate renewable energy projects, and improve grid reliability

October

Accelerating Electric Vehicle Adoption

Launched Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Company (EVIC) in partnership with Public Investment Fund (PIF) to establish fast-charging infrastructure and accelerate EV adoption.

December

Net Zero Ambition

Announced Net Zero emissions by 2050 ambition in line with the KSA’s endeavor to achieve Net Zero emissions.

December

Driving Sustainability Innovation

Signed 8 MoUs for sustainability-focused partnerships at COP28, including ones for planting 5 million trees across Saudi Arabia and launching a CoE for sustainability with NZTC & Accenture.

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Nationalization of The Workforce

Incidents of Discrimination Reported by Employees

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Supply Chain Localization

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Development & Innovation Spending as % of Sales

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Local Content in Procurement

Industry Associations & Memberships

SEC is an active member of various industry associations and sustainability-focused groups. Through these memberships SEC aims to share knowledge, learn from best practices and provide inputs to policy decisions for a sustainable future.

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