Materiality process |GRI 102-43, 102-46|
We listen and share with each other, our clients, and our partners.
Topics relevant to us were identified through a broad research process, conducted with support from external consulting, involving over 300 people ─ suppliers, clients, specialists, and employees (including our senior management). These are the steps in this process:
Among the topics discussed, seven stood out as more relevant after establishing a cutoff limit. Also, guided by our strategy, we included in this group the topics "People Management" and "Social and Environmental Aspects and Impacts,"2 in order to maintain our management and transparency regarding these aspects.
2 Covers the topics: "Water," "Biodiversity," "Local social and economic development," "Private social investment," "Climate change," "Relations with communities neighboring the operations," and "Waste and effluents.”
As a result, we have built the matrix below, which presents the main topics for our business, which are also the basis of the contents of this report.
Relevant topics |GRI 102-44, 102-47, 103-1|
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Relationship with suppliers, business partners, and clients
Justification
We identified client concerns associated with this topic and recognized our potential to share technology and best practices with business partners.
Associated aspects (GRI)
Procurement practices; Supplier environmental assessment; Supplier social assessment; Freedom of association and collective bargaining; Child labor; and Forced and/or compulsory labor.
(GRI) indicators reported
|GRI 204-1, 308-1, 308-2, 407-1, 408-1, 409-1, 414-1, 414-2|
Associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Gender equality (SDG 5) Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8) Industry, innovation and infrastructure (SDG 9) Responsible consumption and production (SDG 12) Peace, justice and strong institutions (SDG 16).
Impact boundaries |GRI 103-1|
Planting, growing, and transporting sugarcane; industrial processes; and distribution and marketing of fuels (B2B, Shell Aviation and Stations).
Innovation
Justification
We believe that stimulating innovation is what may differentiate us in the industry, and allow us to discover ways to mitigate risks and boost efficiency.
Associated aspects (GRI)
None.
(GRI) indicators reported
There are no related GRI indicators.
Associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Zero hunger and sustainable agriculture (SDG 2) Affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8) Industry, innovation and infrastructure (SDG 9).
Impact boundaries |GRI 103-1|
Planting and growing sugarcane; industrial processes; and distribution and marketing of fuels (B2B, Shell Aviation and Stations).
Workplace safety
Justification
Health and safety impacts on employees and third parties are some of the main criteria observed by clients. Dealers praise our practices. This topic also covers the entire value chain.
Associated aspects (GRI)
Occupational health and safety.
(GRI) indicators reported
|GRI 403-1, 403-2, 403-4|
Associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Good health and well-being (SDG 3) Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8).
Impact boundaries |GRI 103-1|
Planting, growing, and transporting sugarcane; industrial processes; and distribution and marketing of fuels (B2B, Shell Aviation and Stations).
Renewable energy and energy efficiency
Justification
Global demand for renewable energy has increased. This topic was often mentioned by experts, leadership, and employees.
Associated aspects (GRI)
Energy; Emissions.
(GRI) indicators reported
|GRI 302-1, 302-2, 302-3, 305-1, 305-2, 305-3, 305-4|
Associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Good health and well-being (SDG 3) Affordable and clean energy (SDG 7) Responsible consumption and production (SDG 12); Climate Action (SDG 13).
Impact boundaries |GRI 103-1|
Industrial processes and fuel distribution.
Ethics and integrity
Justification
A topic often mentioned by leaders, suppliers, and employees.
Associated aspects (GRI)
Anti-corruption; Anti-competitive behavior; Environmental compliance; and Social and economic compliance.
(GRI) indicators reported
|GRI 205-1, 205-2, 205-3, 206-1, 307-1, 419-1|
Associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Peace, justice and strong institutions (SDG 16)
Impact boundaries |GRI 103-1|
Planting, growing, and transporting sugarcane; industrial processes; and distribution and marketing of fuels (B2B, Shell Aviation and Stations).
Sustainability in the strategy
Justification
Often indicated by leadership.
Associated aspects (GRI)
There are no related GRI aspects.
(GRI) indicators reported
There are no related GRI indicators.
Associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Responsible consumption and production (SDG 12)
Impact boundaries |GRI 103-1|
Planting, growing, and transporting sugarcane; industrial processes; distributing and marketing fuels (B2B, Shell Aviation and Stations); consumers.
Justification
Most mentioned by leadership and employees. It covers our competitive advantages and our ability to generate return for shareholders without compromising business continuity.
Associated aspects (GRI)
Economic performance.
(GRI) indicators reported
|GRI 201-1, 201-2|
Associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8).
Impact boundaries |GRI 103-1|
Planting and growing sugarcane; industrial processes; and distribution and marketing of fuels (B2B, Shell Aviation and Stations).
People management
Justification
More relevant to employees and among those most mentioned by clients.
Associated aspects (GRI)
Employment; Training and Education; Diversity and equal opportunity; Non-discrimination
(GRI) indicators reported
|GRI 401-1, 401-3, 404-1, 404-3, 405-1, 406-1|
Associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
Quality education (SDG 4) Gender equality (SDG 5) Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8) Reduced inequalities (SDG 10)
Impact boundaries |GRI 103-1|
Planting, growing, and transporting sugarcane; industrial processes; and distribution and marketing of fuels (B2B, Shell Aviation and Stations).
Social and environmental aspects
Justification
Includes aspects related to the impact of our activities, although not all of them were prioritized by the stakeholders consulted.
Associated aspects (GRI)
Market presence; Indirect economic impacts; Water; Biodiversity; Effluents and waste; Rights of indigenous communities; Local communities.
(GRI) indicators reported
|GRI 202-1, 203-1, 303-1, 304-1, 304-2, 306-3, 411-1, 413-1, 413-2|
Associated Sustainable Development Goals (SDG)
No poverty (SDG 1) Zero hunger and sustainable agriculture (SDG 2) Good health and well-being (SDG 3) Gender equality (SDG 5) Clean water and sanitation (SDG 6) Decent work and economic growth (SDG 8) Reduced inequalities (SDG 10) Sustainable cities and communities (SDG 11) Responsible consumption and production (SDG 12); Life below water (SDG 14) Life on land (SDG 15) Peace, justice and strong institutions (SDG 16).
Impact boundaries |GRI 103-1|
Planting, growing, and transporting sugarcane; industrial processes; and distribution and marketing of fuels (B2B, Shell Aviation and Stations).
