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esg at kubo: from reporting to tangible impact
ESG is no longer just a reporting requirement for many companies. It is increasingly becoming an integral part of strategic choices. For KUBO, ESG is therefore not a paper process, but something that directly affects how we design, collaborate and continue to improve projects.
Clients, investors and legislation are increasingly demanding clear information and demonstrable results. As a result, ESG is playing an increasing role in project awarding, collaborations and investment decisions. This requires more than just compliance with rules. It requires clear insight, a good approach and well-founded choices.
FROM OBLIGATION TO VALUE
At KUBO, we see ESG as a way to better build future-proof horticultural projects. Not only by improving our own performance, but also by making sustainability in the chain measurable and discussable.
WHAT WE SEE IN THE MARKET
- CO2 transparency is becoming the norm
More and more customers want insight into emissions throughout the chain. This means that reliable data is no longer optional, but is becoming part of the basics. - CSRD requires structural preparation
Even with delayed legislation, the direction remains clear. Organizations need to get their data, governance and reporting processes in order. - Traceability of materials becomes more important
Origin, composition and impact of materials count more heavily. Especially in projects where substantiation and audits play a role. In the coming years we will focus on four themes that make a difference in implementation and substantiation. - ESG becomes a hard project requirement
Where sustainability used to be distinctive, it is now increasingly becoming a condition for participation. - Energy efficiency remains crucial
Global pressure on energy use makes efficient solutions even more relevant. This touches directly on how projects are designed and realized.
WHAT KUBO IS WORKING ON NOW
To properly support this development, we are working on several fronts simultaneously to strengthen our ESG approach.
- Better data for the Carbon & ESG Report 2025.
Data collection has been scaled up. Subsidiaries now provide their input independently. This increases the reliability of the data and speeds up the reporting process. - Focused preparation for CSRD
We are using the postponement period until 2028 to properly set up our base. The focus is on data quality, governance and connection to existing systems. - Further development of Underground Forest
The number of connected customers is growing. Seven customers are now participating. Despite delays due to stricter certification requirements, this initiative remains valuable, both for KUBO and for clients who want to make their impact more concrete. - Stronger supplier assessments
We are actively building aresponsible and future-proof supply chain. Suppliers complete an ESG questionnaire so that we can better understand their sustainability practices, ethics and governance. Supplier assessments have also been revamped, integrating ESG criteria and financial health. - Attention to business ethics
Corporate responsibilitystarts internally. That's why we also invest in awareness and compliance. The e-learning module on ethics, compliance and reporting has now been completed by 98 percent of employees. - A new sustainability report
Together with Marketing, we are working on a new report that clearly brings together vision, projects and results. With this we want to make our impact more visible and better substantiated.
STRATEGIC FOCUS FOR 2026 TO 2030
In the coming years, we will focus on four themes that make a difference in both implementation and underpinning.
- Reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions
To support our CO2 reduction goals, we are committed to 100 percent renewable energy and further electrification of the vehicle fleet. - Better control of Scope 3
The greatest impact is in the chain. That is also where the greatest challenge lies. With better insight, targeted procurement and cooperation with sustainable partners, we want to further reduce these emissions. - More transparency in the supply chain
The better we understand supplier data and material flows, the better we can respond to customer requests, audits and reporting requirements. - Making ESG data available digitally
We are working on centralizing ESG data in our systems. Business Central should become the place where environmental product data and ESG information come together. This will make relevant information more readily available to teams, customers and supply chain partners.
FROM INSIGHT TO ACTION
For KUBO, ESG is not a separate theme. It is part of how we work on sustainable, future-proof solutions for greenhouse horticulture. By improving data, making the chain more transparent and substantiating sustainability in concrete terms, we are building more impact step by step.