Sustainability Commitments

Climate Action Plan

Through Climate Action Plan, TEMSA transparently shares its strategic transformation steps to mitigate the impacts of climate change and achieve sustainable growth. As a responsible player in the automotive sector, we offer innovative mobility solutions tailored to today’s needs while demonstrating our commitment to protecting the resources of the future.

Climate Action Plan Reports

Milestones & Targets

2022

• Milestones & Targets Transition to renewable energy at our production site

2023

• Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) and EPD certification for Avenue Electron
• 100% of electricity used at our production site sourced from renewable energy

2024

• Launch of SMETA Social Compliance Audits

2025

• Participation in CDP Water Security Survey as well as Climate Change Survey
• Completion of Phase I of the TEMSA Adana Campus Carbon Footprint Reduction & Creation of Carbon Sink Biodiversity Project
• Publication of TEMSA’s 1st Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Report in Perspective of Social Sustainability

2026

• Completion of Phase II of the TEMSA Adana Campus Carbon Footprint Reduction & Creation of Carbon Sink Biodiversity Project
• Expansion of our sustainable supply chain management project under the IMPACT initiative to include authorized dealers and service centers—completing the transition to end-to-end value chain management

2030

• 68.6% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions compared to 2021 baseline by 2030
• By 2030, TEMSA aims to reduce Scope 3 well-to-wheel greenhouse gas emissions from the use of sold buses and midibuses by 42% compared to the 2023 baseline, and by 59.6% per passenger-kilometer
• 42% reduction in water consumption per equivalent bus compared to 2022 baseline
• Circular design principles (durability, repairability, recyclability) applied to selected products by 2030
• ESG performance improvement among critical suppliers

2040

• Full transition to zero-emission product portfolio
• Facilitating the transition to a circular economy by working in collaboration with our stakeholders to maximize material sourcing efficiency by 2040.

2045

• Achieve zero waste target and eliminate landfill/incineration disposal

2050

• 90% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions compared to 2021 baseline
• 97% reduction per kilometer in Scope 3 emissions compared to 2023 baseline
• Achieve net-zero emissions across the entire value chain
• Reach 50% circular flow in line with circular economy goals

Initiatives

SBTi – Science Based Targets Initiative

“We Believe in Science-Based Goals and Commit to a Sustainable Future” TEMSA is the 1ST Turkish bus manufacturer to have its emission reduction targets approved by the SBTi.

• Long-term target: 90% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2050 (2021 baseline)
• 97% reduction per passenger-kilometer in emissions from purchased goods/services and use of sold vehicles: by 2050 (2023 baseline)
• Near-term target: 68.6% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions by 2030 (2021 baseline)

UN Global Compact

“We Joined the UN Global Compact for Global Responsibility”

Since 2022, TEMSA has been a proud participant in the United Nations Global Compact, committing to play an active role in solving global challenges.

The UN Global Compact is a leading initiative that encourages businesses to uphold social responsibility and sustainability across key areas such as human rights, labor standards, environmental protection, and anti-corruption.

TEMSA’s participation reflects not only compliance with legal obligations but also a commitment to contributing to global sustainability goals and promoting ethical business practices.

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