From solar plants to smart agriculture – leading the way in sustainability, innovation and community partnerships
At Delta Holding, we have integrated sustainability principles into all aspects of our business – from strategy and governance to operational processes and relationships with the community and the natural environment. We are committed to being an active participant in building a better, fairer, and greener future.
We believe it is essential to continually inform all stakeholders about our ESG goals, the strategies we employ to achieve them, and the results we’ve accomplished. That’s why we recently published our 16th Report on Sustainable and Responsible Business.
As with previous editions, this report was prepared in line with the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) methodology. To identify material ESG topics, we applied the principle of double materiality, meaning we assessed both our impact on society and nature, as well as how environmental and social challenges affect our business.
Three years ago, we set clear targets for key ESG areas. One such goal is to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 50% by 2030. We are on the right track, having reduced emissions by 18.6% in 2024 compared to 2023, primarily through investments in renewable energy sources. Delta Holding currently operates 27 solar power plants with a total capacity of 7.3 MW. In several locations, we also use biomass for heating and to power production processes.
Thanks to the use of solar and biomass energy, we prevented the emission of approximately 31,000 tons of CO2 – an amount that would require 1.5 million trees to absorb in a single year.
Delta Real Estate continued to lead in green building innovation, launching major projects in Belgrade and Novi Sad.
The successful renovation of the Sava Centre was marked by the opening of the Blue Hall – a venue unique in the region for its capacity and ambience tailored to modern needs. Construction also began on the luxury Delta District residential and business complex in Belgrade, which will be certified with prestigious LEED and WELL standards. At the same time, Delta Iron is being developed in Novi Sad – a business complex targeting LEED Platinum certification, using 60% renewable energy from its own sources. Both projects will incorporate geothermal probes, solar panels, energy-efficient facades, and abundant greenery, aligned with the principles of sustainable and healthy urban living.
Delta Auto Group introduced the new Farizon brand of electric delivery vehicles to the Serbian market, supporting the electrification of last-mile delivery and the reduction of fossil fuel use. Other members of our distribution group, DMD and DTS, upgraded their fleets with electric delivery vehicles and continued to embed sustainability standards into their operations.
In the Delta Agrar and Food Processing divisions, producing high-quality products remains a top priority, achieved, among other things, through cooperation with suppliers who meet high labour and quality standards. Delta Agrar supports the development of small producers through partnerships and cooperatives, promoting consistent quality. A key part of our strategy is the implementation of regenerative and precision agriculture. Innovative technologies enable faster data collection, better decision-making, more efficient resource use, and the preservation of soil and water for future generations. We share this knowledge with farmers through our “Our Village” and “Digital Village” projects, which have helped over 150 farms adopt modern technologies and move toward more sustainable rural livelihoods since 2018.
Resilience, excellence, innovation, and partnerships are the key values that shape our business. By relying on our people, their knowledge, and their values, we will continue to drive sustainable growth that is meaningful for our company, society, and future generations.
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