At HIFAS Group, we view sustainability not as a mere statement of intent but as the very foundation of our corporate DNA. It is a model that seamlessly integrates pharmaceutical-grade quality, cutting-edge scientific innovation and a profound respect for the natural and social ecosystems in which we operate.
Over the last few years, we have consolidated this commitment through concrete and verifiable actions: the approval of our Equality Plan, the formalisation of a Right to Disconnect Policy, the renewal of our CRAEGA Organic certification and the prestigious 'Empresa Responsabilízate' certification. Furthermore, the publication of our first Sustainability Report and the rigorous, systematic auditing of our product level of sustainability. Each step reflects a clear vision: to grow responsibly and achieve a positive impact on our environment.
Leading by Example in Sustainability
This ethos is underpinned by strategic pillars that inform every facet of our activity. We are staunch advocates of the 'One Health' concept, recognising that human, animal and environmental wellbeing are part of a single, interdependent system. Our operations prioritise the integration of clean energy, the meticulous optimisation of natural resources and a decisive move towards a plastic-free future by championing recycled paper and eco-conscious packaging. All of this is aligned with the 'Terzo Paradiso' philosophy—striving for a genuine equilibrium between technological advancement, humanity, and the natural world.
Our environmental stewardship extends far beyond energy efficiency. Each year, HIFAS Group facilitates the planting of over 120,000 trees, effectively producing more oxygen than we consume and playing an active role in the restoration and regeneration of global ecosystems.
Reducing our Carbon Footprint
In our unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship, we have reached a significant new milestone: the formal registration of our Carbon Footprint with the Ministry for the Ecological Transition, audited by the official Climate Change Office. This accreditation further reinforces our dedication to absolute transparency and the rigorous management of greenhouse gas emissions (GHG).
Our latest emissions audit, covering Scopes 1 and 2, reveals a compelling trajectory. In 2024, we successfully achieved a 35.40% reduction in our relative carbon footprint compared to 2023. Notably, our emission intensity—measured in kilograms of $CO_2$ equivalent per euro of revenue—dropped from 0.01149 to 0.00946 kg $CO_2e/€$.
This data provides empirical evidence of a substantial improvement in our operational efficiency. We have effectively decoupled commercial growth from our environmental impact, proving that at Hifas da Terra, our evolution is defined not merely by scale but by a sophisticated, responsible excellence.
Biomass and Green Energy
Furthermore, a significant proportion of our energy consumption is already derived from renewable sources, including sustainable biomass, certified green electricity and our own on-site photovoltaic solar generation. These initiatives are now integrated into a comprehensive short-to-medium-term Decarbonisation Roadmap, meticulously designed to scale our renewable energy transition and accelerate the deployment of a low-emission corporate fleet.
For HIFAS Group, sustainability is not a mere support function; it is the cornerstone of our business model and the strategic axis upon which we are architecting the future of natural medicine.