Green Forum • 21 May, 2024 at 12:00 PM
The activities of the Żabka Group significantly impact the Polish economy. According to the recently published Responsibility Report, "Conveniently and Responsibly," the total added value generated by the Group and its collaborating franchisees reached €2.1 billion in 2023, marking a 30% increase from 2022.
This sixth edition of the report summarizes the implementation of Żabka Group's Responsibility Strategy (ESG) throughout 2023.
"Thanks to the dynamic growth and innovation of the Żabka Group, we positively influence the Polish economy. This is evident in our support for entrepreneurship, the creation of over 63,000 jobs, and enhancing the shopping experience for more than 3 million customers daily across our 10,000 stores in Poland. Our efforts in 2023 have again been recognized in the prestigious EcoVadis rating, placing us among the top 1% of companies worldwide in integrating ESG factors into our strategy and operations," says Tomasz Blicharski, EVP of the Management Board, Chief Strategy & Development Officer of Żabka Group.
The "Conveniently and Responsibly" Report is Żabka Group's sixth Responsibility Report, prepared according to the latest non-financial reporting standards of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI Standards) and the Sustainability Accounting Standards Board (SASB).
"In line with our strategic approach to social and environmental responsibility, we integrate ESG aspects into all relevant Group plans and activities. Achieving these objectives requires proper management, commitment, time, resources, and, above all, teamwork," says Rafal Rudzki, ESG Director at Żabka Group.