ESG Management - Zilor RI

Strategic Guidelines

At Zilor, environmental, social, and governance (ESG) best practices are part of who we are. In 2021, these initiatives took on greater structure and visibility with the launch of the Zilor + Sustainable Program.

This program intentionally integrates sustainability into Zilor’s strategy, guided by an ambition for transformative change, a compelling purpose, and clear strategic directives. These directives, endorsed and prioritized by Senior Management, reflect the Company’s commitment at all leadership levels to advancing its ESG journey.

ESG Mission
To drive Zilor’s sustainable growth and long-term resilience by implementing actions that generate positive financial and social impact, promote synergy with the environment, and uphold a strong governance framework - while prioritizing safety, innovation, and the well-being of people.
ESG Vision
To be recognized by stakeholders as a sustainability leader, influencing and accelerating sustainable development across all areas of operation.
ESG Purpose
Zilor believes that the relevance and longevity of its business are firmly grounded in ESG principles - enabling sustainable, synergistic growth that benefits both the Company and society.

Environmental Management

Environmental management at Zilor is focused on identifying and reducing environmental impacts, enhancing positive outcomes, creating business value, and protecting natural resources.

Social Management

Zilor’s social management strategy centers on protecting employee health and safety, fostering a supportive and inclusive work environment, and promoting professional development. The Company is committed to human rights, diversity, and equality – and actively engages with local communities through education, health, and income-generation initiatives.

Governance Management

Zilor’s governance strategy ensures transparency, accountability, and integrity across all operations through policies designed to address conflicts of interest, manage risks, and support ethical practices.

Environmental Management

Covers the operational performance of both business units and highlights innovation efforts from field to industry – all aimed at improving efficiency and productivity.

SDG: 9

Addresses both climate mitigation and adaptation. Mitigation efforts focus on reducing fossil fuel use and expanding renewable energy sources to lower greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. Adaptation highlights the role of ethanol in decarbonizing the value chain.

SDG: 7, 8, 12, 13

Covers the Company’s impact on water availability and quality in the regions where it operates. With water playing a key role in both agricultural and industrial processes, Zilor is committed to minimizing water use and improving conservation practices.

SDG: 3, 6, 8, 11, 12

Focuses on adopting innovative and precision farming techniques that reduce environmental and social impacts, while ensuring the responsible use of natural resources.

SDG: 6, 14, 15

Social Management

Covers hiring from local communities and investing in projects that help reduce inequalities and support sustainable socio-economic development – while safeguarding the rights of vulnerable populations.

SDG: 1, 8, 12

Focuses on equipping teams with the skills needed for mechanized agriculture and industrial innovation, while also promoting workplace health and safety.

SDG: 3, 4, 5

Promotes a safe, healthy, and inclusive work environment, with an emphasis on protecting the physical and mental well-being of employees – Zilor’s most valuable stakeholders.

SDG: 3, 8, 9

Monitors sugarcane suppliers to ensure they meet environmental and labor compliance standards across Zilor’s supply chain.

SDG: 5, 8, 16

Highlights Biorigin’s efforts to ensure traceability of its renewable-source products, adopt responsible marketing and labeling practices, and integrate technology that adds value for customers.

SDG: 12, 16

Governance Management

Zilor’s corporate governance structure is one of the Company’s operational pillars. It serves as a mechanism to enhance decision-making processes and to decentralize those decisions through the involvement of experienced market professionals on the Board of Directors and advisory committees. Its purpose is to provide stakeholders with transparency regarding the Company’s decision-making process and strategic direction, as well as to ensure alignment of principles and guidelines across all business units.

SDG: 8, 9, 16

Zilor has established policies, procedures, and training programs to ensure ethical and transparent management, in full compliance with applicable laws and market best practices. The Governance, Compliance & Contracts department leads initiatives such as Code of Ethics training for employees and agricultural partners and oversees the implementation of the Ethics & Compliance Program.

SDG: 8, 9, 16