Ekol places sustainability at the heart of its corporate strategy, aiming to maximize its positive environmental, social, and economic impact. We view sustainability as a core element of how we do business and actively work to uphold our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) responsibilities.

At Ekol, we are guided by our motto “for a better.” Adopting sustainability as an integral part of our business strategy;

We lead the transformation of the business world with our ESG approach.

We place the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and related material topics at the heart of our business model. This approach not only secures our long-term success but also reinforces our commitment to contributing to global sustainability targets. At the center of our corporate strategy lie five key goals:

• Goal 5: Gender Equality
• Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
• Goal 9: Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
• Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
• Goal 13: Climate Action

Through this lens, we prioritize the preservation of natural resources, the reduction of carbon emissions, and the generation of positive social impact all while driving sustainable economic growth.

We make a difference in the industry through the solutions we implement to minimize our environmental impact:

• We build sustainable infrastructure through our LEED-certified facilities, green ports, and eco-friendly office investments
• We are expanding our renewable energy investment portfolio to power a significant portion of our operations with solar energy.
• We employ ISO 14064-1:2018 greenhouse gas emission calculations and verification processes to manage our environmental impact transparently.
• We boost energy efficiency and significantly reduce our environmental footprint through our low-carbon transportation model.
• We continuously enhance our sustainable business practices in alignment with the CDP (Carbon Disclosure Project), EcoVadis standards, and our 2030 Carbon Neutrality goal.

We strengthen our economic sustainability by continuously improving our operations:

• We optimize costs and enhance service quality by increasing overall operational efficiency.
• We drive technological advancements and improve the efficiency of our logistics processes through our R&D investments.
• We improve the sustainability and performance of our logistics operations through ongoing investments in technology and innovation.
• We strengthen our global competitiveness as the first warehousing and logistics company accepted into the Turquality Program.

These efforts enable us to grow consistently while using our resources more efficiently.

We continue to create value for our employees, business partners, and the communities we operate in:

• • We uphold the highest standards in employee well-being and occupational safety.
  • We support gender equality through initiatives that promote the employment of women.
  • We provide training and development programs that foster continuous learning and professional growth.
  • We reinforce our commitment to ethics and social responsibility by aligning with the principles of the United Nations Global Compact.

Through these initiatives, we play a leading role not only in the business world but also in advancing social sustainability.

Ekol is committed to improving its performance in international sustainability ratings from voluntary platforms such as CDP and EcoVadis. These assessments evaluate companies on a range of criteria, including climate-related governance structures, risk and opportunity management, business strategies, targets, greenhouse gas emission tracking, and stakeholder engagement. Driven by a mindset of continuous improvement, Ekol was rated in 2022 at par with the European average and above the industry average by these rating agencies. Ekol continues to build on this achievement through its ongoing sustainability initiatives.

Ekol is a signatory of the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC), which addresses the core responsibilities of the business world in the areas of human rights, labor, environment, and anti-corruption. By signing the Compact on November 12, 2007, Ekol committed to incorporating the UNGC’s 10 Principles into its strategies, policies, and procedures. In line with this commitment, the company regularly reports on its efforts to advance human rights and protect the planet.