Environmental Statement

EMAS STATEMENT REPORTING PLATFORM

ES-CAT-000495

Environmental Statement

EMAS EUROPEAN REGULATIONS

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ES-CAT-000495

Environmental Statement

EMAS STATEMENT REPORTING PLATFORM

ES-CAT-000495

COPCISA:

COPCISA-Terrassa-Office and construction sites

General data

Introductory Presentation

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COPCISA, SA promotes and manages infrastructures that contribute to the improvement of the quality of life and the progress of people and society. The environmental protection of the environment in which we operate and the objectives of sustainability have always been in our principles of action. 

At COPCISA, SA, we promote the constant and progressive improvement of our environmental performance, Search in all our activities. To this end, we enhance our processes and technical capabilities in a sustainable manner, applying widely recognized standards and guidelines. To achieve this, COPCISA, SA implemented and certified an environmental management system based on ISO 14001 in 2000, adapting it to the EMAS Regulation in 2022 and applying for registration. 

The EMAS scope for COPCISA, SA is the headquarters in Terrassa (office) as well as the works in progress (civil works and building) for the year of verification.

In reference to the environmental policies of the COPCISA INDUSTRIAL group, it has ISO 14001 certification in the different companies; NOVANTIA, PABASA, ISTEM, INNOVIA and HORMICONSA. In addition, there are available for all of them the Inscriptions in the Carbon Footprint Registers (state and autonomous level) from 2018 to the present. 

For the time being, there are no plans to extend the EMAS Registry to the rest of COPCISA, S.A.'s fixed sites or to the rest of the group's companies.

COPCISA, SA's sustainable growth is based on the optimization of resources, their efficiency and the minimization of possible negative environmental impacts. COPCISA, SA has strengthened its commitment to sustainable development by joining the United Nations Global Compact and establishing Sustainable Development GoalsSDG). 

EMAS registration date: 10/04/2022.

This statement is the fifth edition (first follow-up audit). The next statement will be published in the second half of 2027.

 

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Centre/s
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Workers
462

Area

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Activity in
Millions of euros 
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Our organisation presents this validated Environmental Statement as part of our commitment to transparency and environmental improvement of our activities, operations and facilities.

LOCATION- MAIN CENTER

Description of the activity

Activities and scope of the Environmental Statement

COPCISA,SA was founded in 1965 in Terrassa (Barcelona) as a company specialized in earthworks. During the 70's and 80's the company undertook all kinds of civil engineering works.

In the 90's, COPCISA SA definitively positioned itself as a reference construction company based on a prudent business management and a highly professionalized structure. Along with large civil engineering works, a boost is given to the area of services and building, executing emblematic works. During this period, the Madrid office was opened and, together with other construction companies, ANCI (National Association of Independent Constructors) was created.

The beginning of the new century coincides with a period of major infrastructures in Spain in which COPCISA, S.A. is widely involved. 

COPCISA, S.A.'s activities meet the needs of public and private clients, and include both civil works and building and services throughout Spain.

COPCISA, S.A. belongs to the COPCISA INDUSTRIAL business group, which is made up of different companies in the construction and services sector. It is worth mentioning the following companies:

-NOVANTIA: focused on construction, renovation and rehabilitation of buildings.

-Construction materials companies: PABASA manufactures and spreads asphalt agglomerate and carries out road maintenance work, and HORMICONSA manufactures fresh concrete and manages aggregates.

-ISTEM: reference company in all types of installations and energy efficiency.

-INNOVIA: its activity is based on infrastructure maintenance and urban services.

The EMAS scope for COPCISA, SA is the headquarters in Terrassa (office) as well as the works in progress (civil works and building) for the year of verification.

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Environmental management and governance approach

Description of the Environmental Management System

COPCISA, SA has an Environmental Management System based on the UNE-EN ISO 14001 standard and the EMAS Regulation. It forms part of the COPCISA INDUSTRIAL Group’s Integrated Management System. Copcisa Industrial has implemented a Management System applicable to the group’s certified companies, which incorporates the following standards:

§ Quality: UNE-EN-ISO 9001,

§ Environment: UNE-EN-ISO 14001 and EMAS Regulation.

§ Energy Efficiency: UNE-EN-ISO 50001

§ Safety and Health at Work: UNE-EN-ISO 45001

§ Road safety: UNE-ISO 39001

§ R&D&I: UNE 166.002

The Integrated Management System consists of the System Manual, the Integrated System Policy and 38 corporate procedures. The most important of these procedures for environmental management are the procedure for the Identification of Environmental Aspects and Risks (P-CORP20B), the CA, MA and SV Management Plan (P-CORP21) and the Applicable Legislation (P-CORP04A).

 

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Location and contact

Address: c/ Navas de Tolosa, 161 Terrassa - Tel: 937454400 - Mail: copcisa@copcisa.com

Web: www.copcisa.com

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Primary and secondary CNAE codes:4121—Residential building construction; 4102—Nonresidential building construction; 4211—Road and highway construction; 4291—Waterworks; 4299—Construction of other civil engineering projects not elsewhere classified; 4311 Demolition, 4312 Site preparation, 4313 Drilling and boring, 4321 Electrical installations, 4322 Plumbing, heating, and air conditioning installations, 4324 Other construction site installations, 4331 Plastering, 4332 Carpentry installation, 4333 Floor and wall covering, 4334 Painting and glazing, 4335 Other building finishing, 4341 Roof construction, 4399 Other specialized construction activities n.e.c.Pr. 4350- Specialized construction activities in civil engineering, 4323- Installation of insulation, 4391- Masonry and bricklaying activities., 

 

Environmental policy

Organizational Policy

CORPORATE SIG POLICY

The trust that customers have in COPCISA, S.A. is one of the fundamental pillars of the company.

COPCISA, SA is committed to offer maximum satisfaction to its customers, to execute its work safely, with respect for the environment, with quality and applying whenever possible, efficient and innovative techniques and methods, all in accordance with the values and principles of the company and taking into account the parties affected by the activities.

For this reason COPCISA, SA has implemented, maintains and continuously improves the Integrated Management System (IMS), accredited according to the highest international standards and applicable to each of the companies that are part of the Group. COPCISA, SA is adhered to the United Nations Global Compact and follows its 10 principles related to human rights, labor, environmental and anti-corruption. It is also committed to and contributes to the achievement of the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDG) of the United Nations. Management's commitments are embodied in the following principles:

  • Train and adequately train all professionals, provide the necessary material resources and apply the appropriate prevention measures to achieve the objective of zero accidents.
  • Promote and apply safe and healthy working conditions for the prevention of injuries, active health protection and safety, as a basic principle for the development of the activity, also facilitating the consultation and participation of workers.
  • Promote and adopt actions in the area of road safety that reduce the risk of death or injury to people while traveling.
  • The preservation of natural resources and those areas of ecological, scenic, scientific or cultural interest and respect for the environment are the basic pillars of COPCISA, SA's actions, which are manifested in compliance with the best environmental practices in all its activities, through the prevention and minimization of adverse impacts that may affect our environment.
  • COPCISA, SA's environmental strategy is structured around a commitment to the fight against climate change, the efficient use of renewable energies, the sustainable use of resources, the reduction of emissions, effective waste management, the circular economy. We are also committed to the prevention of pollution and the protection of the natural environment and biodiversity.
  • Identify and analyse risks and opportunities to avoid and/or reduce exposure and make an assessment for decision making.
  • Apply the utmost rigor in the execution of contracts to ensure the quality and reliability of products and services, guaranteeing safe use for people.
  • Customer trust is essential. Therefore, it listens to customers and other stakeholders and identifies their needs and expectations in order to take them into account and offer products and services to their full satisfaction. This fosters the creation of mutually beneficial long-term relationships.
  • The company encourages innovation and the development of specific projects to obtain new products and improve work processes, which allow us to identify good practices, creating a culture of permanent search for efficiency in operations.
  • Comply with current legislation and other commitments that the organization subscribes to in each of the areas and places where it operates.
  • Promote a preventive culture based on the principle of "zero tolerance" towards the commission of illegal acts and the application of the principles of action and conduct established in the Code of Ethics.
  • Comply with and promote the principle of equal treatment and opportunities, as well as non-discrimination between women and men in COPCISA, SA companies. This policy is a public provision, is part of the general policy of COPCISA, SA and must be assumed by the entire Organization.

Management is committed to provide the financial, human and technical resources necessary to comply with this policy. Likewise, it will ensure that the Integrated Management System Policy of COPCISA, SA is transmitted and enforced. COPCISA, SA to all company professionals, suppliers, subcontractors and customers.

Date: April 2021

Signed by Management

Communication and participation

Communication and stakeholder engagement

Communication

COPCISA, S.A. carries out its internal and external communication based on an internal procedure of the organization. This procedure ensures that the interested parties are answered or informed about the material aspects of the company. material aspects.

Both internally and externally, the organization publishes, from 2022 onwards, its Digital Environmental Statement in accordance with the European EMAS Regulation, available in different languages, as well as its Report of State of Non-Financial Information of Law 11/2018. which also includes a section on environmental information.

COPCISA, SA also has the following communication documents of interest:

  1. Sustainability Report
  2. Environmental Performance Report
  3. Integrated Management System

Participation

The organization is currently immersed in a process to improve its dual materiality analysis in relation to sustainability. In this process, the different interested parties or stakeholders will participate in order to improve strategic planning in this area. to improve strategic planning in this area. The material aspects include those associated with the main environmental aspects.

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Social information

Link here to our main social networks.

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Environmental assessment and performance

Key metrics

 

◉ Global indicators 2025

Includes the sum of all the organisation's sites under the EMAS Register. 

ENERGY CONSUMPTION

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6,053.8MWh

• Renewable energy consumption : 60.17%
• Renewable generation0%

WATER CONSUMPTION

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18,568m³

• Supply network64%
Source: Network | Others 

SANITARY DISCHARGES

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CO2 EMISSIONS

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1,419.13tons

• Indirect: 4.27%
• Direct 95.73%

WASTE

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 168,286.80tons

• Hazardous 0.043%
• Recovery 99.95%

Unit values on production/performance

41.46 MWh/Millions of euros

127.18 m³/Millions of euros

0 m3/Millions of euros

9.72 Tn/Millions of euros

1,152.65 Tn/Millions of euros

 

Dimension of the activity

Description of the main activity

COPCISA, S.A. is a construction company that develops its activity in the field of civil works, building, services and concessions, specifically:

  • Execution of works and construction activities of infrastructure, civil works, building, urban planning, facilities, equipment and services.

These works are executed within the entire Spanish territory.

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Evolution of production activity 

Business performance

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Evolution of production activity 

The total volume of work, as measured by revenue, remains consistent with previous years.

Energy use and management

 

Energy management

The energy sources used are electricity and fossil fuels. All electrical energy consumed is purchased externally, since the company does not have its own generation facilities. However, as far as possible, we promote the contracting of electricity from renewable sources with a guarantee of origin.

Fuel consumption (diesel and gasoline) is used to power generators on sites where electricity supply is not available, as well as to supply machinery and the fleet of company vehicles used by personnel.

The data reported are obtained from the invoices of electricity retailers and fuel suppliers. The conversion factors applied for the transformation to kWh come from the UCCCS (Universities and Colleges Climate Commitment for Scotland) calculator.

The SDG that aligns with this point is number 7: Affordable and clean energy.

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Environmental management and control

Energy consumption within the Organization—including fossil fuel and electricity use—has fluctuated in recent years due to the nature of the projects undertaken. These consumption levels are directly proportional to the requirements of the projects, which is why changes may occur from one year to the next. Even so, energy consumption remains similar to the previous year, totaling 6,053.8 MWh, slightly higher due to fuel consumption.

Each year, the Organization works to minimize energy consumption by implementing measures such as replacing lighting with LED fixtures, adding eco-friendly vehicles to the company fleet, reviewing employee commuting patterns, and committing to the adoption of more sustainable energy systems.

The organization does not generate renewable energy on-site.

The data sources used in this section were the invoices from fuel and electricity suppliers in each case.

 

The data was sourced from the UCCCfS v1.3 calculator.

 

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Units of energy consumption in MWh and their ratios associated with the activity.

Energy consumption by fuel

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Uses of energy

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Renewable energies

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Water use and management

 

Water management

In the Organization, water is used in the construction process and in the different facilities for sanitary uses. Depending on the type of work (civil works or building) and its use, water consumption varies. The use of water is mainly for the construction processes themselves and for irrigation to prevent dust. The source of the water is the water supply network, although in works where there is no connection, water provided in irrigation water tanks is used.

The SDG in which we are working on this point is number 6: Clean water and sanitation.

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Environmental management and control

Whenever possible during construction, the Organization prioritizes water reuse. For example, it is used in roof waterproofing tests, where water from upper roofs is directed to lower ones. It is also used for minor purposes, such as irrigation, etc. We have also adopted truck wheel cleaning systems that recirculate the water to make better use of it. 

The origin of the water in most cases is from the supply network, although depending on the works they may have different origins, especially in civil works where water can sometimes be captured from the groundwater table or from existing ponds. It should be taken into account that in some specific cases there is no water consumption data available because the supply is managed directly by the developer of the work, without consumption records or monitoring of the consumption of the work in a segregated manner.

The source of the data in this section comes from the invoices for the different supplies.

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Water consumption (m³) and ratios

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Water Uses

Year: 2025

Waste water discharge management

Wastewater management

Sanitary wastewater generated in the offices is discharged into the municipal sewage system. On the other hand, during the execution of works, an operational control has been implemented to ensure that all discharges are carried out properly. For example, the cleaning of concrete gutters, concrete mixers and the like is carried out in watertight collection points to avoid affecting the soil and aquatic systems, and is subsequently managed as waste. Likewise, sanitary wastewater from construction sites is discharged through the sewage system by requesting the corresponding connection permit or through chemical sinks.

Specifically, some construction projects generate wastewater from groundwater produced during the excavation process. When this occurs, a specific environmental plan is developed to ensure that no negative environmental impact occurs prior to discharge into the sewer system or watercourse, and to mitigate impacts on water systems (e.g., piezometric monitoring, particle settling, water quality control, etc., as appropriate). In 2025, there were no discharges of this type.

The source of the data is the technical reports provided by the works on the basis of the operational control implemented in them.

In this case the SDG that is fulfilled is number 6 Clean Water and Sanitation.

No wastewater was discharged into the natural environment this year.

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Environmental management and control

In this year, due to the type of work carried out, no discharges to watercourses or infiltration to the phreatic level have been generated in the construction of the works.

Public watercourse receiving the discharge: Depending on the works and their location, there are different destinations of natural typology.

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Atmospheric emissions

 

Emissions management

COPCISA, S.A. is not a company that produces large emissions into the atmosphere. Basically the emissions that the Organization generates are generated by the mobility of personnel and the movement of trucks and machinery that brings to the work all that is necessary for its construction. Emissions can also be generated during the execution of the works due to dust emissions from the movement of machinery or the demolition of buildings. The main sources of emissions are fuel consumption (combustion gas emissions, direct emissions), electricity consumption (indirect emissions) and earthmoving, demolition and other construction activities (diffuse emissions).

COPCISA, SA is part of the United Nations Pact against climate change, and the annual targets are aligned with the Climate Development Goals in the case of emissions, SDG 7; Affordable and Clean Energy. Monitoring indicators are available to check the evolution of emissions year after year. The company's objective is to be neutral by 2050.

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Environmental management and control

The trend inCO2-equivalent emissions calculated by the Organization since 2020 has fluctuated; in the early years there was a downward trend, and last year there was a slight increase in absolute terms. In 2025 2025,CO2 emissions have increased by 293.95 metric tons in absolute terms. In relative terms, emissions in 2025 have increased by 1.85 metric tonsof CO2 per million euros compared to 2024, due to the increase in civil engineering projects, which consume more fuel due to their nature.

The emission factors used to estimate the Organization's carbon footprint are those published by the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge of the version in force for the year declared. The data regarding the consumption of each energy source of the Organization come from the invoices of the contracted suppliers.

Emissions in tons ofCO2 equivalent include aggregate emissions of CH4, N2O,CO2 plus indirect emissions derived from purchased energy. With respect to emissions of fluorinated greenhouse gases, no fugitive emissions of fluorinated gases from air conditioning equipment have been recorded in the reported period.

As for PM (suspended particulate matter) emissions, quantitative data are not available since no measurements are taken. This significant environmental aspect is minimized with qualitative measures such as periodic watering during the earthmoving phases, wheel cleaning areas at machinery exits, and the obligation to place tarpaulins on trucks transporting earth or aggregates. During the demolition phases, watering is carried out and screens are provided to prevent the dispersion of dust in the buildings.

Emissions of CO, NOx, SO2 and PST have been estimated from the emission factors published by the COIB-Balearic Government. It should be noted that there are no specific emission factors for gasoline combustion in stationary engines, so gasoline consumption for generator sets has been estimated with the emission factors for road transport. A density of 750 kg/m3 has been considered for gasoline and 840 kg/m2 for diesel, values within the ranges established in the current regulations (RD 61/20016).

CO2 emissions

 

COPCISA, S.A. is registered in two carbon footprint registries: the Registry of Carbon Footprints, Offsets, andCO2 Absorption Projects of the Ministry of Ecological Transition and Demographic Challenge, and the Registry of Voluntary Agreements of the Government of Catalonia. The tools used to calculate emissions are the calculators provided by these agencies for each year. 

CO₂ emissions per center.

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GHG emissions certifications andCO2 registries

Con la clara convicción en trabajar por la reducción de sus emisiones, COPCISA SA se inscribe en el Programa de Acuerdos Voluntarios de la Generalitat de Cataluña desde el año 2019 y dispone del sello CALCULO del Ministerio de transición ecológica y reto demográfico verificado desde el año 2020. Esta anualidad se ha obtenido por primera vez el sello REDUZCO+CALCULO expedido por el Ministerio. Con este compromiso en el cálculo y la reducción de las emisiones a la atmósfera, se ha elaborado una hoja de ruta para llegar a la neutralidad de carbono y se marcan objetivos anuales para minimizarlas. Las acciones más destacadas para la reducción de las emisiones consistirán en realizar un Plan de Movilidad de la empresa, sustituir los vehículos actuales por vehículos con energías más limpias, en un plazo de 10 años, apostar por la contratación de compañías eléctricas que utilizan energías renovables, disponer de casetas en las obras con placas solares y contratar a proveedores de proximidad (<50km) así como empresas que dispongan de un compromiso con la reducción de emisiones o dispongan de sistemas de gestión ambiental. En el caso del polvo se incorporan en las distintas obras sistemas de minimización del mismo, que pueden ir des de la pavimentación de los accesorios, la cubrición con lonas de los camiones, limitación de la velocidad en la obra, riegos periódicos, sistemas de retención de polvo en las demoliciones, etc. CERTIFICATIONS AND REGISTRATIONS: 2025-10-17_REPORT ACORDS DEF-6498a9c7 report_2025-a3030 REGISTRATION CERTIFICATE_2024_CR-bfad6fa5 Stamps 2024-2-e7944427

Waste production and management

 

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Waste generation is one of the main environmental issues associated with construction projects. In this regard, COPCISA aligns its actions with SDG : Responsible Consumption and Production.

As part of the organization’s operational management, we promote the minimization of waste generation by applying the waste management hierarchy, prioritizing prevention, reuse, and recycling over disposal in a controlled landfill.

In addition, best practices have been implemented in the area of procurement, favoring the purchase of materials that contain recycled content or bear some form of environmental labeling, as well as the selection of suppliers with certified environmental management systems (ISO 14001) or registration under the EMAS.

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Environmental management and control

When it comes to managing construction waste, COPCISA, SA is committed to minimizing waste, properly sorting it at the source, and prioritizing recycling and Recovery .

All waste generated at construction sites is properly managed and covered by a Waste Management Plan(in accordance with Royal Decree 105/08 of February 1, which regulates the production and management of construction and demolition waste). Each site has a designated collection point for Hazardous waste Hazardous a separate area for Hazardous waste. The recycling station designed for the construction sites is reusable, properly labeled, and meets all regulatory requirements. Hazardous waste is stored in containers labeled according to each type of waste to facilitate proper on-site segregation. Recovery is always prioritized over landfill disposal, including the management of clean excavated soil, where its reuse in other construction projects or backfilling operations is promoted in accordance with the procedure set forth inOrder APM 1007/2017 of October 10, regarding general rules for Recovery excavated natural materials for use in backfilling operations and construction projects other than those in which they are generated.

With regard to waste management outcomes, in 2025, 99.95% of waste (including soil) was recycled and recovered, representing a 3.06% increase over 2024. As for waste sent to landfills, it accounted for 0.0013% (including soil), an increase of 3.11% compared to the previous year. Recovery excluding soil (which accounts for a high percentage of generated waste), increased slightly (99.54%) , representing a 0.15% increase compared to the previous year, compared to 0.45% (a 0.15% decrease compared to 2024) of waste sent to landfills.

The main types of waste generated at construction sites are: soil, mixed stone waste, concrete, mixed construction waste, septic tank sludge, and bituminous mixtures.

Regarding the breakdown of waste generated in 2025, the largest category is clean soil, followed by Hazardous waste Hazardous , to a lesser extent, Hazardous waste. In percentage terms, this would be 72.14% soil, 27.82% Hazardous waste Hazardous 0.043% Hazardous waste. This year, the amount of soil managed has been the most generated waste, increasing compared to 2024; this is partly due to the type of construction projects, which influences the different percentages year after year.

The source of the waste data comes from the documentation provided by the waste managers. These managers provide us with the tracking and traceability documentation for each waste.

The conversion factor used for soil is 1.80 tons/m³ (Source: Technical Building Code)

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Management of raw materials and resources

Management of material resources

Taking into account the characteristics of COPCISA, SA:

-Each work is an independent entity from the point of view of purchase and management of materials, which depending on the work may increase or decrease depending on the characteristics of the project of each work.

-The designs and materials for the execution of the work are defined by the project drafted by the client of the work, so Copcisa SA has no power of decision on the materials or the quantities to be used of each one.

Centralized data are not available, and even if they were, it would not make sense to compare them between years, since the works executed are those contracted, which may be of different types (civil works or building), may require very different types and quantities of raw materials defined by the project, and may require very different types and quantities of raw materials defined by the project. defined by the project.

As a result, conclusions when comparing data between different years will be totally erratic.

Even so, and given that concrete consumption has been a significant aspect, it will be taken into account as an indicator to be monitored.

The Organization, from the point of view of the choice of raw materials, always advises the use of sustainable and local materials. 

The conversion factor used for concrete was 2.3tons/m³, based on the average of the different types of concrete specified in the Structural Code approved by Royal Decree 470/2021, since although there are different densities depending on the type of concrete (lightweight, heavyweight), this value can be considered a standard or average density for the structural concrete used.

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Environmental management and control

It should be noted that the consumption of raw materials varies greatly depending on the type of works contracted, as it directly influences their consumption. Even so, as indicated above, the use of recycled materials is promoted whenever feasible, such as recycled aggregates or iron/steel, mainly. Whenever possible, recycled materials or materials with an environmental eco-label are used. 

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Biodiversity

Biodiversity indicators

The total land area occupied by the project in 2025 was 2,682,900 square meters, of which 699 square meters correspond to the permanent office space and 1,007,694 square meters correspond to the paved area at the various construction sites. This area is considered paved because it consists of land occupied by buildings or paved surfaces.

The total area of unpaved surfaces is 1,674,507 square meters. This area consists of green spaces—that is, areas that are not paved and serve as green zones within the construction sites. There are no nature-oriented areas in this fiscal year.

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Other information of environmental interest

Indicators and impacts

With respect to other indicators of environmental interest of the Organization, several annual indicators are contemplated that provide guidance on the evolution of COPCISA in different areas of interest. These indicators are monitored annually to see how they evolve from year to year.

 

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Significant and/or sector specific indicators 

Other environmental indicators of interest to the Organization include the following:

- Legal compliance: Number of annual penalties resulting from legal violations.

- Energy consumption at the Permanent Work Center (CTE): kWh consumed per year and annual kWh per person at the Permanent Work Center.

- Use of renewable energy: Percentage of renewable electricity (in kWh) relative to total electricity consumption for the current year.

- Amount of paper used under CTE: Kilograms of paper purchased under CTE during the year and kilograms of paper purchased by the company (contracts and CTE)

- Amount of paper sent for recycling under the CTE: Kilograms of paper sent for recycling under the CTE during the year and total kilograms of paper sent for recycling during the year (contracts and CTE)

- Carbon Footprint: TonsofCO2in the current year / Tons ofCO2in the previous year and Tons ofCO2in the current year (Scope 1+2) / Revenue in millions of euros and number of ECO/ZERO vehicles in the fleet / total number of vehicles in the company’s own fleet.

- Recovery recycling and Recovery : % (Tons of waste recovered and recycled in the current year) / Total tons for the year.

 

 

Environmental aspects and impacts

Environmental aspects and impacts

COPCISA, SA has determined a procedure for the identification and determination of the environmental aspects and impacts of its activities, both for stable work centers and for each of the works in progress, specifically the P-CORP-20B relating to environmental aspects and risks. The determination of the significance of environmental aspects is based on the weighting of the magnitude and severity of the environmental impact.

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Description of the most important and significant environmental aspects

Significant aspects are identified through procedure P-CORP20B. This procedure identifies the significant direct and indirect environmental aspects of the centers or works. In the case of direct aspects, they are evaluated according to two general criteria; magnitude and severity. In the case of the evaluation of indirect aspects, they are evaluated according to the criteria of probability and severity (taking into account the parameters environmental impact, interested parties, purchasing requirements). A system of control measures is implemented to control these aspects through inspection points. Direct aspects are considered significant when the result of the weighting is equal to or higher than 6 points. In the case of indirect aspects, they are considered significant when the result of the weighting is higher than 40 points.

From these identifications, the most significant environmental aspects that have arisen in the works are as follows:

  • Dust emissions generated by the circulation of vehicles within the construction site, excavation, paving and handling of materials.
  • Diesel fuel consumption
  • Emission of gases: From combustion of machinery, vehicles and equipment.
  • Affecting the population
  • Noise and vibration
  • Concrete consumption
  • Soil contamination; Spills of oil, fuel, and other Hazardous chemicals.
  • Water consumption
  • Waste generation (LER 150110)
  • Waste generation (LER 160504)
  • Soil contamination; concrete, cement, or mortar.
  • Electricity consumption.

The most notable impacts identified but deemed insignificant were: Consumption of geological resources, paper consumption, impact on flora, impact on fauna, light pollution, water abstraction, consumption of aggregate/bitumen, uncontrolled discharges into water, etc.

In the case of the Terrassa CTE, it has been detected as a significant aspect of waste (cardboard and paper).

To minimize these significant impacts, measures are being implemented to reduce their effects, and objectives are also being incorporated to improve the Recovery waste generated at the construction sites. Additionally, efforts continue to monitor fuel consumption and minimize it whenever possible. Regarding the impact on the local population, measures are taken to clean public roads, mark routes, protect trees, etc. As for noise, the work schedules set forth in current municipal ordinances are adhered to, and noise level measurements are conducted. 

In the case of CTE, training is provided to reduce paper, electricity and water consumption.

Description of significant environmental aspects 

The organization stands out for its environmental performance, which is continuously monitored and evolving. Each construction site has a technician trained to develop and implement the environmental management system properly. In addition, the Environmental Management Department provides support on the basis of periodic visits to the works, training, etc. The same Department is in charge of the evolution of the management system so that it can be improved year after year.

Environmental improvement planning

Target Planning

Environmental objectives are planned annually for the Organization within the Integrated Management System, together with environmental indicators and their monitoring. These objectives derive on the one hand from significant aspects, emission minimization objectives and annual training.

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Environmental improvement planning

With respect to the evolution of last year's objectives, the objectives that have been met have been:

- An increase in the Recovery rate, up 6.35% from the previous year.

Regarding the objectives that will continue to be worked on because they have not been fully met:

- Reduction of the carbon footprint. Due to the nature of construction projects, the carbon footprint has increased by 24% as of 2025.

- Environmental training has not reached 60%; it has been 39%.

- The Madrid offices have not met the goal of reducing energy consumption by 2%.

 

 

 

Good environmental management practices

 

Best practices in environmental management

Best Environmental Management Practices

As of the date of this report, the European Commission has not published or approved the Sectoral Reference Documents (SRDs), as defined in Article 46 of the European EMAS Regulation, for the construction sector. It should be noted that the draft document on Best Environmental Management Practices (BEMP) has been published and will be incorporated into the sector’s SRD. In this second cycle of implementation of the EMAS Regulation, this draft has not been taken into account as it is not included within an SRD; however, it may be considered in the planning of environmental improvements within the organization’s service delivery processes.

In any case, the Organization applies good environmental practices in addition to the proposed annual objectives. The most noteworthy good practices implemented this year were as follows:

- LED lighting in all construction sites.

- Sensitization of company personnel on good environmental practices on site. Periodic training of workers who carry out work on site that may have some type of impact on the environment.

- Responsible water use, primarily in the Catalonia region. Monitoring water consumption at construction sites and in offices to detect potential leaks and promote the sensible use of water at construction sites. Measures to regulate water consumption in offices.

- Promote the reuse of recoverable soil from construction sites. A very high percentage of the natural soil excavated from construction sites is reused, thereby promoting the circularity of this waste and preventing landfills from being filled with clean, reusable soil.

- Implementation of dust reduction systems, from the obligation for trucks to have a tarpaulin to cover them, paved areas at the entrances to construction sites, nets to prevent dust dispersion in demolitions, dust suction systems in sensitive construction sites such as hospitals, occasional sprinklers to prevent the dispersion of dust in the atmosphere.

- Protection of wildlife at construction sites (swallows, owls, eagles, etc.). Scheduling construction work around birds’ nesting periods.

- Protection of vegetation at construction sites (protected trees, protected plant species). Implementation of protective measures to prevent damage to trees on the construction site or in the surrounding area.

- Soil protection; Natural areas are protected with systems to prevent seepage of concrete, chemicals, oils, etc. 

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