We are committed to achieving carbon neutrality and continuously reducing carbon dioxide emissions at the level of the entire MK Group system. We will make a special contribution in the coming period through new investments in energy generation from renewable sources.
We respect the soil and conserve its fertility through sustainable agricultural practices. We treat the use of all natural resources responsibly and their efficient consumption is an integral part of our business policy.
higher production
green energy
in 2023
reduced water consumption
in 2023
a smaller amount
waste water
in 2023
waste submitted
operators
in 2023
GAS EMISSIONS OF THE GLASS GARDEN
25% reduction in band 1 and band 2 emissions by 2026.
GREEN ENERGY
€900 million investment
In 1 GW of green energy by 2026.
WASTE MANAGEMENT
5% less municipal waste by 2026.
The MK Group’s vision is a “green” Serbia, which is why we see renewable sources as a pillar of energy development. Our projects contribute to energy stability while protecting the environment.
Employees are the focus of all our business processes, as evidenced by training and development programmes, rewards and corporate culture promotion. We create an empowering work environment based on the principles of diversity, equality, inclusion and gender equality.
We listen to the needs of employees through regular annual surveys, because satisfied employees are at the heart of our company.
woman in
Board of Directors
MK Group
wife on
managerial
positions
the value of education
for employees
in 2023
engagement index
in 2023
GENDER EQUALITY
50% of women in management positions
positions until 2026.
EMPLOYEE SATISFACTION
95 engagement index
employees until 2026.
SAFETY AND HEALTH AT WORK
365 days without injury or fire
We are committed to developing the local communities in which we operate. We have committed to allocating EUR 5 million for socially responsible activities in the next 5 years. We will continue expanding our “Family Support” regional philanthropic programme to provide support for children and parents, as well as measures to stimulate the birth rate. We remain focused on education, healthcare and assistance to vulnerable social groups.
for 4 student dormitories
Adria region in 2024.
for philanthropy
in 2023
for 20 kindergartens in Adria
region in 2023.
for SOS Children’s Villages
in 2023
FAMILY AND PARENTHOOD SUPPORT
PROGRAMMES FOR CHILDREN AND YOUTH
EDUCATION SUPPORT
SUPPORT FOR HEALTHCARE INSTITUTIONS
ASSISTANCE TO VULNERABLE SOCIAL GROUPS
With a grant of EUR 25 million, the Miodrag Kostić Foundation will open the first centre for research and the popularisation of science in Serbia – the Palace of Science. On more than 5,500 m2, it will offer visitors a range of scientific content, along with 19 research centres of the Faculty of Electrical Engineering, University of Belgrade.
The MK Group and AIK Bank donated to 20 kindergartens in Serbia, Slovenia, Montenegro and Croatia during 2023. Donations in the total amount of EUR 680,000 were used to renovate and equip preschool institutions so that children could have the best conditions and the most creative environment possible.
During 2024, MK Group, together with AIK Bank in Serbia and Gorenjska Bank in Slovenia, implemented a regional CSR project of donations to student dormitories. Donations with a total value of 350,000 euros were awarded to four student dormitories – in Belgrade, Podgorica, Ljubljana and Zagreb.
As a company whose business is based on the principles of sustainable development, we have been recording constant growth and creating value for our employees, the economy, business partners and the wider community for 40 years. The MK Group has built a reputation as a responsible investor, a preferred employer, a stable system and an efficient organisation with an optimal corporate governance model. Achieving goals is supported by a defined organisational structure, procedures and a corporate culture that connects employees with common values, missions and vision.
We grow by creating an environment
in which personal and team potentials are realized, with optimal management
and responsible behavior.
We create value through the development of people, business and society as a whole.
Excellence, Empowered People
Constant development, Synergy
Achieving productivity and profitability is supported by a clearly defined organisational structure and procedures, as well as a corporate culture based on values, missions and vision that connect employees and contribute to achieving the business goals.
We have a strategic approach to managing ESG topics: we have defined five-year goals, established a system for non-financial reporting, and formed an ESG structure and a team that will be responsible for managing ESG risks and opportunities. We will continue to transparently inform stakeholders and regularly monitor our progress in achieving the set goals in order to be champions of sustainability.
Key areas of the MK Group ESG strategy:
achieving carbon neutrality and an increase in energy efficiency
environmental protection through the appropriate management of all resources
improving sustainability within value chains
improvement of the working environment and working conditions for employees
improvement of living conditions in the communities in which we operate
improvement of corporate governance at the group level