DGL Group Limited has outlined its enhanced ESG governance and risk management frameworks, including the establishment of a dedicated ESG team and the commencement of its initial climate report. The company is a Tier 2 reporter under AASB S2 and is due to provide its initial report for the period from 1 July 2026.
Material actions and disclosures
DGL has implemented documented escalation protocols and periodic compliance reviews to manage regulatory compliance risks. The company has also established emergency response plans, containment infrastructure, and incident escalation processes to manage hazardous materials incidents. Additionally, DGL has put in place network firewalls, two-factor authentication, and user access controls to manage cybersecurity risks.
The company’s Environmental Services segment operates a wastewater treatment plant at its Unanderra site to process liquid waste generated from its end-of-life lead acid batteries recycling plant. The segment also relies on an established and mature collection network of suppliers located throughout Australia for its ULAB recycling activities.
Forward commitments
DGL aims to improve its ESG governance by continuing to mature in ESG practices and aligning its cybersecurity framework with the NIST framework. The company also plans to complete the implementation of a new group-wide ERP and Finance system and an in-house Logistics Management system, which will replace over 30 stand-alone systems and lead to substantial productivity and efficiency benefits.
DGL continues to develop its new liquid waste treatment plant in NSW, with civil works completed in H1 FY26 and final installation works underway. Initial commissioning of key equipment commenced in H2 FY26, and full plant operation is expected in H1 FY27.
The company’s Environmental Services segment is upgrading its battery recycling facility to handle next-generation batteries from high-capacity backup power banks, targeting improved profitability.
DGL has also applied for additional licences to expand the range and volume of industrial liquid waste streams that can be processed from external sources at its liquid waste treatment plant.
These initiatives reflect DGL’s commitment to improving operational resilience and regulatory compliance, as well as its focus on resource recovery and hazardous waste management.
Attributed to the DGL Group Limited announcement dated [date], sourced from the company’s original announcement page 17.