Westport Fuel Systems Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Action
- Safe, Diverse & Inclusive Culture
- Responsible Sourcing
- Committed to Integrity
- Sound Risk Management Practices
- Principled Growth Approach
Environmental Achievements
- Integrated solar energy at Italian locations to offset electricity needs; one location captures methane for renewable energy; Netherlands location generates more solar power than needed; working towards ISO 14001 certification at Słupsk, Poland facility; identified Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions and created a clear path to science-based, net-zero GHG emissions targets; disclosed to the CDP to better understand TCFD requirements; advanced building core elements of TCFD-recommended climate-related disclosures.
Social Achievements
- Reportable injuries dropped from 12 in 2020 to 7 in 2021; Recordable Injury Rate (RIR) dropped from 0.93 to 0.42; launched first annual Global Safety Week; exceeded minimum target of 30% female representation on the Board for the second year in a row; completed Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index rating exercise; actively hiring diverse candidates; working with vendors employing differently-abled individuals; total training hours for direct employees increased to 12,131 hours (7.88 hours per employee).
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net-zero GHG emissions
- Develop Climate Action Plan outlining path to net-zero GHG emissions and aligning climate-related disclosures with TCFD recommendations; Global Health and Safety Policy to be approved and published; revise Terms and Conditions and supplier contracts to include ESG language.
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic impacting operational decisions; global supply chain fragility; increasing pressure and demand for more efficient, cleaner alternative fuel systems; understanding and managing Scope 3 emissions; advancing DE&I practices; strengthening risk management practices; strengthening supply chain resilience and due diligence; stringent ESG reporting regulations.
Mitigation Strategies
- Prioritized health, safety, and well-being of employees, customers, and communities; developed H2 HPDI fuel system for long-haul trucking applications; engaged S&P Global to understand Scope 3 emissions and draft response to TCFD recommendations; submitted responses to CDP; completed Bloomberg Gender-Equality Index assessment; initiated journey to foster a strengthened culture of “risk ownership”; developing ESG principles for responsible sourcing platform; incorporating ESG considerations into business strategy and decisions.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Increased awareness and accuracy of conflict minerals reporting; harmonization of supplier quality manuals; strengthened Supplier Quality General Agreement to include ESG factors; developing ESG-related terms and conditions into supplier contracts; applying ESG criteria to supplier selection and auditing; unifying supplier quality manual to integrate Code of Conduct and ESG expectations.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products; H2 HPDI technology.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Universal Standards, SASB Auto Parts and Electrical & Electronic Equipment Standards, TCFD
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 3
- 5
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 12
- 13
- 16
Supporting SDGs through HPDI 2.0 technology utilizing Biomethane (RNG) and H2 HPDI technology using hydrogen; commitment to clean transportation solutions; focus on occupational health and safety, diversity, equity and inclusion, and responsible sourcing; commitment to integrity and ethical behavior.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- HPDI 2.0 technology; H2 HPDI technology.
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Decarbonizing transportation
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DE&I)
- Occupational health and safety
- Responsible sourcing
- Human rights
- ESG governance
Environmental Achievements
- Westport products sold in 2022 reduced CO2 emissions by 1,498,438 tons.
- 7% decrease in Scope 2 indirect emissions
- 54.5% increase in energy consumption from solar panels
- Reduced emissions by 4.8% in Poland and 12.6% in Italy
- Over 89% of total waste from the reported operating sites is recycled
- Started the Scope 3 emissions calculation
Social Achievements
- 100% of employees trained in Code of Conduct, including anti-bribery
- 44% female representation at the Board level
- 32% global workforce are female
- 4% voluntary turnover rate
- 71% of our +900 suppliers are local
- “Label of Excellence” in gender equality by the Piedmont region for the Italian facility
Governance Achievements
- Further structuring of the ESG governance pyramid
- 4 years say-on-pay advisory
- 100% suppliers delivered with an ESG survey
- 89% non-employee directors are independent
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net-zero GHG emissions
- Reduce energy, water, and fuel consumption.
- Reduce waste disposal and production.
- Develop a Climate Action Plan identifying the path to net zero and aligning environmental disclosures to TCFD recommendations.
- Complete Scope 3 emissions calculation.
- Achieve ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certifications for all primary production facilities.
Environmental Challenges
- Conflict in Ukraine impacted clients and business associates, causing a significant shift in the global economy.
- Global obstacles challenging progress towards ESG goals.
Mitigation Strategies
- Mobilized internal resources to help Ukrainians by organizing internal charity events.
- Continued education, promotion, and public advocacy for alternative solutions.
- Recognized the need for a diverse portfolio of options to decarbonize transportation.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 100% of suppliers received an ESG survey.
Responsible Procurement
- Code of Conduct
- ESG criteria integrated into supplier contracts
- Responsible Minerals Initiative (RMI) template on conflict minerals
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB
Certifications: ISO 14001 (in progress for some sites), ISO 45001 (in progress for some sites)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 7 (Affordable and clean energy)
- Goal 9 (Industry, innovation, and infrastructure)
- Goal 3 (Good health and well-being)
- Goal 5 (Gender equality)
- Goal 8 (Decent work and economic growth)
- Goal 12 (Responsible consumption and production)
- Goal 13 (Climate action)
- Goal 16 (Peace, justice, and strong institutions)
Westport's technologies and initiatives contribute to these goals through decarbonizing transportation, promoting sustainable practices, and fostering a safe and inclusive workplace.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- HPDI fuel system (biomethane and hydrogen)
- Hydrogen components (GFI brand)
Awards & Recognition
- EcoVadis Bronze Medal
- “Label of Excellence” in gender equality by the Piedmont region for the Italian facility
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Decarbonizing transportation
- Safe, Diverse, & Inclusive Culture
- Responsible Sourcing
- Climate Action
- Committed to Integrity
- ESG Governance
Environmental Achievements
- 20% reduction in Scope 1 CO2 emissions
- 7% decrease in Scope 2 emissions
- Energy consumption decreased by 11.5%
- Over 90% of total waste from reported operating sites is recycled
- Scope 3 emissions calculation initiated
- UNI PRD 125:2022 certified for Gender Equality at Italian facilities
Social Achievements
- Friendly Workplace award at Polish facility
- Award for Excellence at Italian facilities
- 32% of global workforce is female
- 20% of management is female
- Parental Policy developed for Italian plants
- Scholarships provided to employees' children pursuing STEM degrees
Governance Achievements
- 44% female representation at the Board level
- Global Environmental Policy unveiled
- Global Health and Safety Policy introduced
- 5-year say-on-pay advisory vote
- Partnership with Ecovadis to boost Supply Chain Sustainability
- 89% non-employee directors are independent
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net-zero GHG emissions
- Further focus on CO₂ and GHG reductions in Scope 1, 2, & 3
- Establish strong partnerships with suppliers
- Develop strategies to reduce waste and increase resource efficiency
- Complete inclusivity awareness program
- Develop consistent, global approach to individual development plans
- Conduct comprehensive analysis of gender equality
Environmental Challenges
- Insufficient data availability for comprehensive Scope 3 emissions calculation
- High costs and low benefit associated with energy recovery from engine testing processes
- Need to improve data collection for consistent reporting across all locations
Mitigation Strategies
- Three-year partnership with Ecovadis to develop a Responsible and Sustainable Procurement strategy
- Development of a specialized tool for environmental reporting and review of historical data
- Implementation of energy efficiency enhancements at Italian facilities
- Installation of solar panels at Polish and Italian facilities
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 117 key suppliers onboarded to Ecovadis platform (initial target)
Responsible Procurement
- Partnership with Ecovadis
- ESG-related terms and conditions in supplier contracts
- Due diligence initiatives to prevent conflict minerals
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB
Certifications: UNI PdR 125:2022 (Italian facilities)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 7 (Affordable and clean energy)
- SDG 9 (Industry, innovation, and infrastructure)
- SDG 8 (Decent work and economic growth)
- SDG 3 (Good health and well-being)
- SDG 5 (Gender equality)
- SDG 12 (Responsible consumption and production)
- SDG 13 (Climate action)
- SDG 16 (Peace, justice, and strong institutions)
Westport's technologies and initiatives contribute to these goals through decarbonization efforts, sustainable manufacturing practices, and social responsibility programs.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- HPDI™ fuel system technology
- Hydrogen storage components
- Redesigned products with reduced material usage
Awards & Recognition
- Friendly Workplace award
- Award for Excellence
- Label Special Collaboration award