Climate Change Data

Energy Harbor Corp

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)

Reporting Period: 2022

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:13 million tons of greenhouse gas avoided annually

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Environmental Stewardship
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
  • Community Empowerment
  • Operational Excellence
  • Health and Safety
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Committed to being a 100% carbon-free energy infrastructure and supply company by 2023
  • More than 30 million megawatt hours generated by our nuclear units avoids the creation of 13 million tons of greenhouse gas annually
  • Over 99% of water used for cooling is returned cleanly to the environment
  • Bulk Survey Free Release (BSFR) methodology reduces low-level radioactive waste by over 50% volume
  • Laundering and returning in-plant work clothing reduces low-level radioactive waste by over 100,000 cubic feet per year

Social Achievements

  • Granted over $10,000,000 to county and state agencies to enhance emergency response capabilities
  • Provided over $2,000,000 to more than 60 local non-profit organizations
  • Energy Harbor employees provided thousands of volunteer service hours
  • In first two years, over 40% of new employees represent at least one diverse population
  • Achieved a top quartile incident rate of 0.03% among on-site nuclear workers in 2021
  • Implemented Healthy Living program for employee well-being

Governance Achievements

  • Established a Sustainability Oversight Committee
  • Board comprised of nuclear industry veterans; five of eight directors are independent
  • Robust risk management controls and framework, and an anonymous employee concerns and business ethics hotline

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Help the country reach its net-zero emissions target no later than 2050
Short-term Goals:
  • 100% carbon-free energy infrastructure and supply company by 2023

Environmental Challenges

  • Need to do more to address climate change and improve social justice
  • Maintaining a safe and ethical workplace culture
Mitigation Strategies
  • Continuous improvement initiatives (Innovate Now program)
  • Strong environmental management programs and processes with strong monitoring procedures and risk assessments
  • Commitment to strong environmental stewardship
  • Active pursuit of opportunities with potential partners to repurpose fossil-fueled facilities

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Responsible sourcing (including local sourcing) incorporated into agreements with new suppliers
  • Procurement policy considers ESG factors during sourcing and vendor selection
  • Suppliers expected to abide by environmental laws, regulations, and ethical practices

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Opportunities
  • Hydrogen generation pilot project

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Emission Free Energy Credits (EFECs)
  • 24/7 emission-free energy compliance product
  • Hydrogen generation