Climate Change Data

Arq, Inc.

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:8534 MT CO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:4,392 MT CO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:4,142 MT CO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:103,216,581 MWh/year
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:0.09 MT CO2e / Total Revenue in thousands USD

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced energy usage through waste heat recapture at Red River plant.
  • Repurposing coal waste as feedstock at Corbin facility, minimizing environmental impact and enabling site regeneration.
  • Utilizing rail transport for product shipment to reduce carbon footprint.

Social Achievements

  • Implemented company-wide safety recognition programs.
  • Completed a six-week employee wellness challenge.
  • Offered a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, 401k, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement.
  • Participated in community engagement activities such as Salvation Army Angel Tree program, park cleanup, and food drives.

Governance Achievements

  • Established a robust ESG program managed by the management team with oversight from the Nominating and Governance Committee.
  • Implemented and annually reviewed Code of Ethics and Business Conduct, along with other key policies (Insider Trading, Whistleblower Protection, Anti-Bribery & Anti-Corruption, International Trade Compliance, Anti-Money Laundering).
  • 100% completion of training on key policies in 2023.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Anticipated increase in energy usage and GHG emissions with expanded operations at Red River and Corbin facilities.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Partnering with Louisiana Tech University to assess energy efficiency at Red River plant.
  • Establishing an Energy Analysis Team at Corbin facility to identify energy-efficient alternatives.
  • Continuously seeking improvements in manufacturing processes, fuel usage, and coal waste extraction and purification process.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Long-term partnership with North American Coal for feedstock sourcing.
  • Prioritizing efficient and safe utilization of natural resources.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Not disclosed
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Null

Certifications: ISO 19001 (Quality Management)

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Granular Activated Carbon (GAC), Powdered Activated Carbon (PAC), Colloidal Carbon Product (CCP)

Awards & Recognition

  • Not disclosed