Climate Change Data

AmeriPride, Canadian Linen and Québec Linge

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2015)

Reporting Period: 2015

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Sustainability
  • Employee Health and Safety
  • Community Well-being

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced carbon footprint by 9,243 metric tons in 2015 through heat reclamation.
  • Reduced carbon footprint by 1,555 metric tons through equipment and system improvements.
  • Reduced carbon footprint by 162 metric tons per year through solar power.
  • Saved approximately 63 million gallons of water (4% reduction) through water reuse systems.
  • Reduced carbon footprint by 866 metric tons through fleet enhancements.
  • Reduced CO2 emissions by 66 tons through alternative-fuel vehicles.
  • Reduced energy consumption by 50% in corporate HQ data center through hot aisle containment.
  • Reduced electricity spending by 29% in corporate HQ through energy-efficiency measures.

Social Achievements

  • Achieved the highest rating with the U.S. Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
  • Employees contributed more than 4,300 hours of volunteer work on company-wide Day of Service.
  • Company contributed more than $450,000 in monetary and product donations.
  • Corporate HQ employees raised more than $150,000 for the Twin Cities United Way.
  • Launched new uniforms with enhanced visibility and functionality for drivers.
  • Provided 36 employees with opportunity to earn college degrees through partnership with educational institutions.

Governance Achievements

  • Achieved TRSA Clean Green® certification for production facilities.
  • Appointed a Safety & Sustainability Officer.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • By 2020, expect average age of company fleet to be just 4 1/2 years old.
Short-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed

Environmental Challenges

  • Inefficient delivery routes due to ongoing changes in delivery points.
  • Limitations in shuttle capacity and aerodynamics for product transportation.
Mitigation Strategies
  • Specialized delivery optimization team to restructure routes and increase efficiency.
  • Adoption of aerodynamic double-decker trailers to increase product capacity and fuel economy.
  • Implementation of telematics technology to improve fleet efficiency and safety.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Formal site visits to manufacturers and distributors; independent product analysis; vendor partners must operate consistently with company values.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

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

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: TRSA Clean Green®

Certifications: TRSA Clean Green®

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • TRSA ‘Clean Green’ Award
  • Heavy Duty Trucking ‘Top 50 Green Fleets’ Award
  • ‘SafeTRSA Innovation’ Award
  • Twin Cities Business ‘Family Business’ Award
  • Fleet Technology Expo ‘Top Tier Light and Medium Duty Efficient’ Fleet Award
  • ‘Sacramento Sustainable Business of the Year’ Award
  • Missouri Water Environment Association ‘Gold Award’
  • Greater Twin Cities United Way Best in Show Award (2x)