WideOpenWest, Inc. (WOW!)
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced corporate office footprint by 59%, resulting in a 26.4% reduction in CO2 emissions in 2021.
- Increased use of equipment self-installation to reduce miles driven and idling by fleet vehicles.
- Increased energy efficiency of offices and headend facilities.
- Actively resells or responsibly recycles mature and end-of-life equipment.
- Upgraded office lighting to LED.
Social Achievements
- Named a Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation® by the National Association for Business Resources (NABR) for the fourth consecutive year.
- Implemented a hybrid work model.
- Offered courtesy and discounted services to eligible employees.
- Launched a Leadership Development Curriculum.
- Offered comprehensive benefits and wellness programs.
- Established a Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) program.
- Created the WOW! in the Neighborhood (WIN) program for employee volunteerism.
- Provided support to communities affected by natural disasters (e.g., Hurricane Michael, Newnan tornado).
Governance Achievements
- Strong corporate governance procedures in place.
- Independent and diverse board of directors.
- Formal policies governing securities trading and disclosure of confidential information.
- Code of Ethics for Senior Financial Officers and a Code of Business Conduct and Ethics.
- Whistleblower hotline.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Climate change
- Supply chain disruptions (implied)
- Lack of digital equity
Mitigation Strategies
- Implementing operational efficiencies to reduce carbon footprint.
- Leveraging shipping companies for self-installation of equipment.
- Investing in network reliability and redundancies.
- Offering low-cost internet solutions (Internet for Education) and participating in the Affordable Connectivity Program.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Careful vetting of vendors to ensure they meet WOW!'s standards and share its values.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- WOW! tv+ set-top boxes (energy efficient)
Awards & Recognition
- Best and Brightest Company to Work For in the Nation®