Climate Change Data

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®