Accuride Corporation

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2018, 2021)

Reduced diesel fuel consumption by 5 tons (18.8% reduction) at Jining, China facility due to new weld dust collection system.
Invested over 3.2 million Euro in eight European and Asian facilities to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
92% of global manufacturing plants achieved ISO 14001-2015 certification.
38% of manufacturing plants in Europe and Asia achieved ISO 50001:2001 certification for energy management.
Transitioned five diesel fork trucks to all-electric fork trucks in Jining, China facility.

Exceeded $20,000 United Way campaign goal, raising $23,822 with 92% associate participation.
Supported Habitat for Humanity of Evansville.
Participated in adopt-a-family program with Indiana National Guard’s Family Services unit and supported Albion Fellows Bacon Center.
Sponsored Convoy for Cash initiative supporting Tri-State Four Freedoms Veterans Parade.

Strong corporate governance program in place, including a Code of Conduct and whistleblower hotline.

Developed lightweight products (Accu-Lite® Steel Wheels, Quantum 99™ aluminum wheel, Gunite GOLD brake drums, KIC Trident brake drum).
Invested in energy efficiency improvements (compressed air systems, building energy loss reduction, water cooling systems, paint system insulation, LED lighting, power system upgrades).
Implemented initiatives to reduce diesel fork truck usage and transition to electric versions.
Improved wastewater systems, oil/water separator technology, and indoor air quality.

Code of Conduct for Suppliers
Expectations for Supplier Compliance with Regulations (Health & Safety, Environmental Protection, Toxic Materials, Free Trade)
Conflict Minerals Policy
ELV Directive Compliance

92% of global manufacturing plants achieved ISO14001-2015 certification.
Invested over 3.2 million Euro in Europe and Asia facilities to reduce energy consumption and environmental impact.
Achieved recycling goal of 100K pounds recycled/landfill reduction.
All fork trucks within manufacturing facilities converted to all-electric versions, emitting zero exhaust.

AccuSafe - Zero Harm Sustainable Safety Culture initiative launched.
Donations to Ronald McDonald House, Junior Achievement, St. Vincent Early Learning Center, and various community organizations.
Donations to families impacted by 2021 European floods, development of a new playground for disabled children, and tree seedlings to aid in wildfire restoration in Turkey.

Strong corporate governance program in place, including a Code of Conduct and whistleblower policy.
Commitment to supplier diversity through Supplier Diversity Program (SDP).

Reducing energy consumption and environmental impact in manufacturing facilities.
Maintaining a safe work environment and preventing injuries.

Investment in energy efficiency projects (e.g., power regulation, LED lighting upgrades).
AccuSafe Zero Harm Culture initiative, focusing on incident prevention and employee commitment to safety.

Expectations of Suppliers section outlines ethical standards, compliance with regulations, and environmental management system requirements (ISO 14001 recommended).

Frameworks Used: ISO 14001-2015

Certifications: ISO 14001-2015 (92% of global manufacturing plants)