Haworth, Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Scope 1 Emissions:23,941 tonnes CO2e (2021)
Scope 2 Emissions:48,183 tonnes CO2e (2021)
Scope 3 Emissions:32,998 tonnes CO2e (2021)
Renewable Energy Share:20% (manufacturing sites globally in 2022)
Carbon Intensity:360 tonnes CO2eq per Mio$ sales (2021)
ESG Focus Areas
- People
- Circular Economy
- Operational Performance
Environmental Achievements
- Increased recycled content in Resonate™ lounge to 91%
- Diverted 1,365 tons (96%) of material from landfill through partnership with Green Standards
- Reduced EPS weight in packaging by 7.1% (9,993 lbs)
- Avoided scrapping table accessories and discarding table tops through polishing and repainting in Shanghai plant
- Achieved 90% carbon neutral electricity use for Lifestyle Design division (projected for 2023 onwards)
- Saved 69,000 kWh through LED lighting installation
- 86% of wood sourced was third-party verified as sustainably sourced
Social Achievements
- Inaugurated a medical center in Kiloy village near Chennai, India
- Organized a volunteering activity in Bad Muender, Germany, benefiting wild bees and a food bank
- Implemented REBA assessment tool at Holland, Michigan LPP plant to reduce risk factors for member motion
- Launched Haworth Language Bridge program to support Spanish-speaking employees
- Supported various community initiatives through volunteering and donations, including $13,417 in matching gifts for Ukraine war victims
- Provided 48,900 hours of training globally
- Awarded $55,000 in scholarships
Governance Achievements
- Committed to Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) in 2021
- Achieved EcoVadis Gold Rating for the seventh time in a row
- Established a DEIB baseline and identified metrics for measuring progress
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Achieve net zero emissions by 2050
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve 40% female representation at three leadership levels by 2030
Short-term Goals:
- Reduce carbon emissions from direct operations by more than 50% by 2025
- Source 100% electricity from renewable options by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions due to the war in Ukraine
- Unprecedented price escalation in utility costs in Europe
- Shortage of expanded polystyrene (EPS) resin
- Spread of invasive plants at Haworth’s global headquarters
Mitigation Strategies
- Replaced Baltic birch with IRT recycled plastic in Resonate™ lounge
- Implemented energy efficiency measures and renewable sources at manufacturing sites
- Maximized use of recycled EPS resin and redesigned parts to reduce density and volume
- Coordinated with Outdoor Discovery Conservation services to convert overgrown turfgrass into native prairie species
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Audits conducted on strategically important suppliers
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- Sustainable wood sourcing criteria
- Environmental criteria in purchases
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
- Investment in renewable energy and energy efficiency
- Support for low-carbon business models
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SBTi, UNGC
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, FSC, PEFC, BIFMA LEVEL, European LEVEL, Cradle to Cradle Certified®
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 1
- Goal 2
- Goal 3
- Goal 4
- Goal 5
- Goal 6
- Goal 7
- Goal 8
- Goal 9
- Goal 10
- Goal 11
- Goal 12
- Goal 13
- Goal 14
- Goal 15
- Goal 16
- Goal 17
Haworth's sustainability strategy aligns with the UN SDGs through various initiatives.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Zody II and Zody LX task chairs
- Cardigan Lounge
- Maari side chair
- Scapes, Novelty, and Hobson fabrics
Awards & Recognition
- Numerous awards for product design and sustainability