Boyd Gaming Corporation
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:236,661 MT CO2e (Scope 1 and 2 stationary)
Scope 1 Emissions:55,788 MT CO2e (stationary)
Scope 2 Emissions:180,873 MT CO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:14,097 MT CO2e
Renewable Energy Share:0%
Total Energy Consumption:2,870,520 GJ
Water Consumption:4,361.01 megaliters
Waste Generated:51,086.76 metric tons
Carbon Intensity:14.27 MTCO2e/1,000 conditioned SQ. FT. (2023)
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- People
- Communities
- Corporate Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy consumption by more than 29% since 2017 (weather normalized)
- Reduced total annual carbon emissions by more than 40% since 2017 (Scope 1 and 2 stationary)
- Reduced overall water consumption by almost 30% since 2017, with cumulative savings of almost 2 billion gallons
- Improved annual waste diversion rate from 49.9% in 2021 to 57.9% in 2023, diverting over 180 million pounds from landfill since 2021
- Approximately 88% of whole bean and ground coffee, 95% of fresh produce, and 98% of fresh salmon and catfish purchased from sustainable sources in 2023
Social Achievements
- Implemented a $15/hour minimum wage for all non-tipped, non-represented team members nationwide
- 99% of team members completed required compliance training in 2023
- Team members participated in nearly 42,000 hours of voluntary leadership training in 2023
- Paid approximately $145,000 in educational benefits to team members and eligible children in 2023
- 85% of team members reported being treated with respect regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, or other identity aspects (2023 Team Member Opinion Survey)
Governance Achievements
- Implemented a robust whistleblower protection system
- Established an Employment Disciplinary Review Committee (EDRICK) to review certain job terminations
- Maintained a strong safety program with long-term injury rates well below the industry average
- Received Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program (SHARP) recognition at all Nevada properties
- Implemented comprehensive measures to safeguard systems, services, and data from cybersecurity threats
Climate Goals & Targets
Short-term Goals:
- Divert 60% of total waste from landfill by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- Climate change impacts on operations
- Supply chain disruptions (mentioned in relation to 2020 and 2021)
- Maintaining a culture of responsible gaming in the digital space
Mitigation Strategies
- Strategic investments to reduce environmental impact (energy and water efficiency, waste diversion)
- Reviewing supply chain strategies and expanding partnerships with sustainable suppliers
- Investing in research on problem gambling in online casinos and promoting responsible gaming tools and practices
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier inclusion program targeting MBEs and WBEs
- Requirements for suppliers to comply with human rights standards, environmental sustainability, and ethical business practices
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient technologies
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 2: Zero Hunger
- Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Goal 10: Reduced Inequalities
- Goal 13: Climate Action
- Goal 17: Partnerships for the Goals
The report outlines how various initiatives contribute to these goals.
Awards & Recognition
- Forbes Magazine 2023 America’s Best Large Employers
- Newsweek Magazine America’s Greatest Workplaces for Diversity 2023
- Newsweek Magazine America’s Greatest Workplaces for Women 2024
- Numerous other awards mentioned for individual properties