Softchoice Corporation
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2009, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2009
Environmental Metrics
Total Energy Consumption:158,352 kWh saved
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced energy consumption by 158,352 kWh per year through PC Power Management.
- Reduced travel by 66% through Unified Communications.
- Increased recycling programs across 40+ facilities.
- Reduced data center energy consumption by 97% through virtualization.
- Migrated 8% of customers to electronic invoicing within two months, reducing paper usage by 25,000 sheets.
Social Achievements
- Launched Softchoice Cares, raising over $140,000 for charitable causes.
- Implemented a Green Commute program, with 45% of employees using green commute methods.
- Invested almost $900,000 in employee development programs.
- Provided technology access to thousands of people in developing countries through Softchoice Cares.
- Maintained a vibrant work environment with employee-friendly policies (dogs at work, monthly refreshments).
Governance Achievements
- Established a code of conduct and whistleblower policy.
- Implemented an Employment Equity Program.
- Maintained a diverse Board of Directors with independent oversight.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Become North America's greenest IT supplier.
Short-term Goals:
- Migrate 25% of customers to electronic invoicing by end of 2010.
Environmental Challenges
- Reducing energy consumption in leased facilities.
- Managing e-waste disposal effectively.
- Encouraging employee participation in green initiatives.
- Balancing cost savings with environmental sustainability.
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented PC Power Management and energy-efficient lighting.
- Developed S.A.F.E. Hardware Removal Services.
- Created a Green Team and internal communication channels.
- Prioritized cost-effective green projects and leveraged partnerships.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Selecting green suppliers
- Using Green Audit questionnaires
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI G3
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- EPEAT and ENERGY STAR rated products
Awards & Recognition
- Gold Award for Best Green IT Solution
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:544,653 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:681 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:445 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:543,527 tCO2e/year
Total Energy Consumption:6,933 MWh/year
Waste Generated:77 tons/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Sustainability
- Social Responsibility
- Governance Excellence
Environmental Achievements
- ~37% reduction in Scope 1 emissions from 2022
- ~24% reduction in Scope 2 emissions from 2021 baseline
- Increased waste diversion rate from 42% to 53%
- Renovated 13,000 sq ft of office space, diverting 25 tons of furniture from landfills
Social Achievements
- Rated a Best Workplace in Canada™ by Great Place to Work® for 19 years
- Increased workforce diversity (~41% women, ~32% visible minorities, ~9% with disabilities)
- 100% score on the Human Rights Campaign’s Corporate Equality Index
- Impacted 30,000 Indigenous students through pro bono technology support
- Provided hundreds of hours of free services through the Charity Accelerator Program
- Offered two paid volunteer days annually to each team member (943 days total)
Governance Achievements
- Established a code of conduct for partners and a vendor management program
- Established a modern slavery policy and published a forced labor report
- Increased female representation on the Board of Directors to 33%
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Achieve net-zero emissions
Medium-term Goals:
- Develop a net-zero pathway
Short-term Goals:
- Further reduce water consumption
- Conduct comprehensive waste audits
Environmental Challenges
- Reducing Scope 3 emissions from purchased goods and services
- Maintaining high levels of employee engagement and retention
Mitigation Strategies
- Developed a sustainable supplier questionnaire to gauge sustainability strategies and efforts to reduce emissions through the supply chain
- Implementing various employee wellbeing initiatives, mentorship programs, and inclusive policies
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Sustainable supplier questionnaire
- Partner Code of Conduct
- Modern Slavery Policy
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Universal Standards, SASB Standards (Software & IT Services Standard)
Awards & Recognition
- Best Workplace in Canada™ (19 years)