Western Global
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:2717 tCO2e/year (Scope 1: 513, Scope 2: 106, Scope 3: 2198)
Scope 1 Emissions:513 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:106 tCO2e/year
Scope 3 Emissions:2198 tCO2e/year
Waste Generated:3300 lbs reduction/year
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced waste by c. 3,300lbs per annum through supplier waste reduction initiative
- Offset scope 1 & 2 emissions for the second year running
- Launched new Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) product to support customers in reducing emissions
- Reduced paper usage by 50,000 sheets per annum through development of paperless workshop in USA
Social Achievements
- Re-awarded ‘Great Place to Work’ accreditation in UK, USA and Canada
- Received first ‘Great Place to Work’ accreditation in Poland
- Introduced refreshed cyber security training
- Developed new training programme supporting employee progression
- Supported new parents with enhanced Parental Leave Policy
- Provided unconscious bias training for managers across the company
- 19 internal promotions
Governance Achievements
- Introduced a Supplier Compliance Framework
- Undertook over 750 hours of annual compliance training
- Developed a new Charity Strategy
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Varying standards and availability of waste management services across different regions
- Access to green/renewable energy varies across regions
Mitigation Strategies
- Implementing varied waste management practices across regions, separating waste into various streams
- Utilizing renewable energy sources where available
- Implementing energy monitoring practices in UK and US sites, and planning to do so in Canada upon relocation
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Audit requirement for key suppliers, including a 60-question questionnaire and in-person audit.
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Charter covering health & safety, sustainability, social responsibility, governance & risk management, and quality management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 5 Gender Equality
- 8 Decent Work and Economic Growth
- 3 Good Health and Well-being
- 7 Affordable and Clean Energy
- 9 Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- 13 Climate Action
- 12 Responsible Consumption and Production
- 17 Partnerships for the Goals
Western Global's initiatives contribute to these goals through various programs and product offerings.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- DEF product range
- HVO-ready fuel tanks
Awards & Recognition
- Great Place to Work