Climate Change Data

Alpine Bank

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2015)

Reporting Period: 2015

Environmental Metrics

Renewable Energy Share:100% green electricity or equivalent across all facilities
Total Energy Consumption:4,865,770 kWhs in 2012; 4,510,569 kWhs in 2014
Water Consumption:Increased by 26% from 2012 to 2014

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced energy consumption by 16% bank-wide in 2012 (30% excluding one location); Exceeded 2012 goals for paper use, water consumption, and courier fleet fuel consumption
  • Achieved Gold Leader designation with the Colorado Environmental Leadership Program
  • Maintained ISO 14001 certification for the tenth consecutive year
  • Maintained membership in the Environmental Protection Agency Green Power Leadership Club
  • Invested in community solar gardens, offsetting energy usage at some branches significantly (e.g., 80% at Breckenridge)
  • Built and remodeled LEED-certified buildings

Social Achievements

  • Received green certifications through SustainableBreck, EcoAction Partners, and Actively Green programs
  • Partnered with CLEER to improve energy efficiency at various bank locations
  • Launched green lending programs and offered green investment options to customers
  • Installed EV charging stations in Grand Junction
  • Participated in community involvement initiatives like highway cleanups and cell phone recycling

Governance Achievements

  • Implemented internal audits and management reviews of environmental objectives and targets

Climate Goals & Targets

Short-term Goals:
  • Cap electric, natural gas, and water use at 2012 levels

Environmental Challenges

  • Energy efficiency upgrades needed at the Grand Junction tower
  • Increased water use despite exceeding other energy reduction goals
Mitigation Strategies
  • Action plan in place for Grand Junction tower upgrades
  • Hired Merrill Group, LLC to normalize energy data and account for weather fluctuations

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Use of Neenah Conservation Paper

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: ISO 14001

Certifications: ISO 14001, LEED

Awards & Recognition

  • Best Bank in Colorado (ColoradoBiz magazine)