Climate Change Data

US Development Group LLC (USD)

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)

Reporting Period: 2021

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:23,531 mtCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:20,008 mtCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:3,523 mtCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:17%

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental
  • Social
  • Governance
  • Economic

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced carbon emissions by nearly 20% relative to dilbit by rail alternatives and approximately 30% compared to dilbit by pipeline alternatives through DRUbit™ by Rail™ network.
  • Achieved over 13 years of operations with zero recordable injuries through 2021.

Social Achievements

  • Created long-term, high-quality jobs at DBR network terminals and along rail routes.
  • Supported communities through philanthropy (USD Foundation), including donations to Make a Wish Foundation, Ronald McDonald House, Boys & Girls Club of America, etc.
  • Sponsored the inaugural 2022 female Sage Valley Junior Invitational golf tournament and donated funds for a new women’s locker room.

Governance Achievements

  • Formalized key ESG issue assessments and governance structure through an Executive Leadership and Board committee.
  • Implemented robust Foreign Corrupt Practices Act (FCPA) policy, processes, training, and procedures.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

  • Industry-wide regulatory and legal actions in Mexico suspending operations mid-2021.
  • Data limitations for Scope 2 electric usage at West Colton and TDWP Deer Park locations (proxies used).
Mitigation Strategies
  • Used proxy data for unavailable Scope 2 electric usage data.
  • Addressing challenges in Mexico through ongoing monitoring of the situation.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Code of Conduct

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Opportunities
  • Development of energy-efficient products and services

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: EIC/GPA Midstream ESG Reporting Template

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • DRUbit™