Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced GHG emissions (details in Metrics section)
• Increased recycling rate (details in Metrics section)

Social Achievements

• Launched employee well-being programs (details in AdditionalFields)
• Philanthropic giving (details in Metrics section)

Governance Achievements

• Communicated anti-corruption policies and procedures to 95% of employees and 100% of governance body members (details in Metrics section)
• No confirmed incidents of corruption (details in Metrics section)

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Not disclosed

Mitigation Strategies

• Not disclosed

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: 72% of suppliers assessed for environmental impacts (FY21)

Responsible Procurement

• Not disclosed

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards: Core option

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Viasat supports the UN Sustainable Development Goals and the UN Women's Generation Equality Campaign.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

• Not disclosed

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Putting people first
• Powering connections
• Protecting the planet
• Leading with integrity

Environmental Achievements

• Achieved ISO 14001 certification at Carlsbad and Duluth sites and three Australia locations.
• Recycled 115,633 pounds of residential terminal equipment and 44 tons of batteries and other e-waste.
• Recycled 187,770 pounds of paper, saving resources and landfill space.
• Reduced GHG emissions by 6,719 pounds through campus café sustainability initiatives.

Social Achievements

• 94% of employees felt supported during the COVID-19 pandemic.
• Launched a new employee resource group (ERG), Families Helping Families.
• Conducted a company-wide D&I survey showing high levels of inclusion and respect.
• Sponsored the Grace Hopper Celebration for the fifth consecutive year.
• Partnered with UN Women to promote Generation Equality.

Governance Achievements

• Established an Executive D&I Steering Committee and Employee D&I Council.
• All employees completed annual Workplace Ethics course.
• Maintained strong corporate governance with six of eight board members being independent.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• COVID-19 pandemic and its impact on employees and operations.
• Ensuring the safety and security of products and services.
• Addressing the environmental impacts of operations and products.
• Managing risks associated with space debris and sustainable access to space.

Mitigation Strategies

• Established a COVID-19 task force and implemented robust health and safety protocols.
• Implemented Foundational Security Principles (FSPs) and cybersecurity best practices.
• Developed an environmental management system (EMS) certified to ISO 14001.
• Invested in research and modeling to assess collision risks in space, engaged in regulatory and policy activism, and designed for efficiency and safety in space operations.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier assessment survey tool, site visits, and qualification audits.
• Requirement for suppliers to complete Conflict Minerals Report Template form.

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI Standards: Core option, SASB Hardware, Telecommunication Services, and Electronic Manufacturing Services & Original Design Manufacturing sector standards

Certifications: ISO 14001

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
• Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
• Goal 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities)
• Goal 13 (Climate Action)
• Goal 17 (Partnerships for the Goals)

Viasat's business activities and ESG priorities align with these SDGs through initiatives such as Viasat Community Internet, sustainable space practices, and community engagement.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Products that help airlines reduce their carbon footprint (e.g., wireless in-flight entertainment, Connected Flight Deck).

Awards & Recognition

• San Diego Gas & Electric Excellence in Energy Leadership Award (Carlsbad office)
• Fast Company’s 2020 World Changing Ideas Awards finalist (Viasat Community Internet)

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Talent management
• Diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Digital inclusion
• Business continuity
• Strategy alignment
• Safe, sustainable access to space
• Product stewardship
• Supply chain management
• Climate, energy, and emissions
• Corporate governance
• Ethical conduct
• Product security

Environmental Achievements

• Diverted over 25,000 pounds of organic waste from landfill through compost program
• Recycled approximately 120,000 pounds of residential terminal equipment
• Recycled approximately 100,000 pounds of e-waste through partnership with Transpere
• Reused 96% of equipment returned by customers after repairs and refurbishment
• Avoided an estimated 34 metric tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (mt CO2e) through domestic repair facility
• Reduced energy consumption by 15-20% through HVAC system retrofit in Tempe, AZ
• Switched electricity supplier for Carlsbad headquarters to a more renewable energy source (over 50% renewable)

Social Achievements

• 7.5% of all new hires were prior employees returning to Viasat (Boomerang employees)
• Received the 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion Award for recruiting, hiring, and training veterans
• Developed a new Women’s Leadership Program
• 77% of employees reported that their confidence in Viasat’s future stayed the same or increased in 2021
• 77% of employees indicated that they feel valued as a member of their team
• Expanded E4E relief fund to support employees with extended family members affected by the conflict in Ukraine
• Partnered with leaders in the Kolšice region of Slovakia to provide free, high-speed internet to Ukrainian refugees

Governance Achievements

• Appointed a Lead Independent Director in 2019 (based on stockholder feedback)
• Updated Guide to Business Conduct and ViaGuide
• 100 percent of employees completed Viasat Workplace Ethics course
• Implemented Ethics Point system for reporting ethical concerns
• Annually surveys core suppliers to quantify quality- and ESG-related capabilities

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Increasing collision risk in Low-Earth Orbit (LEO) due to mega-constellations
• Inequitable consumption of orbital and spectrum resources
• Environmental impact of satellite disintegration in the upper atmosphere
• Threats to optical and radio astronomy and enjoyment of the night sky
• Global challenge of e-waste
• Balancing increased water usage with conservation efforts as employees return to the office

Mitigation Strategies

• Advocating for multi-orbit solutions and space regulations
• Working with policymakers and industry leaders to promote responsible space practices
• Investing in research and analysis of collision risks and mitigation methods
• Partnering with electronics recycling services (Technology Conservation Group, Transpere)
• Implementing location-specific water conservation strategies (low-flow faucets, recycled water for landscaping, rain sensors)

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier assessment survey tool, site visits, qualification audits
• Conflict Minerals Report Template form, due diligence on conflict minerals

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB

Certifications: ISO 14001

Third-party Assurance: British Standards Institute (BSI) (Scope 1 and 2 emissions)

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure)
• Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities)
• Goal 13 (Climate Action)

Viasat's business activities and ESG priorities align with these SDGs through digital inclusion efforts, sustainable space practices, and renewable energy initiatives.

Awards & Recognition

• Satellite Business of the Year (Euroconsult)
• Best Places to Work (Glassdoor)
• Top Companies (LinkedIn)
• Top 10 Hottest Satellite Companies (ViaSatellite)
• 2021 HIRE Vets Medallion Award

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Safe, sustainable access to space
• Digital inclusion
• Putting people first
• Protecting the planet
• Leading with integrity

Environmental Achievements

• Developed a new carrying capacity model for low-Earth orbit sustainability.
• Established a more stringent reduction, recycle, and reuse program.
• Expanded customer, supply chain, and employee engagement programs.
• Verified scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions against ISO 14064-1.
• Implemented a 250-kW solid oxide fuel cell on Carlsbad campus, generating electricity more efficiently.
• Solar panels at Carlsbad campus generated over 699,000 kWh of energy, saving over $150,000 and reducing emissions.
• Germantown site transitioned to a 100% renewable energy blend.
• Aberdeen site replaced doors with state-of-the-art thermal insulation.

Social Achievements

• Received a perfect 100 score on the 2023 Disability Equity Index Scorecard.
• Implemented a new DEI framework.
• Expanded healthcare offerings.
• Earned a spot on several “Best place to work” lists.
• Partnered with Microsoft Airband initiative to connect 10 million people over five years.
• Partnered with organizations to design solutions for communities lacking connectivity.
• Over 1,600 hours volunteered by employees to increase digital inclusion in rural Mexico.
• Launched Plugged In program supporting connectivity in education, telehealth, and everyday life.
• Provided part-time customer service positions to women in over 40 communities in Mexico.

Governance Achievements

• Developed a new supplier scorecard and engagement program.
• Increased data privacy measures and aligned with ISO 27001 certification.
• Established a DEI global executive board.
• Restructured employee resource groups (ERGs).

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Increasing number of satellites in low-Earth orbit (LEO) raising collision risks and limiting access to space.
• Need for equitable access to shared spectrum and orbital resources.
• Environmental dangers of unchecked mega-constellation launches in LEO.
• Digital inclusion challenges in underserved and marginalized communities.

Mitigation Strategies

• Co-authored research study on sustainable satellite population distribution in LEO.
• Advocating for legislation, best practices, and balanced approaches to maintain space sustainability.
• Developing and deploying more sustainable satellites.
• Prioritizing sustainable design of satellites.
• Partnering with organizations to address digital inclusion challenges.
• Providing value-added products and services to help communities participate in the digital world.
• Implementing supplier scorecards to collect ESG metrics and inform procurement strategy.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier scorecards
• Quarterly business reviews with ESG breakout sessions
• Conflict Minerals Report Template form

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Regulatory changes affecting spectrum availability

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 27001 (in progress)

Third-party Assurance: British Standards Institute (BSI) for GHG emissions

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• SDG 9
• SDG 10

Viasat's business is uniquely positioned to support SDGs 9 (resilient infrastructure, industrialization, innovation) and 10 (reduced inequality).

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• More sustainable satellite designs (Project Green)

Awards & Recognition

• See Recognition and awards (p. 7)

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Space sustainability
• Digital inclusion
• Employee well-being
• Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI)
• Corporate governance
• Supply chain management
• Ethics
• Product security
• Climate change
• Carbon, energy, and emissions
• Product stewardship
• Talent and careers

Environmental Achievements

• Achieved Green Business Certification for Carlsbad HQ (Tier 2)
• Opened a space sustainability center of excellence in London
• Recycled 158,585 pounds of e-waste in 2024
• Donated 1,210 pounds of food through partnership with Feeding San Diego
• Avoided the release of approximately 364 tons of CO2 through EV charging program
• 80% of material from residential product take-back program sent for recycling and reuse

Social Achievements

• Launched Plugged In program, bringing connectivity to underserved communities in South Carolina
• Expanded Viasat ambassador program in Mexico, creating jobs for women and improving digital inclusion
• Won Bronze in the Diversity, Equity and Inclusion category at the 2024 Anthem Awards
• Offered internships to 190 students
• Introduced inclusive fertility benefits and support to employees in the U.S.

Governance Achievements

• Expanded Board of Directors to include two more directors from Inmarsat
• Increased percentage of directors from underrepresented communities from 38% to 44%
• Updated statement on modern slavery and human trafficking
• 97% of employees completed annual ethics training

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Reducing Scope 3 emissions (those generated in the business's value chain)
• Managing the risks to the space environment
• Addressing climate-related risks
• Right-sizing the combined organization after the Inmarsat acquisition (resulting in approximately 800 employees leaving)
• Ensuring equitable access to space resources

Mitigation Strategies

• Developed a comprehensive GHG inventory to better understand group-wide material impacts
• Working to update an integrated GHG baseline to quantify largest impacts
• Developing an updated company-wide sustainability strategy for a low-carbon economy
• Calling on the industry to define new models and measurements for space sustainability
• Working with nations for regulations to set standards for space sustainability
• Engaging in supplier surveys, introducing supplier scorecards, and reviewing ESG performance as part of supplier business reviews

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Supplier scorecards including baseline measurements for greenhouse gas emissions, safety, human rights, and diversity
• Requirements in procurement procedures ensuring suppliers declare any hazardous substances within their products
• Commitment to eliminating conflict minerals from products

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 14064-1, ISO 27001

Third-party Assurance: British Standards Institution (BSI)

Awards & Recognition

• 2023 Best for Vets Military Times
• 2024 Best Places to Work for People with Disabilities Disability Equality Index
• 2023 Community Service and Social Responsibility Communitas Awards
• 2023 HIRE Vets Medallion Gold HIRE Vets
• 2023 Innovation and Technology in Maritime Search and Rescue International Maritime Rescue Federation
• 2023 Innovator of the Year Arizona Governor’s Celebration of Innovation Awards
• 2023 Sustainability Champion Award Carlsbad Business Journal
• 2023 Top 100 Companies Leading in Wellbeing Index Ibec
• 2024 Top 100 Defense Companies Defense News
• 2024 Satellite Mobile Innovation Award Mobile Satellite Users Association
• 2024 Built In Best Places to work Built In
• 2024 Bronze Anthem Awards