Select Water Solutions, Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:237,140 tCO2e (Scope 1 and 2 combined)
Scope 1 Emissions:233,546 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:35,566 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:2%
Total Energy Consumption:3,376,770 GJ
Waste Generated:304 million pounds
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental Consciousness
- Health and Safety
- Human Capital Management
- Community Outreach
Environmental Achievements
- Expanded daily recycling capabilities by over 400% to more than 3 million barrels per day.
- Recycled 192 million barrels of produced water for reuse (approximately 8 billion gallons).
Social Achievements
- Reduced employee turnover for the third year in a row, with an annual turnover rate of approximately 12% for employees with a tenure of one year or more.
- Distributed 1,104 Safety Recognition Program (SRP) medallions to 643 employees.
Governance Achievements
- Rechartered the Nominating & Governance committee to the Nominating, Governance & Sustainability committee.
- Increased ethnic and gender representation on the Board of Directors.
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Climate change related physical risks (hurricanes, flooding, winter storms, seismic events, tornadoes), chronic risks (supply chain disruption, scarcity of raw materials, impacts to the water cycle).
- Transition risks associated with climate change (policy, legal, market, technology, financial, and reputational risks).
Mitigation Strategies
- Regular employee trainings, robust policies and procedures, regular interaction with regulatory agencies, and extensive insurance programs.
- Decreasing emissions from legacy operations, increasing investments in pipeline infrastructure, water recycling facilities and automation technologies, diversifying revenue streams, investing in R&D, and engaging with stakeholders.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- ESG and sustainability programs evaluation
- Prioritizing US-based suppliers
- Reducing reliance on China-based suppliers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Hurricanes
- Flooding
- Winter storms
- Seismic events
- Tornadoes
- Supply chain disruption
- Scarcity of raw materials
- Impacts to the water cycle
Transition Risks
- Policy changes
- Consumer preferences
- Automation
Opportunities
- Water infrastructure development
- Produced water recycling
- Pipeline infrastructure investments
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD, UN SDGs
Third-party Assurance: Grant Thornton LLP (limited assurance on targets related to TRIR and recycled produced water)
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- WaterONE® automation
- AquaView® software platform
- Emission Rx emission mitigation technology
- Ventless flowback operations
- Electric pumps
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:283,776 tCO2e/year (Scope 1 and 2 combined)
Scope 1 Emissions:244,069 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:39,707 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:2.1% of total energy use
Total Energy Consumption:3,845,622 GJ/year
Waste Generated:5,562 metric tons/year
Carbon Intensity:154 tCO2e/Revenue $M (Scope 1), 25 tCO2e/Revenue $M (Scope 2)
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Water Management
- Chemicals Management
- Waste Management
- Health & Safety
- Human Capital Management
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Supply Chain
- Stakeholder Engagement
- Community Involvement
- Governance
- Business Ethics
- Risk Management
- Cybersecurity
Environmental Achievements
- Recycled 157.2 million barrels (6.60 billion gallons) of produced water at fixed facilities (319% outperformance of target)
- Reduced chemical spills by 73%
- Reduced auto incidents per 100 vehicles by 77%
- Significantly reduced trucking requirements through pipeline expansion and optimization
- Implemented ventless flowback operations to capture and responsibly manage produced gas
- Expanded commercial recycling facilities with an operational capacity of more than 700,000 barrels per day
Social Achievements
- Achieved 14% employee turnover rate
- Implemented Employee Relations training for over 200 people leaders
- Launched the Drop of Excellence Award to recognize employee contributions
- Distributed 2,027 safety recognition medallions to 799 employees
- Granted 20 wishes through the Grant-A-Wish Program
Governance Achievements
- Maintained a Board of Directors with 86% independence
- Implemented robust cybersecurity governance structure and policies
- Established a comprehensive incident management framework
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Mitigate risks through strategic partnerships, sustainable materials, and enhanced water recycling
- Meet market demands for eco-friendly products
Short-term Goals:
- Enhance preparedness for acute climate events
- Invest in more resilient infrastructure and technology
Environmental Challenges
- Climate-related risks (hurricanes, flooding, winter storms, lightning, supply chain disruptions, scarcity of raw materials, changes to the water cycle)
- Water scarcity
- Seismic activity related to underground injection practices
- Evolving regulatory landscape
- Raw material availability for chemicals
- Environmental impact of spills
- Facility emergencies
- Cybersecurity threats
Mitigation Strategies
- Improved forecasting, emergency response strategies, and protective measures for equipment and infrastructure
- Investment in more resilient infrastructure and technology
- Diversification of supplier base, enhanced inventory management, and robust logistics solutions
- Strategic partnerships, investment in sustainable materials and technologies, and enhanced water recycling capabilities
- Diversified supplier network, predominantly sourcing raw materials domestically
- Adherence to Hazardous Waste Contingency Plans and Storm Water Pollution Prevention Plans
- Investment in green chemistry principles
- Robust cybersecurity governance structure, policies, and procedures
- Incident management framework with employee training and reporting
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Thorough assessments of all key vendors, incorporating evaluations of their sustainability practices and policies
Responsible Procurement
- Prioritizing U.S.-based suppliers
- Integrating sustainability-focused questions in vendor inquiries
- Adherence to environmental laws and regulations
- Supplier code of conduct
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Hurricanes
- Flooding
- Winter storms
- Lightning
- Supply chain disruptions
- Scarcity of raw materials
- Changes to the water cycle
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes (Inflation Reduction Act)
- Shifts in market demand
- Technological advancements
- Potential decrease in demand for oil and natural gas
Opportunities
- Continued substantial interest from customers in new water infrastructure development
- Expanding infrastructure assets through organic investments in water recycling
- Converting existing produced water waste streams into an alternative, sustainable water source
- Beneficial reuse of freshwater for mineral extraction
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB, TCFD, UN SDGs
Third-party Assurance: Grant Thornton LLP (limited assurance)
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- AquaView® automation services
- PreSliq™ friction reducer
- Emission Rx enclosed combustors
- E-pumps