Frontiers North Adventures
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2016)
Reporting Period: 2016
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:862.2 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:3,877,515 MJ
Water Consumption:117,310 liters
Waste Generated:737 kg (paper recycled)
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- People
- Community
Environmental Achievements
- Eliminated water bottles from operations, reducing plastic waste by approximately 3,780 bottles per year.
- Significantly reduced energy consumption at the Tundra Buggy® Lodge while elevating the guest experience.
- Improved Tundra Buggy Lodge to reclaim and reuse greywater.
- Replaced axle systems on Tundra Buggy Lodge trailer units to lessen impact on tidal flats.
Social Achievements
- Very low employee turnover rate of 3% in 2016.
- 99% guest satisfaction rate.
- Increased cultural presentations to tour groups to 164 in 2016.
- Raised over $10,000 for Churchill’s Hungry Bears Food Support.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented an asset management system to track vehicle consumption and identify problem areas.
- Introduced incident reporting procedures and refined emergency response protocols.
- Standardized performance reviews to ensure consistency.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Move greywater reclamation equipment into each individual trailer by October 2018.
Environmental Challenges
- Establishing measurement systems and collecting baseline data.
- Managing growth responsibly while minimizing environmental impact.
- Balancing energy-intensive business needs with GHG emission reduction.
- Addressing potential negative impacts on communities due to increased tourism.
Mitigation Strategies
- Optimized charter flight schedule to reduce the number of flights required.
- Implemented water conservation strategies.
- Transitioned to diesel-powered heating systems for increased efficiency and reduced propane use.
- Partnered with local communities and organizations to address concerns and contribute to economic development.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Preference given to local, Indigenous, and organic suppliers that support social and environmental responsibility.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Changes in sea ice formation and melt affecting polar bear health and migration.
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI G4 Core Sustainability Reporting Guidelines
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- RAW:churchill culinary and adventure experience.
Awards & Recognition
- John Stoneman Wildlife Conservation Award (2004), Travel Manitoba Sustainable Tourism Award (2005), Skål Ecotourism Award (2009), Responsible Travel & Tourism Forum Leadership Award (2011), Canadian Tourism Lifetime Achievement Award (2014), Travel Manitoba Partnership Award (2016)