Beacon Building Products
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:100,100 metric tons CO2e (Scope 1) + 15,507 metric tons CO2e (Scope 2 location-based) + 5,600 metric tons CO2e (Scope 2 market-based) + 870 metric tons CO2e (biogenic)
Scope 1 Emissions:100,100 metric tons CO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:21,107 metric tons CO2e (location and market based)
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:5% of total energy use
Total Energy Consumption:Approximately 1.7 million GJ
Water Consumption:~219 megaliters (~58 M gallons)
Waste Generated:~24 thousand tons non-hazardous waste, ~3 thousand tons diverted
Carbon Intensity:2 lbs CO2-equivalent per short ton of goods sold (market-based)
ESG Focus Areas
- Safety
- Sustainable Business Practices
- Customer Experiences
- Employee Well-being
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Community Engagement
- Environmental Impact
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Launched Building Better for the Environment campaign to drive branch-level behavior change towards energy conservation.
- Entered community solar contracts to power approximately 35 branches.
- Procured renewable electricity via Green-e Energy certified Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs).
- Improved warehouse layouts and optimized pick paths to reduce fuel consumption.
- Upgraded 85% of tractor fleet, reducing average age by three years.
Social Achievements
- Launched Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP) with over 15% companywide participation.
- Launched SOMOS Beacon to support Spanish-speaking employees and customers.
- Expanded employee programs for safety and professional development.
- Provided grants to 22 employees in need through Beacon CaReS fund.
- 69 employees advanced their careers through the DRIVE program.
Governance Achievements
- All employees completed annual training on health and safety, anti-corruption, data security, and harassment prevention.
- Launched DEI Ambassador Program to promote diversity and inclusion.
- Maintained rigorous management oversight and strict enforcement of safety policies.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce emissions intensity by 50% by 2030 (Scope 1 and 2).
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Reducing emissions intensity from fleet operations.
- Scope 3 emissions understanding and reduction.
- Rapid electrification of fleet due to availability and cost of electric heavy-duty trucks.
Mitigation Strategies
- Operating existing vehicles more efficiently and upgrading to newer, lower-emitting models.
- Exploring electrification options, piloting electric vehicle batteries in vans and forklifts.
- Proactive steps to prepare for regulatory changes on emissions.
- Conducting a Scope 3 relevancy assessment to identify key areas for focus.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct emphasizing environmental responsibility, compliance with regulations, and respect for human rights.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes on emissions (e.g., California’s Advanced Clean Fleet regulation).
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and services.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: SASB Multiline and Specialty Retailers and Distributors Standard
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Waterproofing products to increase building resiliency.
Awards & Recognition
- 2023 Platinum Employer by the National Commission for the Certification of Crane Operators (CCO)