Allison Transmission, Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021, 2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Indianapolis manufacturing operations have been Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) for production waste since 2009.
- Reduced CO2 emissions by over 3.8 million metric tons through H 40/50 EP electric hybrid propulsion system.
- 10 percent of power consumed at Global Headquarters facility is generated from renewable energy sources.
Social Achievements
- Implemented several initiatives focused on fostering a workplace culture of inclusion, including unconscious bias training.
- Donated over $400,000 to the United Way of Central Indiana’s Annual Campaign.
- Expanded U.S. Parental Leave Policy to provide four weeks of paid parental leave at 100% of base pay, in addition to eight weeks of paid leave for birth mothers (starting 2022).
Governance Achievements
- Established an internal cross-functional ESG working group to oversee Allison’s policies, initiatives and reporting relative to ESG.
- All employees receive ongoing annual training on Allison Code of Business Conduct.
- Has a whistleblower hotline for employees and other stakeholders.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Global pandemic impacting lives, innovation, and the global supply chain.
- Higher rate of employee turnover in 2021 due to the “Great Resignation”.
Mitigation Strategies
- Worked closely with supply base to minimize disruptions.
- Maintained commitment to customers and suppliers to ensure timely product delivery.
- Implemented stringent protocols and safety measures to limit the spread of COVID-19.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct (addresses human rights, labor rights, health and safety, anti-corruption, ethical behavior, and environmental performance).
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: SASB (Sustainability Accounting Standards Board) for Industrial Machinery and Goods sector, UN Global Compact, Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR)
Certifications: ISO 14001
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- eGen Power™ electric axles
- eGen Flex™ electric hybrid solution
- 9-speed transmission
Awards & Recognition
- Legacy Award from the American Lung Association in Indiana
- National Excellence in Training Award (ASE Training Managers Council)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Indianapolis manufacturing operations have been Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) for production waste since 2009. 96% of production waste was recycled in 2022.
- Decreased well water consumption by 23% year over year in Indianapolis.
- Replacing diesel engine test stands with electric test stands in Indianapolis.
- Upgrading on-site pre-treatment of wastewater in Indianapolis to improve effluent water quality.
- LED lighting footprint increased from 25% to 40% in India.
- Enhanced renewable energy sourcing from 68% to more than 76% in India.
Social Achievements
- Implemented several initiatives focused on fostering a workplace culture of inclusion, including unconscious-bias training for approximately 1,000 employees.
- Hosted events in honor of Black History Month, International Women’s Day, International Women in Engineering Day, Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month, Hispanic Heritage Month, and Disabilities Awareness Month.
- Donated $268,000 to community organizations that serve women and racially/ethnically diverse populations.
- Awarded $25,000 in scholarships to five students.
- Allison Transmission India earned an Eat Right Campus certification.
Governance Achievements
- Established an internal cross-functional working group to oversee the company's reporting relative to ESG.
- All employees receive ongoing annual training on the Allison Code of Business Conduct.
- Has a whistleblower hotline for anonymous reporting of concerns.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Global markets experienced input constraints due to lingering impacts from the pandemic, global economic uncertainty, and the Russia-Ukraine war.
- Supply chain disruptions.
Mitigation Strategies
- Worked tirelessly with suppliers and customers to minimize the impact of constraints on commitments.
- Instituted a four-step global Supplier Risk Assessment Process to identify, quantify, mitigate, and monitor supply chain risks.
- Implemented concrete countermeasures such as pursuing first claims on supply and buffering inventory.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct (addresses human rights, labor rights, health and safety, anti-corruption, ethical behavior, and environmental performance).
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: SASB (Industrial Machinery and Goods sector), UN Global Compact, Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Certifications: ISO 14001 (five sites)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- eGen Power® family of fully electric axles
- eGen Flex™ electric hybrid system
- eGen Force™ electric hybrid system for tracked defense vehicles
Awards & Recognition
- Pro Patria Award from the Indiana committee for Employer Support to the Guard and Reserve (ESGR)
- 2022 National Excellence in Training “Grand Award” (ASE Training Manager Council)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- 94% of production waste recycled at global HQ
- Five manufacturing sites certified in ISO 14001 Environmental Management Systems
- Indianapolis manufacturing operations have been Zero Waste to Landfill (ZWTL) for production waste since 2009
- 4% decrease in compressed air intensity at Indianapolis facility due to new drying technology and leak detection
Social Achievements
- Over 500 Allison employees volunteered over 5,000 hours to give back to community organizations
- Launched Cares, a new Corporate Social Responsibility program
- Multicultural ERG saw a 51% increase in membership in 2023
- Emerging Professional ERG’s membership increased by 48%
- Veterans ERG launched in 2023
Governance Achievements
- Allison has established an internal cross-functional working group to oversee the company's reporting relative to sustainability, the environment, societal impact, and governance.
- All employees receive training regarding compliance issues relevant to their specific areas of responsibility, as well as general training on the Code of Business Conduct
Climate Goals & Targets
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions
Mitigation Strategies
- Instituted a four-step global Supplier Risk Assessment Process to identify, quantify, mitigate and monitor risk stemming from supply chain disruptions
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: SASB (Industrial Machinery and Goods sector), UN Global Compact, Universal Declaration of Human Rights
Certifications: ISO 14001 (five manufacturing sites), ISO 45001 (two manufacturing sites)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- eGen Flex electric hybrid propulsion system
- eGen Force electric propulsion system
- eGen Power family of fully electric axles
Awards & Recognition
- National Excellence in Training “Grand Award” (2022)