Hercules Capital, Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2016, 2021)
Reporting Period: 2016
Environmental Metrics
Climate Goals & Targets
Supply Chain Management
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Investment strategy generally avoids oil and gas, mining, forestry, and logging; focuses on sustainable and renewable technologies (vehicle electrification, solar, wind power) to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Aggressive recycling and composting policy to reduce landfill.
Social Achievements
- Zero tolerance for discrimination and harassment; promotes diversity and inclusion in hiring and retention (over 60% women or diverse ethnic background as of March 31, 2022).
- Established platform of giving, matching employee charitable contributions, providing volunteering opportunities.
Governance Achievements
- Corporate governance structure with clear responsibilities and procedures; separation of chairman and chief executive roles.
- Board reflects company values and supports diversity and inclusion.
- Succession plans in place for senior leaders.