Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Moved to a LEED Gold, ENERGY STAR, BOMA 360, TOBY and WiredScore Gold rated headquarters.
• Initiated energy audits of US facilities; plans to expand globally.
• Partnered with Air France KLM Martinair Cargo on Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) program.
• Exploring alternative fuels with CMA-CGM.
• Implemented biodegradable stretch wrap in Sydney airfreight operations.

Social Achievements

• Launched SEKO Cares program.
• Donated over $300,000 in goods and services to support those impacted by the conflict in Ukraine.
• Partnered with City of Refuge to provide logistics training.
• Launched Women In Logistics Leadership (W.I.L.L.) employee resource group.
• Implemented a mentorship program.

Governance Achievements

• Published first internal Compliance Manual.
• Created new Anti-Bribery/Anti-Corruption training video.
• Launched a new Learning Management System (SEKO Learn).
• Updated vendor and agent vetting process.
• Launched a formal Health and Safety Program for US stations; plans to expand internationally.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Capturing 100% of freight movements for emissions measurement.
• High fuel prices and inflation.
• Addressing Scope 3 emissions (primarily airfreight).
• Ensuring vendor alignment with ESG goals.

Mitigation Strategies

• Utilizing EcoTransIT for carbon calculations.
• Investing in technology and third-party experts.
• Focusing on data-driven decision-making for emission reductions.
• Implementing vendor audits and surveys.
• Developing a roadmap for achieving carbon neutrality.

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Desktop audits and vendor surveys

Responsible Procurement

• Vendor alignment with SEKO's ESG goals
• Roadmap for supplier ESG program development

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Opportunities

• Introducing more SAF into operations
• Working with clients to reduce reliance on airfreight
• Improving packing configurations for cost and carbon savings

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GLEC framework, EN16258 accredited, SBTi (Science Based Targets initiative)

Certifications: LEED Gold, ENERGY STAR, BOMA 360, TOBY, WiredScore Gold, ISO 9001, ISO 14001

Third-party Assurance: EcoVadis

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Biodegradable stretch wrap

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental Responsibility
• Social Responsibility
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Relocated operations to new, green and efficient facilities
• Initiated investment in electric vehicles
• Supported airlines with Sustainable Aviation Fuel commitments
• Completed energy audits on most SEKO-owned/leased facilities
• Implemented 3rd party technology for capturing, tracking and reporting on facility energy, waste and water usage
• Significant SAF contract with United Airlines

Social Achievements

• Launched several initiatives aimed at enhancing workplace safety, promoting diversity and inclusion, and supporting community programs
• Outstanding efforts with Airlink supporting global communities in need
• Executive leadership training in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
• Various local volunteer and fundraising efforts supporting numerous community initiatives

Governance Achievements

• Enhanced governance structures to ensure integrity and accountability
• Strengthened policies on compliance, risk management, and ethical conduct
• Improved vendor audit process with majority of international freight partners establishing sustainability goals

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Challenging global economy and incidents creating instability
• Increased regulatory requirements and stakeholder expectations
• Practical challenges of implementing sustainable practices
• Accuracy of carbon emission reporting
• High cost of transitioning to low-carbon solutions
• Limited availability of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF)
• US trucking vendor sustainability challenges
• Data availability from primary carriers
• Balancing energy transition with energy security concerns
• Varying regional and state regulations

Mitigation Strategies

• Deepened data intelligence program, refining assumptions and trialing new technologies
• Auditing facilities, identifying opportunities for reduction in energy and waste
• Investing in electric vehicles and supporting airlines with SAF commitments
• Collaborating with carriers prioritizing alternative fuel, low-emission vehicles and intermodal transport
• Refining carbon calculation program and participating in external trial projects
• Working with clients and airline partners to increase SAF uptake
• Employing SustainaBase software for data collection
• Engaging ESG and compliance resources to ensure compliance with regulations
• Assisting clients with reporting requirements
• Encouraging and helping lead trucking vendors towards sustainability

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Vendor compliance program focusing on anti-bribery/anti-corruption, supply chain security, data privacy, and cybersecurity

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Severe weather events

Transition Risks

• Regulatory changes
• Market shifts

Opportunities

• Development of energy-efficient products and services

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI, EcoTransIT World (GLEC accredited)

Awards & Recognition

• P3 Impact Award Finalist