Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Achieved 90% waste diversion at Grand Prairie Fabrication
• Reduced energy consumption globally by 8% year over year through the Power Down Program
• Reduced fuel consumption despite increased revenue
• 70% diversion of waste from landfill at Specialty Coffee Association event

Social Achievements

• Total estimated retail value of community donations: $817,569
• Total volunteer hours: 13,424 hours
• Raised $101,872 for United Way

Governance Achievements

• ISO 20121 Event Sustainability Management System certification for the entire enterprise
• EIC Level 2 Sustainable Event Standards Certification for Exhibition Suppliers for all North American offices
• Freeman EMEA achieved CHAS Premium certification

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Reducing waste throughout the supply chain
• Reducing electricity consumption
• Reducing fuel consumption

Mitigation Strategies

• Zero Waste initiative focusing on Resources, Energy, Air, and People
• Power Down Program
• Shifting carpet sourcing to reduce mileage
• Reusing equipment from one show to the next

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Sourcing environmentally friendly materials
• Adding sustainability requirements to RFPs

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: ISO 20121, CDP

Certifications: ISO 20121, EIC Level 2 Sustainable Event Standards Certification, CHAS Premium

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Environmentally friendly furnishings and graphics options

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Climate Action
• Responsible Consumption and Production
• Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
• Gender Equality
• Reduced Inequalities
• Good Health and Well-being
• Partnerships for the Goals

Environmental Achievements

• Total electricity use decreased by 19.79% from January 2019-December 2020 to January 2020-December 2021. Total Scope 2 emissions decreased by 18.59% during the same period.
• Overall foamcore use was down 73% from 2019 to 2021. Polyfoam use decreased 70%, and PVC decreased 68% during the same period.
• Freeman’s modern booth-building system, made from reusable and 100% recyclable materials, significantly reduces shipping weight and carbon emissions compared to previous systems.
• A pilot program at the National Retail Federation (NRF) collected roughly 1,600 lbs. of soft plastics for repurposing.

Social Achievements

• Launched the "Live Team Sustainability Series," an online networking resource with sessions featuring industry leaders discussing sustainability in events.
• Launched a Brain Healthy workplace program in partnership with The University of Texas at Dallas Center for Brain Health, offering employees strategies for better brain health and fitness.
• Offered five free counseling sessions per year to employees and their family members through the Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Created a recycling program for out-of-date employee uniforms, collecting over 2,600 pounds of used uniforms for recycling.

Governance Achievements

• Joined the Net Zero Carbon Events Pledge, committing to a pathway to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050.
• Earned ISO 14001 and ISO 20121 certifications, recognizing effective management of environmental and event sustainability impacts.
• Launched IDEA (Inclusion, Diversity, Equity, Action) initiative to reinforce commitment to treating others with respect and valuing all voices.

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Reducing reliance on soft and hard plastics in the events industry.
• Reducing carbon emissions from transportation (primarily over-the-road shipping).

Mitigation Strategies

• Partnering with the Javits Center and AZEK Company to repurpose plastics destined for landfills.
• Implementing a lightweight, reusable, and recyclable booth-building system to reduce shipping weight and emissions.
• Offering Honeycomb, a 100% recyclable product, as the default substrate and pricing it lower than foamcore to encourage its use.

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Using reusable and recyclable materials in booth construction.
• Partnering with suppliers for recycling programs (e.g., AZEK Company).

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• 1
• 2
• 3
• 5
• 7
• 9
• 10
• 12
• 13
• 17

Freeman aligns its sustainability and DEI programs with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), focusing on areas with the biggest impact.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Honeycomb (recyclable substrate)
• Lightweight and recyclable booth-building system
• DigiBadge (touchless registration)

Awards & Recognition

• Forbes Best Employers for Women

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environmental Sustainability
• People (Employees, Customers, Partners, Attendees)
• Principles (Integrity, Ethical Conduct, Safety)

Environmental Achievements

• 70% miles saved by optimizing trailer loads
• 27% decrease in electricity spend YOY
• 9% increase in use of renewable solar energy
• Recycled and reused 100 tons of carpet and padding at SAP Sapphire event
• 70% of warehouses converted to LED lighting

Social Achievements

• 92.3% employee retention rate
• 46% employees who identify as racially or ethnically diverse
• 1 in 3 senior management positions held by women
• Launched Green Team pilot project at three branches
• Various philanthropic initiatives including donations to HomeRise SF, Child Haven, San Antonio Food Bank, and American Heart Association

Governance Achievements

• Launched a new safety pledge for all employees
• Daily safety talks at event sites
• Three new Obligations of Safety implemented
• Updated Code of Conduct emphasizing ethical conduct and social/environmental responsibility

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Reducing GHG emissions across all three scopes (Scope 1, 2, and 3)
• Minimizing waste from events
• Improving diversity, equity, and inclusion
• Ensuring business continuity during crises

Mitigation Strategies

• Implementing initiatives to reduce emissions from mobile fuels, materials, waste, and electricity
• Expanding donation and recycling programs
• Developing and implementing DEI programs and partnerships
• Providing frequent and ongoing crisis management training

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement

• Working with SmartWay certified transportation carriers
• Collaborating with suppliers to innovate on more sustainable products

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks

• Not disclosed

Transition Risks

• Not disclosed

Opportunities

• Not disclosed

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Null

Certifications: Null

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

UN Sustainable Development Goals

• Not disclosed

Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Reusable rental materials
• 100% recyclable honeycomb signage

Awards & Recognition

• Not disclosed