East Penn Manufacturing Company
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:348,439 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:5% (Lyon Station)
Total Energy Consumption:600 million kWh/year (Lyon Station)
Water Consumption:181.9 million gallons/year (Lyon Station)
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed
ESG Focus Areas
- Responsible Sourcing
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Energy & GHG Emissions
- Employee Engagement & Retention
- Diversity, Equity & Inclusion
- Product Recycling
- Water Stewardship
- Waste Management
- Product Transparency
Environmental Achievements
- Recycled 93% of waste in 2023.
- Recycled over 175 million pounds of lead, more than 10.6 million pounds of plastic, and over 6.3 million pounds of acid in 2023 at Lyon Station.
- Achieved a nearly 7500 MWh reduction in energy use since 2018 primarily by converting to LED lighting and process improvements.
- Procured 15MW of renewable electricity over a 15-year period from a new solar energy project, powering about five percent of the Lyon Station facility's manufacturing operations since December 2023.
- Lead air emissions at China facility were less than 2 pounds in each of the last four years.
- Lead emissions are four times lower than allowable by U.S. EPA and state environmental standards.
Social Achievements
- Provided healthcare benefits above industry benchmarks to over 20,000 employees and their dependents.
- Launched Power2Recycle, an environmental campaign reaching over 1.6 million people.
- Voluntary turnover rate of 10.12% in 2023.
- 127,590 hours of manufacturing skills training provided in 2023.
- Launched Language Skills Development program, with 119 employees graduating and 79% remaining with the company.
- Over 28% of new hires globally were women in 2023.
- Donated over $1 million to charitable organizations in 2023.
Governance Achievements
- Established East Penn Manufacturing Supplier Code of Conduct in 2023.
- Conducted 34 supplier audits in 2023.
- Implemented an Occupational Safety and Health Management System consistent with ISO 45001.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Achieve a 20 percent reduction in energy use per unit of production by 2028 against a 2018 baseline.
Short-term Goals:
- Increase national truck fleet's gas mileage to seven miles per gallon by the end of 2025.
- Reduce our absolute Scope 1 & 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 10% across the entire East Penn operation by 2030 from a 2021 baseline.
Environmental Challenges
- General labor shortages colliding with surging demand for products.
- Managing risks associated with the use of critical materials.
- Negative environmental impacts in the supply chain.
- Negative social impacts in the supply chain.
Mitigation Strategies
- Revamped employment website and implemented strategic recruitment campaigns.
- Regular supplier audits focused on quality and service.
- Established Supplier Code of Conduct.
- Addressing non-conformances with corrective action plans.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: 34/year
Responsible Procurement
- East Penn Manufacturing Supplier Code of Conduct
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and renewable energy solutions.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, SASB
Certifications: ISO 14001 (lead battery manufacturing plants in PA, China)
Third-party Assurance: SMETA (Sedex Members Ethical Trade Audit) for Social Accountability
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Advanced lead-based batteries supporting electrification, lithium-ion batteries.
Awards & Recognition
- GigaGuru supplier (Walmart's Project Gigaton)