Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Health
• Safety
• Employee Relations
• Supplier Relations
• Community Relations
• Sustainability
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Reduced production waste to levels approaching zero
• Phenol recovery plant reclaims phenol for reuse, minimizing waste and reducing demand for virgin phenol
• Dust collectors clean air while recovering reusable materials
• Exhaust economizer recovers exhaust heat, increasing efficiency and lowering fuel demand
• Received a Letter of Commendation from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for voluntary initiative to reduce toxic emissions and foster pollution prevention

Social Achievements

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offered to employees and their households
• Coordinated Health Care program ensures employees receive appropriate medical advice and treatment
• Annual Health Risk Assessments raise employee awareness of potential health issues
• Right Choice Health and Wellness Center provides triage care, physical exams, and other services
• Long-standing Safety Representative program (since 1968) maximizes safety awareness through employee involvement
• Annual employee meetings (since 1968) and employee picnics foster communication and recognition
• Partnership with Lakeshore Technical College enhances education opportunities for employees and the community
• Added Teladoc in 2019 for on-demand remote medical care

Governance Achievements

• Maintains a strong commitment to ethical behavior and compliance with laws and regulations
• Active Antitrust Compliance Program with annual employee reviews and certifications
• Whistleblower policy encourages reporting of illegal, immoral, or unethical actions
• ISO 9001:2015 Certified Quality Systems Certification
• Six Sigma program and 5S program implemented for continuous improvement

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Maintaining environmental sustainability
• Ensuring employee health and safety
• Managing risks associated with hazardous materials
• Meeting evolving environmental regulations

Mitigation Strategies

• Comprehensive EHS organization with dedicated personnel
• Formalized EHS policies and practices to prevent and mitigate risks
• Proactive maintenance programs
• Compliance with OSHA and EPA regulations
• Continuous improvement programs (Six Sigma, 5S)
• Employee training and education

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Commitment to mutually beneficial supplier relationships based on trust, respect, and cooperation
• Compliance with the Institute for Supply Management’s Principles and Standards of Ethical Supply Management
• Prohibition of suppliers violating human rights standards
• Compliance with Conflict Minerals Act

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities