Global Clean Energy Holdings, Inc.
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:24 gCO2e/MJ for Camelina-based RD
ESG Focus Areas
- Environmental
- Social
- Economic
Environmental Achievements
- Achieved a lower carbon intensity (CI) score for renewable diesel (RD) produced from Camelina feedstock (24 gCO2e/MJ) compared to soybean oil (59 gCO2e/MJ).
- Camelina is grown on fallow land, avoiding indirect land use change (ILUC).
Social Achievements
- Camelina meal, a co-product of Camelina oil extraction, is FDA-approved as livestock feed.
- Good relations with employees.
Governance Achievements
- Not disclosed
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Achieve a “net zero” GHG footprint for all finished fuels.
Medium-term Goals:
- Expand Camelina production domestically and internationally.
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Delays in completing the construction of the Bakersfield Renewable Fuels Refinery due to supply chain issues, engineering, procurement, and construction issues with the contractor, and unanticipated turnover of personnel.
- Drought conditions in the western U.S. limiting Camelina cultivation.
- Increased input costs of farming due to the conflict in Ukraine.
- Termination of the ExxonMobil Offtake Agreement.
Mitigation Strategies
- Issued change orders to accelerate the refinery's completion.
- Seeking additional financing to fund operations.
- Expanding Camelina production contracts in various regions.
- Contesting the termination of the ExxonMobil Offtake Agreement.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Contracts directly with farmers to grow Camelina.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Extreme weather, drought
Transition Risks
- Changes in low-carbon fuel policies.
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and processes.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: RSB (previously certified)
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Not disclosed
Not disclosed
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Renewable diesel, renewable propane, renewable naphtha.
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Among the lowest of any available feedstock on the market
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Sustainable Agriculture
- Community Development
Environmental Achievements
- Contracted a record 65,000 acres of camelina crop globally, utilizing fallow land and reducing carbon intensity.
Social Achievements
- Supported rural agricultural communities by providing additive revenue streams for farmers through camelina cultivation.
- Record camelina yields reaching up to 1,900 pounds per acre.
Governance Achievements
- Not disclosed
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Achieve "net zero" GHG footprint on all finished fuels.
Medium-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Environmental Challenges
- Not disclosed
Mitigation Strategies
- Not disclosed
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Not disclosed
Responsible Procurement
- Direct contracting with farmers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Development of ultra-low carbon renewable fuels
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: Null
Certifications: Null
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 7 (Affordable and Clean Energy)
- Goal 13 (Climate Action)
- Goal 2 (Zero Hunger)
- Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
Camelina cultivation contributes to renewable energy production, climate change mitigation, improved food security, and economic growth in rural communities.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Proprietary camelina varieties
Awards & Recognition
- Not disclosed