Quadra Group (Quadra Chemicals Ltd. and Quadra Chemicals Inc.)
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2022, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2022
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:1531 tCO2e (Scope 1) + 496 tCO2e (Scope 2) = 2027 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:1531 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:496 tCO2e
Renewable Energy Share:74% of total consumed electricity from low emission grids
Total Energy Consumption:3157 MWh
Water Consumption:12440 m3
Waste Generated:28.8 m3 liquid hazardous waste + 37.2 tonnes solid hazardous waste + 10.9 tonnes food waste
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Social
- Governance
Environmental Achievements
- Zero reportable releases in 2022
- 16.3% of total sales from sustainable chemistries
Social Achievements
- Zero lost time incidents in 2022
- Launched a mental health support program, a wellness platform with “Virtual Care”, and revamped vacation allocation and service recognition programs
- Implemented a Flex work schedule
Governance Achievements
- Maintained platinum status among Canada's Best Managed Companies for 20 consecutive years
- Implemented a rigorous cybersecurity awareness training program
- Became Rainforest Alliance (RA) certified and obtained a Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil® (RSPO®) Distributor License in 2022
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
- Develop a multi-year roadmap to advance climate strategy and implement TCFD recommendations
- Develop a multi-year DE&I roadmap
Short-term Goals:
- Improve data collection processes for water usage and waste
- Review Supplier Assessment Program to improve transparency of product sourcing
Environmental Challenges
- Increased emissions attributed to increased warehouse storage capacity and vehicle use
- Lack of readily available water data for one warehouse
- Climate change poses a risk to distribution infrastructure and networks
Mitigation Strategies
- Identify, evaluate, and implement energy efficiency opportunities to lower carbon footprint
- Improve data management processes to ensure accuracy in disclosures
- Commence calculation of Scope 3 emissions profile
- Work with third-party carriers to develop strategies to maximize load capacity and prioritize rail transport
- Develop a multi-year roadmap to advance climate strategy and implement TCFD recommendations
- Improve data collection processes to have a complete operational data set
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Responsible sourcing of raw materials
- Engaging with suppliers to understand supply chain, ensure aligned values on procurement, and identify opportunities for joint progress on shared goals
- Review of Supplier Assessment Program in 2023
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Not disclosed
Transition Risks
- Not disclosed
Opportunities
- Not disclosed
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards, UN Global Compact, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)
Certifications: ISO 9001:2015 (most locations), BRCGS (Vaudreuil, Burlington, Delta, Oakville), Rainforest Alliance (RA), Roundtable on Sustainable Palm Oil® (RSPO®) Distributor License
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- SDG 8
- SDG 3
- SDG 4
- SDG 13
- SDG 10
- SDG 11
- SDG 17
- SDG 12
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Green and Better Choice products
Awards & Recognition
- Canada's Best Managed Companies (Platinum status)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:3190 tCO2e/year
Scope 1 Emissions:2662 tCO2e/year
Scope 2 Emissions:528 tCO2e/year
Renewable Energy Share:74%
Total Energy Consumption:4488 MWh/year
Water Consumption:12308 m3/year
Waste Generated:162.1 tonnes/year (landfill waste)
ESG Focus Areas
- Health and Safety
- Employee Wellness, Engagement, and Inclusion
- Community and Indigenous Participation
- Environmental Footprint
- Emissions Management
- Climate Strategy
- Responsible Distribution
- Responsible Sourcing
- Regulatory Compliance and Risk Management
Environmental Achievements
- 3.6% decrease in GHG emissions
- 74% of electricity procured from renewable sources
- Zero reportable releases in Quadra operations
Social Achievements
- 27% decrease in voluntary turnover of employees
- 97% of employees completed cybersecurity training
- $100,000 CDN spent on supporting local communities
- 16 summer students and transitioned 2 into full-time roles
- Achieved Gold Rating from EcoVadis
- Great Place to Work® certification
- Best Workplaces for Women™ certification
- Platinum status as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
Governance Achievements
- No fines or sanctions for 21 years
- Implemented a robust internal training and development plan for Customer Service Representatives
- Redefined the governance framework of its business continuity management program
- Conducted a third-party cybersecurity assessment
- Delivered cybersecurity training to 97% of the workforce
- QCI formally recognized as a Women-Owned business by WeConnect International
Climate Goals & Targets
Environmental Challenges
- Discrepancies in Scope 2 emissions for 2021 and 2022
- Increased diesel consumption due to a power outage
- Limited opportunities to reduce natural gas consumption due to weather dependency
- Three lost time injuries in 2023
Mitigation Strategies
- Recalculated and revised annual emissions
- Revisited operational boundary definition
- Included emissions from Oakville and Vista warehouses
- Implemented an annual safety assessment for all sites
- Improved communication channels between safety teams
- Added safe work practice documentation
- Fully investigated incidents and implemented mitigations
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- Business Code of Ethics
- RSPO and Rainforest Alliance certifications
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards
Awards & Recognition
- Great Place to Work® certification
- Best Workplaces for Women™ certification
- Platinum status as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies
- Gold Rating from EcoVadis