Zurn Water Solutions Corporation
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
Total Carbon Emissions:10163 tCO2e
Scope 1 Emissions:4866 tCO2e
Scope 2 Emissions:5297 tCO2e
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:2.1%
Total Energy Consumption:149,213 GJ
Water Consumption:44.6 thousand cubic meters
Waste Generated:2641.5 metric tons
Carbon Intensity:11.18% GHG emissions intensity based on fiscal year sales/revenue
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Health & Safety
- People
- Communities
- Governance & Ethics
Environmental Achievements
- Zurn Water Solutions engineered products saved 34 billion gallons of water in 2021.
- 70% of revenue came from sustainable products.
- Reduced TRIR by 62% from fiscal year 2017 through calendar year 2021.
- Reduced LTIR by more than 80% from fiscal year 2017 through calendar year 2021.
Social Achievements
- Increased associates’ paid time for company-sponsored volunteer events by 25%, from 16 hours to 20 hours annually.
- More than 90% of the U.S. workforce participates in the Wellness Program.
- 84% of associates are proud to work for Zurn Water Solutions.
- 583 Associate Inclusion Index score in 2021, ahead of the industry average score.
Governance Achievements
- Became a signatory to the United Nations Global Compact.
- 100% of associates trained on Code of Business Conduct and Ethics in 2021.
- Improved scores with third-party ESG ratings agencies such as Sustainalytics and MSCI ESG in 2021.
Climate Goals & Targets
Long-term Goals:
- Report on Scope 3 Emissions and establish and announce science-based target for GHG reduction for Scope 1, 2, 3 Emissions (2023)
Medium-term Goals:
- Reduce Scope 1 & Scope 2 GHG Emissions Intensity by 50% (2030)
- Achieve 30% female representation on board of directors (2024)
Short-term Goals:
- Increase revenue derived from products with sustainable attributes to 75% (2024)
- Achieve 40 billion gallons of water saved annually through the use of our products (2024)
- Reduce energy consumed per U.S. dollar of operating revenue by 15% (2024)
- Increase employee engagement survey responses to 80% (2024)
Environmental Challenges
- Reducing greenhouse gas emissions
- Conserving resources through efficient processes and recycling efforts
- Maintaining a sustainable, resilient supply chain
Mitigation Strategies
- GHG emissions reduction target incorporated into strategic planning and tracking procedures.
- Focus on using recycled materials in products and packaging.
- Supplier surveys and contractual reviews to identify negative environmental or social impacts.
- Investment in information technology systems and auditing capabilities to monitor supply chain compliance.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Top suppliers representing 80% of global supplier spend surveyed in 2021.
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- Supplier Quality and Development Program
- U.S. Supplier Diversity Program
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Heavy rain and flooding
- Droughts
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: SASB, GRI, UNGC, TCFD
Certifications: WaterSense
Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 6: Clean Water and Sanitation
- Goal 7: Affordable and Clean Energy
- Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities
- Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production
- Goal 13: Climate Action
Products and initiatives contribute to these goals through water conservation, energy efficiency, sustainable sourcing, community engagement, and emissions reduction.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Touchless fixtures
- Energy-efficient hand dryers
- Water-saving flush valves
- Hydro-X Power faucet
Awards & Recognition
- Newsweek’s America’s Most Responsible Companies (two years in a row)