2025 SUSTAINABILITY REPORT
INTRODUCTION
PRODUCTS
ENVIRONMENT
PEOPLE
LEADERSHIP
SUPPLEMENT
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Biodiversity
Looking Ahead
Transportation
Additional brokers are expected to achieve certification in 2026, further strengthening alignment with emissions reduction goals. The Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) SmartWay® program supports logistics providers in improving transportation efficiency. Building on this progress, initiatives launched in 2025 will continue into 2026, including further optimization of freight strategies and expansion of certified providers. Together, these efforts enhance supply chain performance while advancing Trex’s environmental objectives.
In 2025, Trex advanced efforts to optimize its logistics network, focusing on efficiency, risk reduction and lower-emissions transportation. This included a strategic restructuring of wood hauler operations to streamline processes and strengthen oversight, reducing operational risks while improving supply chain reliability. While decking shipments via rail decreased compared to 2024, intermodal shipping volumes increased, reflecting a more flexible approach that leverages both rail and truck transport. Trex also expanded its use of SmartWay-certified freight brokers, reinforcing its commitment to more sustainable freight practices. LOGO USAGE
We assess biodiversity impact when constructing new facilities, including our newest plant in Little Rock, and when making significant changes at our existing sites. While no new biodiversity studies were conducted in 2025, we continued to support the established biodiversity at our existing sites through efforts such as planting wildflowers, protecting waterways and maintaining wildlife habitat.
We remain committed to implementing lean manufacturing and continuous improvement processes across our environmental, safety and quality performance. This includes optimizing Trex’s manufacturing operations to reduce energy use and climate impact. Our 2026 priorities include targeted analysis of energy consumption and the identification of key improvement opportunities. To support this work, we are adding submetering capabilities at select areas of the Winchester manufacturing plant, providing a foundation for more detailed, facility-level energy analysis.
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