CUSTOMER-CENTERED INNOVATION
INTRODUCTION
PEOPLE-FIRST CULTURE
OPERATIONAL EXCELLENCE
GRI INDEX
SCOPE 1 EMISSIONS We focus on addressing two main sources of emissions: the use of sulfur hexafluoride (SF6) gas and stationary sources that run primarily on natural gas. Reducing SF 6 gas: Our teams implement technology and process improvements that reduce emissions from products containing SF 6 gas during production and throughout these products’ lifetimes. In 2024, as part of our continuous improvement efforts, we completed a four-step problem solving process to enhance operational performance and further reduce SF 6 emissions in our Vista® Underground Distribution Switchgear production. This initiative focused on continuous improvement of our processes and opportunities for refinement in manufacturing and assembly. In addition to internal process improvements, we continue to develop more sustainable product alternatives for customers looking to eliminate SF 6 gas from their supply chain. Read more in Product Innovation & Sustainability, including information about our products that do not contain SF 6 gas. Investing in energy efficiency: S&C’s second main source of Scope 1 GHG emissions comes from stationary sources, such as boilers, heaters, and ovens, at our Chicago and Toronto facilities. Read more about our initiatives to reduce Scope 1 GHG emissions and develop more efficient operations in Energy Efficiency.
SCOPE 2 EMISSIONS As a longstanding member of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Green Power Partnership, S&C supports the development of renewable energy sources, such as wind, solar, geothermal, biogas, eligible biomass, and low-impact hydropower. S&C has purchased renewable energy certificates (RECs) since 2012 as part of our effort to promote cleaner energy. We are also analyzing feasibility and funding for on-site solar at various facilities across the globe, including our Mexico and Chicago offices. Read about our efforts to reduce on-site Scope 2 emissions in Energy Efficiency.
Since 2020, we have purchased renewable energy credits to offset 100 percent of our global Scope 2 market-based emissions.
Scope 1 Net Zero Roadmap (MT CO 2 e)
76,828
Historical reduction
25,190 (-67%)
11,524 (-85%)
Reduce reworks to 25/year Reduce natural gas by 15% Reduce SF 6 gas emissions by 89%
3,841 (-95%)
2014
2024
2030
2040-2050
S&C roadmap to reach net zero Scope 1 emissions by 2050
S&C 2024 Sustainability Report
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