GLOBAL PARTNERS LP People.
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Global Partner's 2022 Corporate Social Responsibility Report
Aerial view of our terminal in Stampede, North Dakota
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Contents
A Message from our CEO | 3 |
An Update on Our CSR Journey | 4-7 |
Our People and Communities | 8-13 |
90 Years of Commitment | 9 |
Employee Resource Group Implementation | 10 |
Promoting from Within | 12 |
$2 Million Heating Oil Donation | 13 |
Coin-Box Fundraising | 13 |
Additional Charitable Highlights | 13 |
Sustainability | 14-17 |
Climate Change | 15 |
Investing in Renewables | 15 |
Low-Carbon Efforts | 15 |
Advocating for Bioheat | 16 |
Converting to Green Foam | 16 |
LED Lighting Upgrades | 16 |
Fueling Ideas for the Future | 17 |
Safety & Emergency Preparedness | 18-22 |
Global's Commitment to Environmental, | |
Health, and Safety | 19 |
EHS Principles | 19 |
Preparing for the Unexpected | 20 |
Inspections | 20 |
Training and Drills | 21 |
Our Business Model | 23 |
About Global | 24 |
Map of Our Locations | 25 |
Retail Operations | 25 |
Wholesale and Commercial Services | 25 |
Governance - Management and | |
Board Commitments | 26 |
Corporate Governance | 27 |
2022 Sustainability Reporting Data | 28 |
Forward Looking Statements | 32 |
Aerial view of Charles River and Back Bay, Boston, Massachusetts
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A Message from our CEO
At Global Partners, we recognize our responsibility to not only drive business success but also to make a positive impact on society and the environment. We believe in the power of doing good and shaping the future of our industries for the better. It is with pleasure that I provide you with an update on our efforts to do just that.
Last year was an extraordinary year, bringing industry-wide challenges that tested our resilience and determination. Supply chain constraints, commodity price volatility, inflation, and a tough labor market were just some of the hurdles we faced. Despite these obstacles, our team at Global Partners rose to the occasion, adapting swiftly to keep our business and communities growing, moving, and thriving.
We understand that the challenges we face have a tangible impact on our communities. In response to pressing needs, such as the extreme demand for heating assistance, we expanded our annual heating oil donation program, contributing a record $2 million to support lower-income families across
the Northeast.
Our commitment to our communities goes beyond giving. We remain steadfast in our drive to make progress towards a low-carbon future while differentiating our energy infrastructure.
In our 2022 report, you will find highlights of our efforts to give back to our communities at both the local and corporate levels, our focus on ensuring the safety of our employees, communities, and transportation of products, and our initiatives to promote renewable fuels, develop an electric vehicle strategy, enhance sustainability within our operations, and increase access to local food options. We are excited to share the progress we have made in these areas.
As we move forward, we remain steadfast in our commitment to making a positive difference. We are grateful for the support and partnership of our stakeholders as we continue on this journey towards a more sustainable future for all.
Eric Slifka, CEO
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An Update on Our CSR Journey
We use our assets to adapt quickly and actively invest in the future of energy.
Aerial view from Portland
Head Lighthouse, Portland, Maine
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An Update on our CSR Journey
From community generosity to our sustainable practices, Global Partners (referred to herein as "Global") continues to be a company poised for change and adapting to do the right thing. In 2021, Global created a cross-department working group, reporting to the Executive Leadership Team, to formalize our commitment to environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles and to help build out a holistic approach to improving in ESG-related areas and metrics.
In our inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility Report published last year, we committed to disclosing our Scope 1 and 2 Greenhouse Gas (GHG) and air emissions in this year's report.*
*The specific frameworks referenced are outlined on page 28 and 29. Data gathered for Scope 1 and 2 GHG emissions calculations are entered into a customized calculation tool that calculates emissions. The calculation tool is then sent to a third-party ESG consultant for review. The consultant reviews the tool, conducts a year-to- year comparison for each line item, and provides Global with a quality assurance and quality control tracker to confirm information.
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An Update on our CSR Journey
Greenhouse Gas Emissions | ||||
Environmental Metrics | Unit | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 |
Scope 1 Greenhouse Gas Emissions Total | MT CO2e | 24,280 | 26,112 | 26,260 |
Scope 1 CO2 Emissions Total | MT CO2e | 24,239 | 22,567 | 20,644 |
Scope 1 Methane Emissions Total | MT CO2e | 16 | 26 | 18 |
Scope 2 Greenhouse Gas Emissions | MT CO2e | 16,207 | 15,089 | 20,026 |
Greenhouse Gas Total Scope 1 and Scope 2 | MT CO2e | 40,487 | 41,201 | 46,285 |
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Scope 1 and 2 | MT CO2e / | 141 | 169 | 95 |
Intensity | Adjusted EBITDA |
(Millions USD)
Notes: Refrigerant reporting not included for terminal operations and corporate locations based on significance.
Air Emissions | ||||
Environmental Metrics | Unit | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 |
Nitrogen Oxides (NOx) | MT | 24.61 | 25.24 | 21.81 |
Sulfur Oxides (SOx) | MT | 6.81 | 7.60 | 8.24 |
Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs) | MT | 361.34 | 353.57 | 346.17 |
Particulate Matter (PM) | MT | 1.36 | 1.38 | 1.14 |
Notes: Air Emissions data for stationary sources based on values reported to state agencies and/or calculations based on EPA AP-42: Compilation of Air Emissions Factors. Air Emissions from mobile sources based on EPA Average Vehicle emissions for 2018 vehicle types VOC Emissions Limited to Terminal Operating Unit.
Energy Use | ||||
Environmental Metrics | Unit | 2020 | 2021 | 2022 |
Operational Energy Consumed | GJ | 490,872 | 479,239 | 494,782 |
Percentage Grid Electricity | % | 100 | 100 | 100 |
Percentage Renewable | % | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Notes: Operational Energy includes purchased energy and stationary combustion (not including recovered fuel gasses combusted in vapor combustion units). Mobile combustion is excluded. SASB FB-FR-130a.1.
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An Update on our
CSR Journey
Global is committed to leveraging its climate data collection efforts and taking action to support the transition to a low-carbon economy. To build off our sustainability progress, Global is currently working with an industry-recognizedthird-party consultant to identify how we can use our organizational data to better position ourselves in the transition to a low-carbon economy.
Effective climate goals can drive significant emissions reductions across operations, empowering the integration of sustainability factors into decision-making across our organization. Our collaboration with a third-party consultant will allow our decision-making to be better informed by the latest industry guidance and market trends, from climate standards to ongoing regulatory requirements.
We look forward to sharing more about our plans for best positioning ourselves for transitioning to a low-carbon economy.
This report includes data from 2020 through 2022 and key highlights from 2022. This report is guided by the following internationally recognized frameworks:
- SASB Standards of the International Sustainability Standards Board (SASB)
- GRI Standards of the Global Reporting Initiative (GRI)
- Recommendations of the Task Force on Climate-Related Financial Disclosures (TCFD)
We selected the reporting metrics included in this report following the recommendations of our third-party consultant and based on the inclusion of such metrics in various independent frameworks for sustainability reporting (such as those listed above).
The scope of this report includes Global Partners LP and its subsidiaries. The information and data in this report cover the calendar year ended December 31, 2022, unless otherwise noted. The scope of this report does not address the performance of our suppliers, contractors, tenants or customers. Any other data exclusions or additions are noted in this report.
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People and Community
From our local retail stores to our corporate office, we give back in many ways.
Quechee Gorge, Quechee, Vermont.
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People and Community
90 Years of Commitment
We are proud to support the communities in which we live and work. Our efforts to be a good neighbor began almost 90 years ago when our company began delivering heating oil - door to door - in the neighborhoods around Greater Boston. These efforts continue through our active giving program, which enhances good works in communities across the United States.
In 2022, Global was named to Fortune Magazine's World's Most Admired Companies List. Throughout our history, we have maintained our entrepreneurial spirit, allowing us to adapt, innovate, and evolve how we provide our communities and customers with the products they need. This spirit, coupled with the dedication of our hardworking employees and the invaluable partnerships we have built, has earned Global the honor of being included on Fortune's list.
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People and Community
Employee Resource Group Implementation
At Global, we seek to combine the best of a large organization while being grounded in community and family.
In May 2022, we took a significant step forward in fostering a more inclusive workplace by launching an Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) initiative, currently including eight ERGs. Designed to foster a more inclusive and supportive workplace, the ERG initiative aims to bring together employees with shared interests, backgrounds, or experiences. This program provides a platform for networking, collaboration, and mutual support, enhancing the sense of community at Global Partners. Whether focused on diversity, professional development, or social activities, these ERGs offer a space for employees to connect, learn, and contribute to a positive work environment. We believe that by embracing diversity and providing these avenues for connection, our employees will thrive both personally and professionally, ultimately benefiting the entire company.
ERGs are a key component in Global's ongoing efforts to foster a culture that encourages ideas from all facets of the company, regardless of title:
• Asian, Pacific Islander, and Middle Eastern | • Veterans & Military |
• Black, African, African American | • WAVE, Women at Global |
• Hispanic, Latino/a/é/x | • Working Caregivers |
• PRISM, LGBTQ+ | • Young Professionals |
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Global Partners LP published this content on 21 February 2024 and is solely responsible for the information contained therein. Distributed by Public, unedited and unaltered, on 12 March 2024 09:09:09 UTC.
