- Transportation remains the largest source of emissions (58% of Scope 1-3 emissions).
- Increased material processing volume and a new facility opening contributed to emission increases when using a non-market-based calculation.
Electronic Recyclers International, Inc. DBA ERI
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, Electronic Recyclers International, Inc. DBA ERI disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 24.2K mTCO2e (location-based); 17233.21 mTCO2e (after offsets). By scope: Scope 1: 1.4K mTCO2e; Scope 2: 0 mTCO2e (market-based); Scope 3: 20.5K mTCO2e. Figures are as stated in the company's own report and may use different boundaries, units or methods (for example market-based vs location-based Scope 2), so compare with care.
GHG Emissions
24.2K mTCO2e (location-based); 17233.21 mTCO2e (after offsets)
2023
Renewable Energy
100%
of total energy
📊 Emissions by Scope (2023)
| Scope | What it covers | Reported value |
|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | Direct emissions from sources the company owns or controls (fuel combustion, company vehicles, process and fugitive emissions). | 1.4K mTCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 0 mTCO2e (market-based) |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 20.5K mTCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
📈 Emissions by Report Period
| Report period | Headline emissions figure reported |
|---|---|
| 2023 | 24.2K mTCO2e (location-based); 17233.21 mTCO2e (after offsets) |
| 2021 | 43.5M lbs CO2e |
Each row is the headline figure extracted from a different report; scope coverage and methodology can change between years.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Achieved carbon neutrality for operational emissions.
- Transitioned to 100% market-based renewable energy.
- Reduced overall emissions by 10% from 2022.
- Reduced emissions from natural gas by 2.90%, propane by 61.5%, and overall Scope 1 emissions by 1.8% compared to 2022.
- Lowered freight per pound emissions by 12%.
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Complete LED lighting conversion in all ERI buildings by end of 2024.
📅 Medium-term
- Reduce overall emissions by 45% by 2030.
- Help over 5 million consumers per year with recycling needs via RecycleNation by 2030.
🔭 Long-term
- Net zero emissions by 2030.
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
Climate ChangeDiversity, Equity & InclusionData SecurityCircular EconomyCommunity Engagement