- Reducing Scope 3 emissions
- Increasing supplier participation in sustainable procurement program
The Bernard Group (TBG)
Greenhouse gas emissions & sustainability report data
In its 2023 reporting, The Bernard Group (TBG) disclosed greenhouse gas emissions of 5.3K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2). By scope: Scope 1: 1.4K tCO2e; Scope 2: 3.9K tCO2e; Scope 3: 19.5K tCO2e. 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
5.3K tCO2e (Scope 1 & 2)
2023
Renewable Energy
100% of electricity usage offset through RECs and carbon offsets
of total energy
Water Usage
4.6M Gallons
2023
Waste
2.5K tons
2023
Energy Use
8.3M KWH
2023
📊 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 tCO2e |
| Scope 2 | Indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heat and cooling. | 3.9K tCO2e |
| Scope 3 | Other indirect emissions across the value chain (purchased goods, business travel, use of sold products, etc.). | 19.5K tCO2e |
New to scopes? Read Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions explained and market-based vs location-based Scope 2.
✅ Reported Environmental Achievements
- Diverted 673 tons of waste from the landfill
- Maintained "Green Power" partnership with the EPA
- Offset 100% of our facilities’ Scopes 1 and 2 emissions
- Created a closed-loop recycling stream for magnet material
- Replaced virgin plastic packaging with sustainable options
🎯 Climate & Sustainability Targets
🔜 Short-term
- Attain FSC Chain of Custody certification by 2025
- Develop standard operating procedure for product take-back program
📅 Medium-term
- Increase EcoVadis score
- Increase supplier participation in Sustainable Procurement Program
🔭 Long-term
- 100% carbon neutral
🌱 ESG Focus Areas
WorkplaceStakeholdersCommunityEnvironment