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Conrad van Rooyen is the co-founder and general manager of Hexeis, an Australian-based electrical engineering consultancy. Hexeis provides industry-leading energy analysis, monitoring and management solutions and is a certified Schneider Electric Master Power Management EcoXpert Partner. 

Over the past decade, there has been an explosion of data. This is especially true in commercial buildings, which have been identified as noble examples of embracing sustainability and decarbonization. The challenge asset and facility managers face now is what to do with these mountains of energy-related information. Raw energy data – data without context – can be confusing. With no perspective, it provides few clues about areas of energy waste or overconsumption. Nor does it provide any evaluation of ways to bring energy bills under control.

Our company, Hexeis, is a Schneider Electric EcoXpert Master Partner in Power Management. In our experience, there are three important elements of data – accuracy, availability, and timeliness. Each impacts the sustainability and carbon footprint of your operations.

Pillar 1: Accuracy of energy data is the starting point

Connected, digitized power meters installed on a building’s key circuits provide large amounts of energy-related data, and their accuracy is vitally important. Any miscalculations during installation can result in potential miscalculations that can persist unnoticed over extended periods.

For example, in providing our customers with digitalization and electrification solutions, we’ve noticed a 20% error rate in meter installations. Within those, we identified 31 potential mistakes. These can range from basic errors like incorrectly programming current transformer (CT) ratios to more elaborate missteps like installing a CT backward. Besides the obvious safety risks, these incorrect meter installations can lead to data issues that cause measurement errors, incorrect billing, operational inefficiencies. It can even jeopardize your sustainability progress.

The importance of accurate energy data even ventures into legal territory, particularly in the context of NABERS (National Australian Built Environment Rating System). This Australian rating system measures the environmental performance of buildings. NABERS helps building owners and managers identify areas to improve their environmental performance and reduce operating costs. Inaccurate meter data can lead to incorrect ratings and potential legal penalties.

Data precision is so important! That’s why, at Hexeis, we use specialized equipment like a portable primary injection tester to verify the installation, performance, and accuracy of our customer’s electrical assets – including current transformers, instrument transformers, and power meters. These tools are critical in all our installations’ maintenance, testing, and commissioning.

Pillar 2: Seamless availability through digital transformation

As more of our customers’ power networks become digitized and connected, data availability and accessibility are becoming increasingly important. They often need to make quick decisions to remain competitive – and the most basic requirement for boosting competitiveness is guaranteeing access to accurate energy data at any moment. Accessing data from smartphones or computers is not just a convenience; it’s mandatory in today’s business environments.

Because of this, we use EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert as a development platform to present meaningful data and automate reporting and notifications. This approach allows us to tailor dashboards to our client’s needs and streamline the information by organizing trends that make it engaging and actionable. Most importantly, it prevents the diminishing returns associated with an overload of visual data. A platform should never make its users feel overwhelmed or disoriented. This is what we call JAD (just another dashboard), and it marks a failure to engage users effectively.

The platform aids in creating a unified, streamlined interface and allows the automation of tasks our clients would traditionally handle themselves. It also gives insight into electrical system health and energy efficiency. This allows customers to make informed decisions about their energy usage. We’ve found that when our customers know their dashboard was explicitly designed for them, they embrace it more quickly to achieve their business success.

Pillar 3: Timeliness for just-in-time, proactive decision-making

So, we have our accurate energy data, and it’s readily accessible. It’s now a matter of getting the right data to the right people at the right time.

Immediate notifications of issues allow for fast, proactive actions. This prevents unnecessary costs and fosters a culture of informed, evidence-based decision-making.

Leveraging a development platform like EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert allows us to streamline task creation and automation. What our clients would otherwise manage individually, they can now handle efficiently, saving resources and simplifying their energy management. They also get real-time performance monitoring and reporting on energy consumption, with immediate alerts that go to the right people when any issues are detected.

As a prime example, one of our university clients faced a regulation J8 challenge and had to install thousands of meters across their campus buildings to measure light and power by tenancy area. Manual readings were impractical, with multiple areas in each building, each with two meters. So, we embraced the obvious choice – digitization and connectivity – and enhanced the EcoStruxure Power Monitoring Expert’s graphical user interface with additional modules, enabling timely notifications for the management team when lights were left on. Beyond mere compliance, our approach turned a regulatory hurdle into an opportunity for energy efficiency.

This kind of timely data goes beyond surface-level solutions; it’s about understanding the unique dynamics of each space, each meter, and each stakeholder. In this case, we helped our client meet regulatory demands and elevated their power monitoring capabilities.

Partner with an expert advisor

As an EcoXpert Master Partner in Power Management, Hexeis makes full use of Schneider Electric’s global strengths. We incorporate their deep expertise in energy and automation and look to their digital solutions for efficiency, sustainability, and resilience. This includes complete solutions for power management systems and metering devices and gateways.

We can help you see the bigger picture and understand the impact that energy data accuracy, accessibility, and timeliness have on your facilities, operations, and decarbonization goals. We can advise you on greenfield or brownfield projects and help consultants write design guides. Our team can also help you justify sustainability investments to your executives and get the most from your efforts.

To learn more about how to optimize your facility’s decarbonization using power management solutions, visit https://www.se.com/ww/en/work/solutions/power-management/.

To find out more about how Hexeis provides industry-leading energy analysis, monitoring, and management solutions, visit hexeis.com.

EcoXperts are the enablers of net-zero buildings

The EcoXpert Partner Program is unique in its industry and comprises a best-in-class, global ecosystem of expertise. Trained and certified by Schneider Electric, EcoXpert partners digitize and electrify our world for a more sustainable future.

The path to net zero is about delivering solutions for sustainable, resilient, efficient, and people-centric buildings. For our EcoXpert partners, this unveils immense growth opportunities through the transition to end-to-end portfolio sales that will resolve our customers’ most critical needs. For our shared customers, this means that together with our EcoXpert partners, we will drive the building industry transformation and help our customers survive and thrive today – and tomorrow.

Originally published on GreenBiz

European financial regulators shed light on the use of “equivalent information” under the EU Taxonomy.

After almost a full year in effect, compliance with the EU Taxonomy for sustainable activities continues to find its feet. As of January, corporate disclosures of eligible sustainable economic activities have been mandatory.

However, one persistent shortcoming remains with the lack of consistent and accurate corporate reporting (detailed in an earlier GreenBiz article). Although reporting volumes have increased, company disclosure data for EU Taxonomy eligibility and alignment criteria remain elusive, according to a Bloomberg analysis, as shown in the chart.

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Originally published on Rayonier.com

Rayonier was honored to welcome Terry Baker and Sam Cook to speak to Rayonier employees recently about their experiences as black leaders in the forestry industry. The table talk was one of Rayonier’s DEI education events in celebration of Black History Month.

Terry is CEO of the Society of American Foresters and Sam is NC State University’s executive director of Forest Assets and VP of the Natural Resources Foundation for the College of Natural Resources. Both of them shared personal stories from their careers and lessons they have learned. Then they answered questions from the audience.

Terry explained that it can be difficult for students of color to enter a profession in which there are few leaders that look like them, which contributed to his decision to take the helm at SAF. In fact, he recalled, a black student on a Zoom call actually began to cry when he saw that Terry also was black.

“He was in that level of shock because the last face he expected to see was one with a similar skin tone to his.”

Asked how to reach the younger generation and inspire them to consider forestry, Terry advised, “Show up where they are, make that intentional effort to be in their space and to ask them questions about themselves, who they are and what their aspirations are.”

Sam agreed, adding, “I feel a responsibility to get kids to recognize that there is a career in this space for them. There’s not one person that would come to me that I don’t find a way to help. Kids are just looking for an opportunity to sit down and have that conversation.”

Originally published on GoDaddy Resource Library

Tell us a little bit about yourself and what you do at GoDaddy.

My name is Lea (pronounced like Princess Leia from Star Wars) and I am an Accounting Analyst at GoDaddy, based in Los Angeles. I am a part of the Registry Accounting Team. If you have a domain, such as “.com”, my team handles the accounting and finance process of it all! I have been working at GoDaddy for just over a year now. I started my career at a Big Four Accounting firm as an external auditor in the entertainment and tech industry. After working there, I took a sabbatical to obtain my CPA license. During this time, I also started a side hustle called “The Cool CPA” where I create content on finance, career, and wellness. I have been a GoDaddy customer since 2018, utilizing domains and the website builder. I truly resonate with GoDaddy’s mission to empower entrepreneurs, considering I am one myself! In my spare time, you can find me at the beach, watching a Lakers game, indulging in self-care activities, working out at the gym, or working on my personal blog – “LimitlessByLea.”

Why is GDWIT important to you as a woman in this industry?

GoDaddy Women in Technology is important to me because it empowers women to collaborate and support each other in every stage of life, whether navigating personal challenges or advancing in our careers. It is a powerful community that truly feels like home, where we come together to share our experiences, offer support, and forge meaningful connections.

What advice would you give to women entering the tech industry?

My advice is to have an open mindset on creativity and curiosity. Remember, there’s no such thing as a “dumb” question, so lean in and ask away! Each of us brings a unique and powerful impact to the tech industry. Our diverse backgrounds and experiences hold immense value. When we ask questions, voice our ideas, and implement strategies, we create a positive domino effect within our team, company, community, and beyond.

What motivates you at work?

My parents are my biggest motivators at work. They are hard-working immigrants that moved to America from the Philippines. I am incredibly grateful to be born and raised in California as it has given me limitless opportunities in my education and career. My father retired from the U.S. Air Force and my mother is a Financial Management Analyst at the Los Angeles Air Force Base. I have so much gratitude for their support as it has shaped me into who I am today.

Tell us about your biggest role model or mentor.

I have many role models and mentors in my career and personal life. I am inspired by all of my mentors as they have shown me that it is possible to build a family, create a powerful impact in your career, and have an unstoppable mindset, believing that you can achieve anything you set your mind to!

How does your team, manager, or GoDaddy as a whole support your career development and aspirations?

My team, manager, and company provide ample opportunities for my growth and development. I’m entrusted with ownership of new projects, tasks, and leading finance trainings, which align perfectly with my career aspirations and the mission to empower entrepreneurs. My unique perspective as both a GoDaddy customer and employee enhances my understanding and contributions. No matter what department you’re in, the skills being learned are transferable in any role!

What does International Women’s Day mean to you?

International Women’s Day is a day to recognize women and celebrate our accomplishments in our families, communities, and industry. It is a day to celebrate our diversity and an opportunity to honor the previous generations that have led us here. I hope all women strive to be their authentic self, appreciate the in-between moments of life, and cultivate gratitude daily.

Are you enjoying this series and want to know more about life at GoDaddy? Check out our GoDaddy Life social pages! Follow us to meet our team, learn more about our culture (Teams, ERGs, Locations), careers, and so much more. You’re more than just your day job, so come propel your career with us.

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Recently, we had the pleasure of hosting students from the Grand Prairie Fine Arts Academy in Texas, at the HARMAN Experience Center. They joined us for a tour and engaged in a crash course on lighting, followed by a fireside chat. It was truly inspiring to connect with these budding talents who will undoubtedly play pivotal roles in shaping and leading our industry in the future.

At HARMAN, supporting education has always been a priority. Making a positive impact in students’ lives and nurturing their passions is fundamental to our mission. We take great pride in welcoming schools from all over the world to tour our global HARMAN Experience Centers.

With our long history in music innovation, we at HARMAN apply our expertise, time and technologies to make a positive impact in the lives of young people – bringing music to communities around the world.

Through HARMAN Inspired, we bring music education, and resources to students of all ages – focusing on classrooms and communities in need.​​

As part of a recurring series, Cascale details the involvement and vision of its Board members. In the latest blog post, Sean Cady VP Global Sustainability, Responsibility, Trade and Government Affairs, VF Corporation, and Interim CEO, Cascale Governance, shares his perspective on building a career of purpose. Cady reflects on the organization’s new phase of positive impact and the opportunity ahead to scale collective action. You can read more in his blog post titled, Board Interview: Sean Cady on Building a Career of Purpose.

CINCINNATI, March 15, 2024 /3BL/ – Fifth Third announced Pratik Raval as chief sustainability officer. He will lead the Sustainability Office, which is a part of Fifth Third’s Corporate Responsibility Office. Raval reports to Fifth Third Executive Vice President and Chief Corporate Responsibility Officer Kala Gibson.

“Fifth Third’s Purpose is to improve lives and the well-being of its communities,” said Gibson. “Pratik comes to us with a wealth of expertise in corporate sustainability as a business strategy. I’m confident in Pratik’s abilities to further the Bank’s efforts to create long-term sustainable value for all our stakeholders and deliver on our five key sustainability priorities.”

Raval joins Fifth Third with more than 20 years of global experience in corporate sustainability and environmental, social and governance, including business strategy, financial product and service innovation, design and technology integration, and reporting and communication. He previously held positions including Consulting Partner and Head of Sustainability Strategy and Solutions for various business segments of Tata Consultancy Services USA. He also held positions at American Express and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT).

Raval was named one of the Top 25 Sustainability Consultants and Leaders for 2022 by the Consulting Report and recognized among the Top 20 Thought Leaders in Sustainability from Around the World by the CEO Magazine Global. He was named a World Economic Forum Expert in sustainability development, climate change and innovation.

Fifth Third’s five, board-approved corporate sustainability priorities are to strengthen our communities, promote inclusion and diversity, deliver on our commitment to employees, keep our customers at the center, and address climate change. To learn more about Fifth Third’s Sustainability initiatives, click here. Our report on Community Impact is available here.

About Fifth Third

Fifth Third is a bank that’s as long on innovation as it is on history. Since 1858, we’ve been helping individuals, families, businesses and communities grow through smart financial services that improve lives. Our list of firsts is extensive, and it’s one that continues to expand as we explore the intersection of tech-driven innovation, dedicated people and focused community impact. Fifth Third is one of the few U.S.-based banks to have been named among Ethisphere’s World’s Most Ethical Companies® for several years. With a commitment to taking care of our customers, employees, communities and shareholders, our goal is not only to be the nation’s highest performing regional bank, but to be the bank people most value and trust.

Fifth Third Bank, National Association is a federally chartered institution. Fifth Third Bancorp is the indirect parent company of Fifth Third Bank and its common stock is traded on the NASDAQ® Global Select Market under the symbol “FITB.” Investor information and press releases can be viewed at www.53.com.

In this special crossover episode, ESG Talk and Off The Books dive into the long-awaited SEC climate disclosure rule. Jonathan Gregory of The Hershey Company and Alan Wilson of WilmerHale and hosts Steve Soter, Mandi McReynolds, and Andie Wood discuss what the new requirements mean for practitioners, investors, and the future of financial and ESG reporting.

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Abbott

What’s in: Prioritizing your health

What’s out: Forgetting about preventive health.

When it comes to the ins and outs of knowing the connections between diabetes and heart disease, it can be confusing. People with diabetes have a higher risk of heart disease because of their chronic disease1 — but there are things you can do to protect the heart.

Here is our “In and Out” list that can help guide what you do to lower your risk for heart disease if you or a loved one have diabetes.

What’s in: Using continuous glucose monitoring (CGM) to watch your glucose levels.

Glucose levels and heart disease risk go hand in hand.

Continuous glucose monitors like our FreeStyle Libre CGM systems can help you watch patterns in your levels over time and take action to stabilize them in the moment. If you’re living with diabetes, understanding glucose level trendlines is important for your health journey — especially when data suggests you’re twice as likely to be diagnosed with heart disease compared with people who don’t have diabetes.1

If a person’s glucose levels are constantly high, the heart’s blood vessels and nerves can be damaged.1

In comes a CGM. You can see your glucose levels, including where it has been and where it could go, throughout the day with this type of biowearable. As you move and eat, a CGM helps you watch out for when there is a sharp increase called a glucose spike — and how often that spike happens. If there’s a noticeable pattern, CGM users can share* their CGM data with their healthcare provider (which our FreeStyle Libre systems do through LibreView in select countries**) to determine if there are any lifestyle changes that can help and if any tests are recommended.

Take Beth Marcello, for example. Beth is a retired teacher and mother who was diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes and lives with heart failure. She started using the FreeStyle Libre and Abbott’s CardioMEMS HF System and has had a much easier time managing her health.

“For me, my health is a numbers game. Looking at the numbers on my FreeStyle Libre app — which I check often — allows me to make better decisions about what and when I eat,” she said. “That in turn, impacts my heart health and my CardioMEMS numbers.”

“What’s great is that not only can I make smarter decisions about what I do every day, but my doctors share this information, making the care I get very personal and connected.”

What’s out: Not planning out how you eat.

“You can eat that?”

Diabetes stigma remains prevalent as people continue to misunderstand that diabetes doesn’t dictate a specific diet. Aim for healthy, balanced meals — the same advice applies to everyone.

And on top of having healthy, balanced meals, be purposeful about how you navigate your plate. According to a 2022 study, people with Type 2 diabetes who ate vegetables before eating carbohydrates saw an improvement in their average glucose levels when followed up with at the five-year mark.2

“Lifestyle changes for people with diabetes, like trying out food sequencing, don’t have to be overcomplicated,” said Dr. Mahmood Kazemi, divisional vice president, Diabetes Care, Abbott. “Continuous glucose monitoring helps draw the connections between what’s on a plate and how glucose levels are affected — and that benefits the diabetes management journey because informed decisions can happen. The goal is to help people with diabetes demystify the patterns in their glucose trendline over time since every body is different.”

It’s no secret that balancing a plate with leafy greens, whole grains and protein-rich foods can help protect against heart disease. But by considering how you eat in addition to what, you can better stabilize your glucose levels, which in turn decreases your risk of heart disease.3

What’s in: Getting active — starting with a walk.

There’s no question that being active is good for you.

However, 39% of adults with diabetes reported being physically active, compared to 58% of adults without diabetes, according to a U.S. survey.4 If getting moving feels daunting, consider starting small and try going for a walk. According to a study that compared walking for 30 minutes at any time of the day to walking 10 minutes after three main meals a day, the latter option may be more ideal to help reduce blood glucose levels.5

Steadily increasing your walking time better protects against heart disease. Research that followed people living with Type 2 diabetes over eight years found that people who walked at least two hours a week had a 34% lower heart disease mortality rate compared with people that were sedentary.6

Take the first step by purposefully incorporating a walk after every meal. Eventually, you’ll be able to consider moving up to other physical activities that can also help with diabetes and heart disease, such as resistance training.7

What’s out: Not setting up time to speak with your healthcare provider.

It’s important to make time to connect with your healthcare provider each year — especially to check in about your ABCs:1

Get an A1C test, which is a simple blood test that measures your average blood glucose levels over the past three months. Your doctor can help define what your target range should be.Have your blood pressure checked.Check your cholesterol levels to ensure they’re not too high.Talk about any smoking habits that can impact your risk level.

If you have any questions about how to change your routine based on what your CGM is revealing about your glucose levels, an appointment is a great opportunity to walk through the data, talk about your current habits and plan for any changes that could help decrease your risk for heart disease.

What’s in: Protecting your heart.

What’s out: Avoiding change — this is the year you make lifestyle changes to take control of your health.

These materials are not intended to replace your doctor’s advice or information. For any questions or concerns you may have regarding the medical procedures, devices and/or your personal health, please discuss these with your physician.

The testimonial relays an account of an individual’s response to the treatment. This patient’s account is genuine, typical, and documented. However, it does not provide any indication, guide, warranty or guarantee as to the response other persons may have to the treatment. Responses to the treatment discussed can and do vary and are specific to the individual patient.

* The user’s device must have internet connectivity for glucose data to automatically upload to LibreView.

** The LibreView data management software is intended for use by both patients and healthcare professionals to assist people with diabetes and their healthcare professionals in the review, analysis and evaluation of historical glucose meter data to support effective diabetes management. The LibreView software is not intended to provide treatment decisions or to be used as a substitute for professional healthcare advice.

References

1Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2022, June 20). Diabetes and your heart. https://www.cdc.gov/diabetes/library/features/diabetes-and-heart.html

2Nitta, A., Imai, S., Kajiayama, S., Matsuda, M., Miyawaki, T., Matsumoto, S., Kajiyama, S., Hashimoto, Y., Ozasa, N., & Fukui, M. (2022). Impact of dietitian-led nutrition therapy of food order on 5-year glycemic control in outpatients with type 2 diabetes at primary care clinic: retrospective cohort study. Nutrients, 14(14), 2865. https://doi.org/10.3390/nu14142865

3American Diabetes Association Professional Practice Committee. (2023, December 11). 5. Facilitating positive health behaviors and well-being to improve health outcomes: Standards of care in Diabetes – 2024. https://doi.org/10.2337/dc24-S005

4Morrato, E.H., Hill, J.O., Wyatt, H.R., Ghushchyan, V., & Sullivan, P.W. (2007). Physical activity in U.S. adults with diabetes and at risk for developing diabetes, 2003. Diabetes Care, 30(2), 203-209. https://doi.org/10.2337/dc06-1128  

5Reynolds, A.N., Mann, J.I., Williams, S., & Venn, B.J. (2016). Advice to walk after meals is more effective for lowering postprandial glycaemia in type 2 diabetes mellitus than advice that does not specify timing: a randomised crossover study. Diabetologia, 59(1), 2572-2578. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00125-016-4085-2

6Gregg, E.W., Gerzoff, R.B., Caspersen, C.J., Williamson, D.F., & Narayan, K.M.V. (2003). Relationship of walking to mortality among US adults with diabetes. Arch Intern Med, 163(12), 1440-1447. https://doi.org/10.1001/archinte.163.12.1440

7Michielsen, M., Raats, E.N.I.D., Bos, G., De Wilde, C., Decorte, E., & Cornelissen, V. (2023). Effect of resistance training on HbA1c and other cardiovascular risk factors in patients with type 2 diabetes: a systematic review and meta-analysis of randomized controlled trials. European Journal of Preventive Cardiology, 30(1). https://doi.org/10.1093/eurjpc/zwad125.206

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Failure to use FreeStyle Libre systems as instructed in labeling may result in missing a severe low or high glucose event and/or making a treatment decision, resulting in injury. If glucose reading and alarms (if enabled) do not match symptoms or expectations, use a fingerstick value from a blood glucose meter for treatment decisions. Seek medical attention when appropriate or contact Abbott at 855-632-8658 or FreeStyleLibre.us for safety info.

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CARDIOMEMS HF SYSTEM

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Brief Summary: Prior to using these devices, please review the Instructions for Use for a complete listing of indications, contraindications, warnings, precautions, potential adverse events and directions for use.

CardioMEMS™ HF System Indications and Usage: The CardioMEMS HF System is indicated for wirelessly measuring and monitoring pulmonary artery pressure and heart rate in NYHA Class II or III heart failure patients who either have been hospitalized for heart failure in the previous year and/or have elevated natriuretic peptides. The hemodynamic data are used by physicians for heart failure management with the goal of controlling pulmonary artery pressures and reducing heart failure hospitalizations.

Contraindications: The CardioMEMS™ HF System is contraindicated for patients with an inability to take dual antiplatelet or anticoagulants for one month post implant.

CardioMEMS™ HF System Potential Adverse Events: Potential adverse events associated with the implantation procedure include, but are not limited to, the following: air embolism, allergic reaction, infection, delayed wound healing, arrhythmias, bleeding, hemoptysis, hematoma, nausea, cerebrovascular accident, thrombus, cardiovascular injury, myocardial infarction, death, embolization, thermal burn, cardiac perforation, pneumothorax, thoracic duct injury and hemothorax.

myCardioMEMS™ Mobile App Limitations: Patients must use their own Apple‡ or Android‡ mobile device to receive and transmit information to the myCardioMEMS™ Mobile App. To do so the device must be powered on, app must be installed and data coverage (cellular or Wi-Fi‡) available. The myCardioMEMS™ App can provide notification of medication adjustments and reminders, requests for lab work and acknowledgment that the PA pressure readings have been received. However there are many internal and external factors that can hinder, delay, or prevent acquisition and delivery of the notifications and patient information as intended by the clinician. These factors include: patient environment, data services, mobile device operating system and settings, clinic environment, schedule/configuration changes, or data processing.

Teck Resources Limited (TSX: TECK.A and TECK.B, NYSE: TECK) (“Teck”) announced today the release of our 23rd annual Sustainability Report, highlighting our performance in 2023 and progress in key areas including climate and nature. 
 
“At Teck, we are committed to responsibly producing the critical minerals the world needs to create a low-carbon future,” said Jonathan Price, President and CEO. “Teck is working to further strengthen our sustainability performance, including setting a goal of net zero Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions across our operations by 2050, and being one of the first mining companies to commit to supporting a nature positive future by 2030.”    
 
Teck’s approach to responsible mining is underpinned by a long-term sustainability strategy, which sets out goals in the areas of Health and Safety, Climate Change, Circularity, Our People, Water, Tailings Management, Communities and Indigenous Peoples, and Biodiversity and Closure.  
 
2023 Sustainability achievements included: 

Conserved or restored an additional 37,900 hectares in 2023, for a total of almost 52,000 hectares conserved since we launched our Nature Positive goal in 2022.  Provided over $32 million to support local communities and Indigenous Peoples for programs focusing on nature, climate, community wellness, education, and equity. Invested $388 million through procurement from Indigenous businesses. Announced agreements with shipping companies NORDEN, Canadian Pacific Kansas City and Oldendorff Carriers intended to reduce CO2 emissions in our steelmaking coal supply chain through innovative technology, in line with our ambition to achieve net-zero Scope 3 emissions by 2050. Achieved capacity to treat 77.5 million litres of water per day at our steelmaking coal operations as part of the Elk Valley Water Quality Plan. Focused on environmental responsibility at our expanded Quebrada Blanca (QB) Operations, including securing 100% renewable power, and implementing the first large-scale use of desalinated seawater in place of freshwater for mining in the Tarapacá Region of Chile.

 
Teck’s 2023 Sustainability Report and Annual Report are available on our website. Other reports available from Teck including our Economic Contribution Report and the TCFD-aligned Climate Change Outlook 2021 report, are also available on the Disclosure Portal. 
 
In 2023, our Trail Operations became the first stand-alone zinc processing facility to achieve Zinc Mark verification under the Copper Mark program and, in February 2024, our Red Dog Operations was awarded the Zinc Mark. Our QB and Carmen de Andacollo Operations also achieved Copper Mark in 2023, in recognition of environmentally and socially responsible production practices. As a result, all of Teck’s managed base metals operations are now verified and recognized through Copper Mark for strong environmental and social performance.   
 
In 2023, Teck was named to the S&P Dow Jones Sustainability World Index in 2023 for the 14th consecutive year, indicating we are in the top 10 percent of the largest 2,500 companies in the S&P Global Broad Market Index based on long-term economic, environmental, and social criteria. Additionally, Teck was recognized as one of the 2023 Global 100 Most Sustainable Corporations by Corporate Knights, maintained its AA rating from MSCI, and was recognized by Morningstar Sustainalytics as an ESG Industry Top-Rated company.  
 
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These forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements relating to long- and short-term sustainability goals and strategy, including statements relating to our commitment to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions, our commitment to become a nature positive company by 2030, including our intention to conserve or rehabilitate at least three hectares for every one hectare affected by mining activities, the actions we intend to take to achieve those commitments, and the expected impact or effect of those actions; and our expectation of reduced CO2 emissions in our steelmaking coal supply chain for shipments handled by NORDEN, Canadian Pacific Kansas City, and Oldendorff Carriers.
 
The forward-looking statements in this report are based on a number of assumptions that are inherently uncertain and difficult to predict, including but not limited to expectations and assumptions concerning: the development, availability, performance and effectiveness of technologies needed to achieve our sustainability goals and priorities; the availability of clean energy sources and zero-emissions alternatives for transportation on reasonable terms; performance of new technologies in accordance with our expectations; the availability of land or other opportunities for conservation, rehabilitation, or capacity building in appropriate locations on commercially reasonable terms and the ability to obtain any required external approvals or consensus for such opportunities; our ability to achieve our nature positive and biodiversity goals and the longer term impacts of those goals and strategies on our business; our ability to achieve our climate and nature positive goals and the longer term impacts of those goals on our business; environmental compliance costs generally; and assumptions regarding the development of our business generally and general economic conditions.  
 
Factors that may cause actual results to vary include, but are not limited to actual climate change and biodiversity consequences, adequate technology not being available on adequate terms, unavailability of land or other opportunities for conservation, rehabilitation or capacity building on commercially reasonable terms or inability to obtain any required external approvals or consensus for such opportunities; changes in laws and governmental regulations or enforcement thereof that impact our operations or strategy, and changes in commodity prices or general economic conditions. We caution you that the foregoing list of important factors and assumptions is not exhaustive. Other events or circumstances could cause our actual results to differ materially from those estimated or projected and expressed in, or implied by, our forward-looking statements.   
 
Inherent in forward-looking statements are risks and uncertainties beyond our ability to predict or control.  Further information concerning risks, assumptions and uncertainties associated with these forward-looking statements and our business can be found in our most recent Annual Information Form filed under our profile on SEDAR+ (www.sedarplus.ca) and on EDGAR (www.sec.gov) under cover of Form 40-F, as well as subsequent filings that can also be found under our profile. We assume no obligation to update forward-looking statements except as required under securities laws. 
 
About Teck
As one of Canada’s leading mining companies, Teck is committed to responsible mining and mineral development with major business units focused on copper, zinc, and steelmaking coal. Copper, zinc and high-quality steelmaking coal are required for the transition to a low-carbon world. Headquartered in Vancouver, Canada, Teck’s shares are listed on the Toronto Stock Exchange under the symbols TECK.A and TECK.B and the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol TECK. Learn more about Teck at www.teck.com or follow @TeckResources.
 
Investor Contact:
Fraser Phillips
Senior Vice President, Investor Relations & Strategic Analysis
604.699.4621
fraser.phillips@teck.com
 
Media Contact:
Chris Stannell
Public Relations Manager
604.699.4368
chris.stannell@teck.com

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