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Recent progress
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Water usage intensity reduced 16% YOY
As of Dec. 31, 2023, Allegion reduced its water usage intensity by 16% compared to our 2020 baseline year123. By 2030, we aim to use 20% less water than we did in 2020.
In our ESG Goals & KPIs section, you’ll find year-over-year data for both normalized data and the actual volume of water used. While volume may vary due to factors such as production output, active hours or the number of sites we operate, normalized data allows us compare "apples-to-apples."
1 Data is normalized to hours worked. To the extent actual hours worked are not available for any full-time employee, an average of 40 hours per week is used.
2 Actual environmental impact numbers for 2020 and 2021 have been adjusted based on an internal audit completed in 2023. The adjustments did not have a significant impact on reported "Environmental Impact (Normalized)" percentages other than for waste to landfill where percentage change from 2021 to 2020 baseline went from 3% to 1%. Water usage was originally reported at 103.5 mil. and 98.3 mil. gallons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; GHG was originally reported at 100.6 metric and 99.6 metric tons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; waste to landfill was originally reported at 4.3 mil. and 4.4 mil. pounds for 2020 and 2021 respectively and electricity used was originally reported at 113.3 mil. and 115.5 mil. KwH for 2020 and 2021 respectively.
3 Where actual data is not collected, calculations assume an average of 15 gallons (or 57 litres) of water used per employee per workday.
GHG emissions intensity (Scope 1,2) reduced by 30%
As of Dec. 31, 2023, Allegion reduced its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions intensity (Scope 1 and Scope 2) by 30% compared to our 2020 baseline year1247. By 2030, we aim to achieve a 40% reduction in GHG emissions intensity for Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions. In 2024, Allegion increased its GHG emission intensity (Scope 1 and Scope 2) target from 25% to 40% based on continued improvements in its operations.
Allegion aims to achieve carbon neutral emissions globally by 2050, and we support the UN Sustainable Development Goal to take urgent action on climate change. We know that some communities need time to build necessary energy infrastructure to make this vision a reality. In the meantime, our company is pursuing incremental improvement targets, including meeting Allegion’s electricity needs with carbon-free electricity by 2030 (that is, the energy is produced by a non-fossil fuel source that generates no carbon emissions), and achieving carbon neutrality at 50% of our current sites by 2035.
1 Data is normalized to hours worked. To the extent actual hours worked are not available for any full-time employee, an average of 40 hours per week is used.
2 Actual environmental impact numbers for 2020 and 2021 have been adjusted based on an internal audit completed in 2023. The adjustments did not have a significant impact on reported "Environmental Impact (Normalized)" percentages other than for waste to landfill where percentage change from 2021 to 2020 baseline went from 3% to 1%. Water usage was originally reported at 103.5 mil. and 98.3 mil. gallons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; GHG was originally reported at 100.6 metric and 99.6 metric tons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; waste to landfill was originally reported at 4.3 mil. and 4.4 mil. pounds for 2020 and 2021 respectively and electricity used was originally reported at 113.3 mil. and 115.5 mil. KwH for 2020 and 2021 respectively.
4 Calculation includes all scope 1 and 2 emissions except for the company vehicle fleet. Where actual data is not collected, assumes an average of 2,000 BTU of gas usage and 0.6 Kilowatt-hours ("KwH") of electricity usage per square footage per month for warehouse locations and 2,700 BTU of gas usage and 1.5 KwH of electricity usage per square footage per month for office type locations. Calculations showing metric tons rely upon estimates pursuant to the U.S. EPA greenhouse gas equivalencies calculator. The 2022 results include 10,000 purchased Emission Free Energy Credits (EFEC).
7 Data does not include fleet fuel usage, one-time activities not associated with manufacturing or distribution, any metrics associated with the field service activities for Stanley Access Technologies, to the extent applicable. In addition, data associated with the manufacturing activies of Stanley Access Technologies is included in 2023 values, but 2020 baseline data has not been adjusted.
Waste diversion rate 87%
The waste diversion rate from landfill is an essential metric for evaluating environmental performance because it reflects an organization's commitment to sustainability and resource conservation. Waste diversion reduces the environmental impact associated with waste disposal, such as greenhouse gas emissions; soil and water pollution; and depletion of natural resources.
By measuring waste diversion rate, organizations can track their progress in reducing waste generation and promoting circular economy principles. It encourages the implementation of effective waste management strategies, such as source reduction, recycling programs and alternative treatment initiatives. Additionally, a high-waste diversion rate demonstrates a commitment to responsible waste management practices, which can enhance an organization's reputation and stakeholder trust.
Overall, the waste diversion rate serves as a valuable indicator of environmental performance, highlighting an organization's efforts to minimize its ecological footprint and contribute to a more sustainable future.
1 Data is normalized to hours worked. To the extent actual hours worked are not available for any full-time employee, an average of 40 hours per week is used.
2 Actual environmental impact numbers for 2020 and 2021 have been adjusted based on an internal audit completed in 2023. The adjustments did not have a significant impact on reported "Environmental Impact (Normalized)" percentages other than for waste to landfill where percentage change from 2021 to 2020 baseline went from 3% to 1%. Water usage was originally reported at 103.5 mil. and 98.3 mil. gallons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; GHG was originally reported at 100.6 metric and 99.6 metric tons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; waste to landfill was originally reported at 4.3 mil. and 4.4 mil. pounds for 2020 and 2021 respectively and electricity used was originally reported at 113.3 mil. and 115.5 mil. KwH for 2020 and 2021 respectively.
5 Where actual data is not collected, calculations assume an average of 40 lbs. (18 kilograms) of non-hazardous waste per employee per month. The 2020 and 2021 waste to landfill results were adjusted based on an internal audit conducted in 2023, resulting in a change in the 2021 comparison to baseline year 2020 and it has been adjusted from +3% to +1%. In 2023, Allegion transitioned to Waste Diversion Rate as it believes it is a better measurement for assessing its progress on measuring waste reduction. Allegion will continue to report waste to landfill for continuity purposes.
7 Data does not include fleet fuel usage, one-time activities not associated with manufacturing or distribution, any metrics associated with the field service activities for Stanley Access Technologies, to the extent applicable. In addition, data associated with the manufacturing activies of Stanley Access Technologies is included in 2023 values, but 2020 baseline data has not been adjusted.
Percentage of electricity carbon-free is 26%
At Allegion, we’ve more than quadrupled our use of electricity from carbon-free sources since 2020. Of all electricity used at Allegion’s sites, 26% came from carbon-free sources in 2023, up from 4% in 20201267.
A growing number of Allegion sites, including production and assembly facilities, now meet all their electricity needs with carbon-free energy. By the end of 2022, four sites had fully transitioned to carbon-free electricity: Veenendaal, Netherlands; Birmingham, England; Perrysburg, Ohio; and Snoqualmie, Washington. In 2023, three additional sites joined the list: Allegion New Zealand; McKenzie, Tennessee; and Cincinnati, Ohio.
These sites have partnered with clean energy utility companies and are now operating on 100% carbon-free electricity, resulting in significant cost reductions and the conversion of millions of kilowatt hours to clean energy annually.
1 Data is normalized to hours worked. To the extent actual hours worked are not available for any full-time employee, an average of 40 hours per week is used.
2 Actual environmental impact numbers for 2020 and 2021 have been adjusted based on an internal audit completed in 2023. The adjustments did not have a significant impact on reported "Environmental Impact (Normalized)" percentages other than for waste to landfill where percentage change from 2021 to 2020 baseline went from 3% to 1%. Water usage was originally reported at 103.5 mil. and 98.3 mil. gallons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; GHG was originally reported at 100.6 metric and 99.6 metric tons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; waste to landfill was originally reported at 4.3 mil. and 4.4 mil. pounds for 2020 and 2021 respectively and electricity used was originally reported at 113.3 mil. and 115.5 mil. KwH for 2020 and 2021 respectively.
6 Where actual data is not collected, calculations assume an average of 0.6 KwH of electricity usage per square footage per month for warehouse locations and 1.5 KwH of electricity usage per square footage per month for office type locations.
7 Data does not include fleet fuel usage, one-time activities not associated with manufacturing or distribution, any metrics associated with the field service activities for Stanley Access Technologies, to the extent applicable. In addition, data associated with the manufacturing activies of Stanley Access Technologies is included in 2023 values, but 2020 baseline data has not been adjusted.
ISO 14001:2015 certified 32% of sites
Allegion recognizes the positive impact that increasing and improving our environmental management systems has on operations. As of Dec. 31, 2023, 32% of our principal production, assembly and distribution sites are ISO 14001:2015 certified. This means they’re in compliance with an international standard for occupational health and safety issued by the International Organization for Standardization. By 2030, we aim to increase the number of those sites that are certified by 50%.
Named 2024 winner of 2 Seal awards
Allegion has been honored with two 2024 SEAL Business Sustainability Awards for environmental initiatives. SEAL, which stands for sustainability, environmental achievement and leadership, is an environmental advocacy organization that honors leadership through its business sustainability awards and environmental journalism awards. We were recognized for two projects that reduce our environmental impact: a logistics reconfiguration that reduces cargo shipments to one of our U.S. distribution centers in Kansas and a major glass recycling initiative at our Technical Glass Products (TGP) facility in Washington that manufactures fire-rated glass for commercial applications.
1 Data is normalized to hours worked. To the extent actual hours worked are not available for any full-time employee, an average of 40 hours per week is used.
2 Actual environmental impact numbers for 2020 and 2021 have been adjusted based on an internal audit completed in 2023. The adjustments did not have a significant impact on reported "Environmental Impact (Normalized)" percentages other than for waste to landfill where percentage change from 2021 to 2020 baseline went from 3% to 1%. Water usage was originally reported at 103.5 mil. and 98.3 mil. gallons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; GHG was originally reported at 100.6 metric and 99.6 metric tons for 2020 and 2021 respectively; waste to landfill was originally reported at 4.3 mil. and 4.4 mil. pounds for 2020 and 2021 respectively and electricity used was originally reported at 113.3 mil. and 115.5 mil. KwH for 2020 and 2021 respectively.
3 Where actual data is not collected, calculations assume an average of 15 gallons (or 57 litres) of water used per employee per workday.
4 Calculation includes all scope 1 and 2 emissions except for the company vehicle fleet. Where actual data is not collected, assumes an average of 2,000 BTU of gas usage and 0.6 Kilowatt-hours ("KwH") of electricity usage per square footage per month for warehouse locations and 2,700 BTU of gas usage and 1.5 KwH of electricity usage per square footage per month for office type locations. Calculations showing metric tons rely upon estimates pursuant to the U.S. EPA greenhouse gas equivalencies calculator. The 2022 results include 10,000 purchased Emission Free Energy Credits (EFEC).
5 Where actual data is not collected, calculations assume an average of 40 lbs. (18 kilograms) of non-hazardous waste per employee per month. The 2020 and 2021 waste to landfill results were adjusted based on an internal audit conducted in 2023, resulting in a change in the 2021 comparison to baseline year 2020 and it has been adjusted from +3% to +1%. In 2023, Allegion transitioned to Waste Diversion Rate as it believes it is a better measurement for assessing its progress on measuring waste reduction. Allegion will continue to report waste to landfill for continuity purposes.
6 Where actual data is not collected, calculations assume an average of 0.6 KwH of electricity usage per square footage per month for warehouse locations and 1.5 KwH of electricity usage per square footage per month for office type locations.
7 Data does not include fleet fuel usage, one-time activities not associated with manufacturing or distribution, any metrics associated with the field service activities for Stanley Access Technologies, to the extent applicable. In addition, data associated with the manufacturing activies of Stanley Access Technologies is included in 2023 values, but 2020 baseline data has not been adjusted.
CDP reports
The CDP is a not-for-profit organization that runs the global disclosure system for investors, companies, cities, states and regions to manage their environmental impacts. Visit the CDP website to view our climate change and water reports.
Conflict minerals
Learn more about Allegion's efforts to responsibly source materials on our Conflict Minerals page. There, you can also access and download our Conflict Minerals Report.
EHS policy
Allegion is proactive in environmental, health and safety (EHS) management, promoting workplace safety, managing energy and resource consumption, and reducing environmental waste.
Materials traceability
Allegion's goal is to design products with awareness of environmental impact and collaborate with our supply chain to source responsibly. We expect all our suppliers to meet or exceed these same regulations and standards.
Sustainable building
Allegion supports architects and building owners in creating environmentally safe and sustainable structures. See more on LEED, the Living Building Challenge and other sustainability organizations.
