TRINITY, LLC's Climate Report

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Introduction *

Commitment and Targets *

Own Emissions *

Value Chain Emissions *

(optional)

Climate Solutions *

(optional)

Management, Strategy and Climate Risk *

(optional)

Results, Challenges and Outlook *

Version 1.1.0

Introduction *

1.1 Reporting year

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2024

1.1.1 Reporting period

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from 10.2023 to 9.2024

1.2 Describe your business activities

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TRINITY has been in business since 2001 - 23yrs. We have extensive experience in manufacturing merchandising fixtures for major Retailers as well as Brands across many important categories--Cosmetics/Beauty, Automotive, Electronics, Jewelry, Lighting, Interactive, etc. Our functional expertise covers everything from design, engineering, prototype, production, warehousing, distribution, installation and customer service; we have a robust IT platform to help manage all the various clients\' projects.

1.4 Number of employees in the reporting year

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101

1.4.1 Full-time equivalent (FTE) or headcounts

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Full-time equivalent

1.5 Let us know if your company is a parent company or subsidiary

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Parent company

Commitment and Targets *

2.1 Net zero target year

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2035

2.1.1 Base year

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2023

2.2 Near-term target

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100% of absolute total emission reduction from my base year by 2035

2.3 Provide any additional comments or context on your net zero and near term targets.

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Below are the approaches that our company takes in striving for a net-zero emissions. 1. Energy Efficiency Improvements • Upgrade Equipment: Invest in energy-efficient machinery and lighting. • Conduct Energy Audits: Regularly assess energy use and identify areas for improvement. 2. Renewable Energy Adoption • Switch to Renewables: Transition to solar, wind, or other renewable energy sources for operations. • Purchase Green Energy: Buy renewable energy credits (RECs) to offset energy use. 3. Sustainable Materials Sourcing • Use Recycled Materials: Prioritize recycled or sustainably sourced raw materials. • Supplier Engagement: Collaborate with suppliers who follow sustainable practices. 4. Waste Reduction Strategies • Implement Circular Economy Practices: Design products for reuse, recycling, or upcycling. • Zero Waste Initiatives: Aim for zero waste in manufacturing processes by recycling and composting. 5. Carbon Offsetting • Invest in Carbon Offsets: Support projects that capture carbon emissions, such as reforestation or renewable energy projects. 6. Sustainable Transportation • Optimize Logistics: Improve supply chain efficiency to reduce transportation emissions. • Electrify Fleet: Transition to electric or hybrid vehicles for company transport. 7. Employee Engagement and Training • Promote Sustainable Practices: Educate employees about sustainability goals and practices. • Encourage Innovation: Create programs for employees to propose sustainability initiatives. 8. Set Measurable Targets • Establish Clear Goals: Define specific, measurable short-term and long-term sustainability targets. • Regular Monitoring: Track progress against targets and adjust strategies as needed. 9. Community and Stakeholder Engagement • Collaborate with Local Communities: Partner with local organizations to support sustainability initiatives. • Transparency and Reporting: Share progress and challenges with stakeholders to build trust and accountability. 10. Investment in Research and Development • Innovate for Sustainability: Invest in R&D for new technologies and processes that enhance sustainability.

Own Emissions *

3.1 To reduce emissions in line with my commitment, my company has a plan and is taking action

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Yes

Energy consumption

3.2 Total energy consumption

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415714 kwh

3.3 Renewable energy

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35972 kwh

Scope 1 emissions

3.4 Scope 1 emissions

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187 metric tons CO2e

Scope 2 emissions

3.5 Location based scope 2 emissions

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187 metric tons CO2e

3.6 Market based scope 2 emissions

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15 metric tons CO2e

3.7 Describe your plans and actions taken to reduce scope 1 & 2 emissions.

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Our plan as a company is to reduce our carbon footprint by 10% every year. Our goal is to reach a net zero emissions achievement by 2035.

3.8 Describe the calculation methodology and comment on the data accuracy, including any tools/methods used to calculate.

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We use tools such as calculators from EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) to convert our data.

Value Chain Emissions (optional) *

Scope 3 emissions

Supply chain related - upstream emissions

Customer related - downstream emissions

4.2 Have you asked any of your suppliers to set a net zero target (either voluntarily or as a requirement)?

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Yes

4.2.1 What percentage of your suppliers have you asked?

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15 of spend

4.3 Have you communicated your commitment and actions to any of your customers?

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Yes

4.4 Describe the calculation methodology and comment on the data accuracy and any tools used to calculate your scope 3 emissions.

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We receive information from our clients pertaining to the matter. This information is then gathered into our on system and calculated to receive our final results.

Climate Solutions (optional) *

5.1 Do you classify any of your existing goods and/or services as a climate solution?

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Yes

Management, Strategy and Climate Risk (optional) *

6.1 What governance processes do you have in place for your climate strategy? Choose as many as are applicable.

*

Other (please specify)

6.1 Explain

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This task is driven by a team within our company

6.2 Have you started to identify and assess your companies climate risks and opportunities?

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Yes - we have identified both climate risks and opportunities

6.2.1 Where are the climate risks you've identified?

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Own operations

6.2.2 How are you managing these climate risks? Choose as many as are applicable.

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We’ve quantified the amount and percentage of assets or businesses activities vulnerable to climate risk

6.3 Have you integrated climate and/or nature into your company mission statement or shareholder agreements? If yes, describe how.

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Yes

Yes, we have. As a company we are involved with other groups and movements that promotes and influence various organizations like ours to form a mission statement involving climate and nature.

Results, Challenges and Outlook *

7.1 Provide any additional comments or context on your annual results and progress from previous years.

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Our goal has been since working with SME Climate Hub to improve every year. We are doing that!

7.2 Do you face any key challenges in reducing emissions?

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Limited control over energy use in buildings,Insufficient policies or government incentives,Limited influence over suppliers

7.3 Has there been any third party validation of the data submitted in this report?

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No

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TRINITY, LLC's Climate Report

TRINITY, LLC's Climate Report - 2024

Introduction *

1.1 Reporting year

*

2024

1.1.1 Reporting period

*

from 10.2023 to 9.2024

1.2 Describe your business activities

*
TRINITY has been in business since 2001 - 23yrs. We have extensive experience in manufacturing merchandising fixtures for major Retailers as well as Brands across many important categories--Cosmetics/Beauty, Automotive, Electronics, Jewelry, Lighting, Interactive, etc. Our functional expertise covers everything from design, engineering, prototype, production, warehousing, distribution, installation and customer service; we have a robust IT platform to help manage all the various clients\' projects.

1.4 Number of employees in the reporting year

*
101

1.4.1 Full-time equivalent (FTE) or headcounts

*
Full-time equivalent

1.5 Let us know if your company is a parent company or subsidiary

*
Parent company

Commitment and Targets *

2.1 Net zero target year

*
2035

2.1.1 Base year

*
2023

2.2 Near-term target

*

100% of absolute total emission reduction from my base year by 2035

2.3 Provide any additional comments or context on your net zero and near term targets.

*
Below are the approaches that our company takes in striving for a net-zero emissions. 1. Energy Efficiency Improvements • Upgrade Equipment: Invest in energy-efficient machinery and lighting. • Conduct Energy Audits: Regularly assess energy use and identify areas for improvement. 2. Renewable Energy Adoption • Switch to Renewables: Transition to solar, wind, or other renewable energy sources for operations. • Purchase Green Energy: Buy renewable energy credits (RECs) to offset energy use. 3. Sustainable Materials Sourcing • Use Recycled Materials: Prioritize recycled or sustainably sourced raw materials. • Supplier Engagement: Collaborate with suppliers who follow sustainable practices. 4. Waste Reduction Strategies • Implement Circular Economy Practices: Design products for reuse, recycling, or upcycling. • Zero Waste Initiatives: Aim for zero waste in manufacturing processes by recycling and composting. 5. Carbon Offsetting • Invest in Carbon Offsets: Support projects that capture carbon emissions, such as reforestation or renewable energy projects. 6. Sustainable Transportation • Optimize Logistics: Improve supply chain efficiency to reduce transportation emissions. • Electrify Fleet: Transition to electric or hybrid vehicles for company transport. 7. Employee Engagement and Training • Promote Sustainable Practices: Educate employees about sustainability goals and practices. • Encourage Innovation: Create programs for employees to propose sustainability initiatives. 8. Set Measurable Targets • Establish Clear Goals: Define specific, measurable short-term and long-term sustainability targets. • Regular Monitoring: Track progress against targets and adjust strategies as needed. 9. Community and Stakeholder Engagement • Collaborate with Local Communities: Partner with local organizations to support sustainability initiatives. • Transparency and Reporting: Share progress and challenges with stakeholders to build trust and accountability. 10. Investment in Research and Development • Innovate for Sustainability: Invest in R&D for new technologies and processes that enhance sustainability.

Own Emissions *

3.1 To reduce emissions in line with my commitment, my company has a plan and is taking action

*
Yes

Energy consumption

3.2 Total energy consumption

*
415714 kwh

3.3 Renewable energy

*
35972 kwh

Scope 1 emissions

3.4 Scope 1 emissions

*
187 metric tons CO2e

Scope 2 emissions

3.5 Location based scope 2 emissions

*
187 metric tons CO2e

3.6 Market based scope 2 emissions

*
15 metric tons CO2e

3.7 Describe your plans and actions taken to reduce scope 1 & 2 emissions.

*
Our plan as a company is to reduce our carbon footprint by 10% every year. Our goal is to reach a net zero emissions achievement by 2035.

3.8 Describe the calculation methodology and comment on the data accuracy, including any tools/methods used to calculate.

*
We use tools such as calculators from EPA (United States Environmental Protection Agency) to convert our data.

Value Chain Emissions (optional) *

Scope 3 emissions

Supply chain related - upstream emissions

Customer related - downstream emissions

4.2 Have you asked any of your suppliers to set a net zero target (either voluntarily or as a requirement)?

*
Yes

4.2.1 What percentage of your suppliers have you asked?

*
15 of spend

4.3 Have you communicated your commitment and actions to any of your customers?

*
Yes

4.4 Describe the calculation methodology and comment on the data accuracy and any tools used to calculate your scope 3 emissions.

*
We receive information from our clients pertaining to the matter. This information is then gathered into our on system and calculated to receive our final results.

Climate Solutions (optional) *

5.1 Do you classify any of your existing goods and/or services as a climate solution?

*
Yes

Management, Strategy and Climate Risk (optional) *

6.1 What governance processes do you have in place for your climate strategy? Choose as many as are applicable.

*

Other (please specify)

6.1 Explain

*
This task is driven by a team within our company

6.2 Have you started to identify and assess your companies climate risks and opportunities?

*
Yes - we have identified both climate risks and opportunities

6.2.1 Where are the climate risks you've identified?

*
Own operations

6.2.2 How are you managing these climate risks? Choose as many as are applicable.

*

We’ve quantified the amount and percentage of assets or businesses activities vulnerable to climate risk

6.3 Have you integrated climate and/or nature into your company mission statement or shareholder agreements? If yes, describe how.

*

Yes

Yes, we have. As a company we are involved with other groups and movements that promotes and influence various organizations like ours to form a mission statement involving climate and nature.

Results, Challenges and Outlook *

7.1 Provide any additional comments or context on your annual results and progress from previous years.

*
Our goal has been since working with SME Climate Hub to improve every year. We are doing that!

7.2 Do you face any key challenges in reducing emissions?

*

Limited control over energy use in buildings,Insufficient policies or government incentives,Limited influence over suppliers

7.3 Has there been any third party validation of the data submitted in this report?

*

No

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