W.W. Grainger, Inc. (NYSE: GWW), a leading broad line distributor of maintenance, repair and operating (MRO) products serving businesses and institutions, has released its 2024 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report, titled “Focusing on What Matters—We Keep The World Working.” The report highlights the company’s commitment to its five focus areas: environmental stewardship, diversity and inclusion, workplace safety, customer solutions, and community engagement.
Grainger’s CEO, D.G. Macpherson, emphasizes the company’s dedication to being a responsible steward for its employees, customers, shareholders, and the environment. The report details Grainger’s efforts to support its customers’ sustainability goals through a curated offering of products and services, including environmentally friendly options and solutions for resource management.
The company’s Diversity Solutions program helps customers meet their diversity goals through a strategic combination of products, services, and diversity expertise, including a vetted network of diverse suppliers, resellers, and service providers. Grainger is committed to reducing its environmental impact, having achieved a 31% reduction in its global absolute Scope 1 & Scope 2 emissions since 2018, exceeding its previous 2030 target. The company has updated its 2030 target to a 50% reduction in Scope 1 & 2 emissions, aiming to achieve this through investments in solar energy, hydrogen fuel cell technology, and building management systems.
Grainger prioritizes creating an equitable and inclusive workplace for its team members. This includes building inclusive principles into daily operations, from hiring and onboarding to training and development. The company sponsors eight Business Resource Groups to support diverse perspectives and foster a welcoming environment.
Grainger takes pride in its safety expertise and integrates its Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) program into all aspects of its business. The company emphasizes safe people, processes, environments, and product handling for operations worldwide. In 2023, Grainger conducted over 42,000 safety observations in the U.S. to assess workplace conditions and ensure alignment with its EHS priorities.
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W.W. Grainger, Inc. is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Europe, and Asia. The company serves over 4.5 million customers worldwide with products delivered through innovative technology and deep customer relationships. With 2023 sales of [amount], the company operates two business models: High-Touch Solutions and Endless Assortment. For more information, visit [website address].
