Trace3 is committed to driving a sustainable future through the application of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles by upholding and promoting high standards of corporate responsibility within our sphere of influence. We recognize the importance of respecting and protecting human rights as outlined in international standards and laws, including the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, the UN Global Impact, and the UN Sustainable Developmental Goals. Our definition of corporate social responsibility includes the human rights elements of environmental impacts and supply chain, as well as social concerns for our people, partners, clients, and communities.
This policy reflects our commitment to conducting business in a manner that reduces our environmental footprint, respects the dignity, diversity, and equality of all individuals, and reflects our strong culture of ethics and integrity, guided by corporate governance practices that promote transparency and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations where we do business.
Trace3 is committed to making a positive impact on the environment by measurably tracking and reducing our company’s carbon footprint, reducing the amount of waste our company produces, and increasing our environmental and sustainability knowledge.
Trace3 recognizes the significance of investing in the growth and development of our employees and the communities we serve. Trace3 is committed to creating an inclusive ecosystem within the technology industry that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and provides equal opportunities for all participants.
Trace3 is committed to building a culture of trust and transparency, aligning organizational strategies with social and environmental responsibilities. Trace3’s ESG Executive Steering Committee is chaired by the Chief Operating Officer and is supported by a cross-functional team that oversees the different areas of our ESG strategy.
Trace3 has a shared responsibility for protecting the environment and minimizing the impact of our daily decisions. While we have always encouraged sustainability here at Trace3, our new written Environmental Policy showcases our dedication and actions to reduce our environmental impact.
EcoVadis has grown to become the world’s largest and most trusted provider of business sustainability ratings, and the world’s economy looks to CDP as the gold standard of environmental reporting, so Trace3 is incredibly proud to participate in both questionnaires on an annual basis. We continue to participate in the K-Cycle K-Cup Pod Recycling Program and utilize Organic and Recycling Waste Collection Services. As well, we partner with Comprenew and other e-waste pick-up services to refurbish and reuse retired electronic devices and annually participate in local Earth Day initiatives. Trace3 also communicates our progress towards our sustainable development goals company-wide via our quarterly Business Services & Sustainability newsletter.
In 2023, Trace3 was awarded a Bronze medal in recognition of sustainability achievement from the EcoVadis Sustainability Ratings Assessment and achieved a Sustainability Certificate from Switch for using 100% Renewable Energy within the Switch ecosystem.
To ensure our environmental sustainability, wherever possible, Trace3 will always promote the following initiatives:
To learn more about our sustainability goals, read Sustainability Goals below.
To assist with reporting on our GHG emissions, the utilization of the Watchwire sustainability and energy management tool aids in utility tracking at our facilities across the country. For all our Trace3 facilities, we’ve historically gravitated towards LEED or Energy Star certified buildings whenever possible. We continue to work directly with the landlords of these buildings and have them provide us with proof of these certifications and their documented environmental programs.
In addition to supporting our own goal of reducing Trace3carbon emissions, our products and services, continued investment in the transformation toward cloud computing, virtual server expansion, and energy-efficient methods for data backup and purging enable our customers to be more energy efficient, ultimately supporting their climate change strategies.
To further support our sustainability goals, in addition to tracking electric, gas and water utilities through Watchwire as we have since it’s implementation, this year we will be adding waste tracking for any facilities where this is an option. This would include tracking the weight of used K-Cups through the Keurig K-Cycle program, e-waste pick-ups, and cardboard recycling.
We, as an organization, are fully cognizant of both our imprint on the world and our opportunity toward its environmental sustainability. Thus, we set forth the following goals to make a marked difference in this regard:
The future depends on the meaningful work we do for our people and our planet. Our long-standing mission at Trace3 is to lift and secure the lives of our clients, employees, partners, and ultimately our communities. We believe that is a responsibility of a thriving business and its employees, which is why we developed Trace3Cares.
Trace3Cares is a unique program designed to engage our diverse team of more than 1200 employees in addressing both local and regional societal issues through a “none of us is stronger than all of us,” approach. It is our goal to maintain and grow a culture that is focused on working together to make the world a healthier more united place.
We’re proud to recognize the time, money, and resources our team donates to fulfill real community needs through various initiatives, including:
At Trace3, operating with integrity, transparency, and accountability is how we consistently uphold our core values to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients, partners, people, and communities. Operating with integrity entails upholding high moral and ethical standards in all business dealings, fostering trust among stakeholders. Transparency involves clear and accessible communication, ensuring that relevant information is shared openly to our people and relevant stakeholders. We promote accountability, encouraging our people to take responsibility for their actions and decisions, thereby fostering a culture of ownership and responsiveness. Embracing this code of conduct contributes to the long-term success and sustainability of the company. In essence, a commitment to operating with integrity, transparency, and accountability establishes a solid foundation for effective corporate governance, fostering a culture of trust and ethical leadership.
