Caliber Collision

At a Glance

Industry

Automotive

Project Types

Sustainability and Energy Management Strategy, Zero Emission Vehicles, Freight and Logistics

Year

2023

Location

Lewisville, TX

Summary

Gibson Ofremu examined all emissions spanning Caliber Collision’s facilities, assets, and supply chain and identified strategic opportunities for emissions reductions.

Goals

Caliber Collision is focused on formalizing and advancing its sustainability initiatives while improving environmental practices. Their objective is to position themselves as leaders in sustainability within their industry and effectively address critical material issues identified through a materiality assessment.

In pursuit of this goal, they have enlisted Gibson Ofremu, to enhance the environmental aspects of their sustainability program.

Solutions

Following an exhaustive examination of emissions spanning facilities, assets, and the value chain, Gibson formulated a strategy aimed at ensuring first that Caliber was accounting for all relevant portions of its emissions, and based on this data, identifying opportunities and strategies for reducing its emissions.

These recommendations were divided into two primary focal points: Within its control (comprising Energy Utilization Management, LED lighting retrofit, Energy-efficient paint booths, and the transition from ICE to BEV) and those amenable to our influence (involving supplier chain partners).

Potential Impact

  • Implementing an Energy Utilization Management Program: Allows proactive energy management and emissions reduction by identifying and mitigating energy inefficiencies.
  • LED Lighting Retrofit: It cuts electricity usage and emissions while saving costs.
  • Transitioning the leased fleet to BEV: By reducing direct emissions from its vehicle fleet, Caliber demonstrates its commitment to environmental stewardship and mitigates its impact on air quality, while concomitantly working to decrease Scope 1 emissions and portraying itself as a responsible industry player.
  • A transition to 100% Renewable Energy Sourcing: This strategic move would result in a greener energy footprint, support the fight against climate change, and project a positive image to stakeholders who value responsible business practices. 
  • Supplier’s decarbonization efforts is a win-win situation. Reducing emissions benefits the environment and suppliers' reputation, competitiveness, and cost savings.
  • Enhancing the waste recycling program: These types of efforts highlight the vital role that waste recycling plays in ensuring that auto body repair operations are conducted in an environmentally responsible and sustainable manner.

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