Initiatives
Programs
Carbon Disclosure Project
For the past three years, Molson Coors Brewing Company has participated in the Carbon Disclosure Project, an independent not-for-profit organization aiming to create a lasting relationship between shareholders and corporations regarding the implications for shareholder value and commercial operations presented by climate change. Its goal is to facilitate a dialogue, supported by quality information, from which a rational response to climate change will emerge.
In the United States, Coors has joined the Environmental Protection Agencys Climate Leaders, an industry-government partnership that works with companies to develop long-term comprehensive climate change strategies. Partners set a corporate-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goal and inventory their emissions to measure progress. By reporting inventory data to EPA, partners create a lasting record of their accomplishments. Partners also identify themselves as corporate environmental leaders and strategically position themselves as climate change policy continues to unfold. Partners also identify themselves as corporate environmental leaders as climate change policy unfolds.
EPA Climate Leaders
In the United States, Coors has joined the Environmental Protection Agencys Climate Leaders, an industry-government partnership that works with companies to develop long-term comprehensive climate change strategies. Partners set a corporate-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction goal and inventory their emissions to measure progress. By reporting inventory data to EPA, Partners create a lasting record of their accomplishments. Partners also identify themselves as corporate environmental leaders and strategically position themselves as climate change policy continues to unfold.
The Carbon Trust
Coors Brewers Limited is participating in The Carbon Trust, a private company funded by the United Kingdom government. The role of the Carbon Trust is to help the UK move to a low carbon economy by helping business and the public sector reduce carbon emissions now and capture the commercial opportunities of low carbon technologies.
Our company is an active member of the Beverage Industry Water Stewardship Roundtable. Formed in August 2006, the objective of this working group of global beverage companies is to advance industry leadership in the realm of water stewardship. The work of the Roundtable is based upon five shared principles:
- Conservation - Water efficiency is fundamental to operational excellence
- Watershed - Water is a limited and shared resource
- Community - Community involvement is essential
- Partnerships - Partnerships lead to more effective water management
- Supply Chain - Supply chain engagement is a critical element of water stewardship
The Roundtable meets on a regular basis with efforts focused upon industry-wide benchmarking, development of best practice guidance and peer-to-peer dialogue.
Partnerships
In the United States, we have developed partnerships with a number of environmental organizations who share our values. We support these groups through a combination of contributions, sponsorships, employee board involvement and volunteer support. Following are some of the organizations we have invested resources.
Clear Creek Watershed Foundation
The mission of the Clear Creek Watershed Foundation (CCWF), located in Idaho Springs, Colorado, is to promote sustainable natural resource management throughout the entire watershed and serve as a model for the arid mountain west. The focus of CCWF is water quality and water quantity management and protecting and enhancing headwaters, water storage, conveyance and wetlands.
Shenandoah Valley Pure Water Forum
The Shenandoah Valley Pure Water Forum promotes activities addressing water quality issues and environmental education in the Shenandoah River watershed. It brings together under one umbrella a diverse group of community interests, including representatives from Valley citizen conservation groups, local and state governments, business and industry, agriculture, educators, conservation and planning districts, and others.
National Forest Foundation
The National Forest Foundation (NFF) engages in conservation efforts directed toward improving the health and diversity of national forests and grasslands. Throughout the 192-million-acre national forest system, the NFF facilitates collaboration, innovation, and local community involvement in forest stewardship projects that include watershed restoration, wildlife habitat improvement, recreation management, and reducing the potential for devastating wildfires.
In April 2008 National Forest Foundation awarded Coors Brewers for their leadership in conserving and enhancing Colorado’s forests. Learn more
National Recycling Coalition
The National Recycling Coalition (NRC) is the largest national nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement and improvement of recycling, waste prevention, composting, and reuse. NRC provides leadership and consensus building on important recycling issues, develops meaningful partnerships with corporate, government, and nonprofit leaders, advocates for recycling programs at the local, state, and federal levels, offers education and networking opportunities.
Colorado Association for Recycling
The Colorado Association for Recycling (CAFR) is committed to advancing economic, political and social conditions that minimize waste and maximize resource reuse. CAFR is an affiliate of the National Recycling Coalition. Its vision is to be recognized and respected for its expertise in the resource recovery industry, political efficacy and educational resources.
Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado
Volunteers for Outdoor Colorado (VOC) partners with land managers across Colorado to address high-priority needs. VOC-led volunteers have built or restored hundreds of miles of trail, eradicated thousands of acres of weeds and planted tens of thousands of trees scrubs and plants. VOC projects have the reputation for being highly organized and efficient. Project teams provide technical assistance, help plan logistical details and manage project day activities.