WesTrac reveals new ESG initiatives driving its sustainable equipment

Leading Cat® dealer WesTrac has revealed a series of new ESG (environmental, social and governance) initiatives as part of the company’s long-term commitment to becoming a more sustainable equipment provider.

From adding a new Sustainability Badge to sustainable machinery, equipment and technology, to improving recycling across the country, the new processes play a vital role in minimising WesTrac’s environmental impact.

 

Sustainability Badge implementation

WesTrac’s new Sustainability Badge helps customers easily identify the company’s more sustainable machinery, equipment and technology offerings.

This includes the range of Cat XE models which offer a reduction in fuel consumption and emissions, compared to earlier models.

The green badge represents nature, growth and renewal, and enforces WesTrac’s commitment to Building Better Together – the Company’s revised sustainability theme.

Improved recycling processes

WesTrac has identified improved recycling processes including a more efficient way to recycle plastics, cardboard, and wood within the facility.

This includes the rollout of new waste compaction technology designed to improve efficiency and reduce collection intervals, with positive results achieved.

At the Guildford warehouse in WA, the introduction of cardboard and plastic balers, a wood crusher and continuous bag stands have resulted in significantly higher amounts of material being recycled.

The plastic bag stands have reduced waste bag usage by 60% and approximately 1.5t of plastic is now being recycled per month.

WesTrac is also working with its suppliers to reduce plastics in wrappings and is also rolling out

circular economy initiatives such as repurposing retired IT equipment and a return and recycle program for used duo seal rings.

 

Setting bold targets

As outlined in the company’s Sustainability Plan – Toward 2030, released last year and featuring enhanced ESG outcomes, the Plan identifies 10 material issues and includes tailored

roadmaps for each.

Among these is a goal of achieving net zero scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 and an interim target of 30% reduction by 2026.

Substantial technological advances – including fast-tracking development of automation and electrification solutions – are making meaningful contributions to this goal.

WesTrac is also aiming to achieve 25% female participation across the business by 2025, with a future focus of having a 50:50 gender split for apprenticeship program enrolments.

The national participation rate is currently 20% and the company has embraced a number of initiatives to further support the 25% target, including a female mentorship program incorporating clear career development opportunities.

Earlier this year, WesTrac saw the largest intake of female apprentices enter the business, a rate of 35% in WA and 25% in NSW.

Building Better Together takes root

With WesTrac’s commitment to helping customers achieve their own ESG objectives and

reduce emissions through product advancements and solutions, the six principles in

Building Better Together communicates these goals more succinctly to customers, stakeholders and the wider community.