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assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|1|0 | TRAIN_306 | 1 | 0 | <START 1> RESHAPING PLASTICS 2 0 2 2 E S G R E P O R T <1 END> |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|2|0 | TRAIN_306 | 2 | 1 | <START 2> Table of Contents 3. OVERVIEW 3. CEO Message 4. Introducing our New Corporate Strategy 6. 2022 ESG Highlights 7. About NOVA Chemicals 9. About This Report 11. Our ESG Priorities 12. Contributions to Society 13. How We Create Value 14. ENVIRONMENT 15. Plastic Circular Economy 22. Climate Car... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|3|0 | TRAIN_306 | 3 | 2 | <START 3> Dear Stakeholders, The theme of our 2022 Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Report is “Reshaping Plastics.” Plastics remain an integral part of our daily lives with multitudes of benefits to humanity across various applications that enable availability of safe, fresh food, healthcare sup... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|3|1 | TRAIN_306 | 3 | 2 | o strong safety performance with a best-ever overall combined recordable injury rate of 0.23 and an injury-free run rate of over 1.3 million work hours at our flagship project in Sarnia, Ontario to build our second world-class Advanced SCLAIRTECHTM technology facility. Through the launch of our innovati... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|3|2 | TRAIN_306 | 3 | 2 | ompany towards a more sustainable future. Our talented team, focused on the vision to be the leading sustainable polyethylene producer in North America, will unlock new possibilities, fuel growth, and create value for our customers, employees, and communities. Together we will impact the future of our... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|4|0 | TRAIN_306 | 4 | 3 | <START 4> of our polyethylene sales by volume to come from recycled content Lead the development of and transition to a circular economy of plastics, with Be at the forefront in our industry for decarbonization by reducing Scope 1 and 2 CO2e emissions under operational control by from 2020 lev... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|5|0 | TRAIN_306 | 5 | 4 | <START 5> To contribute to reduced waste and emissions and promote a circular economy, NOVA Chemicals recently launched SYNDIGO recycled polyethylene (rPE), a new portfolio of resins made from 100% post-consumer recycled content. Among our innovative new product offerings are ASTUTE plastomer resins that ex... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|5|1 | TRAIN_306 | 5 | 4 | 2030 and are exploring new advanced recycling technologies to create high-quality, high-performance, recycled and recyclable, low carbon plastics for premium applications. Our 2030 aspirations are a part of our larger ambitions to achieve net-zero Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 2050. NOVA Chemicals’ roadma... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|6|0 | TRAIN_306 | 6 | 5 | <START 6> REINFORCING OUR COMMITMENT TO ESG We joined the United Nations Global Compact (UNGC) confirming our support to its Ten Principles in the areas of Human Rights, Labor, Environment and Anti-Corruption supported by our annual disclosure using its Communication on Progress. CONTINUING OUR ST... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|6|1 | TRAIN_306 | 6 | 5 | tation Safety Pinnacle Award 2022 for our zero non-accident releases (NARs) performance. • American Chemistry Council (ACC) Sustainability Leadership Award for External Collaborator awarded to Closed Loop Partners for its collaboration with NOVA Chemicals, LyondellBasell and Dow to establish the C... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|7|0 | TRAIN_306 | 7 | 6 | <START 7> About NOVA Chemicals NOVA Chemicals develops and manufactures ethylene and polyethylene for plastic products and packaging that are essential to making everyday life healthier and safer. Our company is headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, Canada, and has manufacturing operations in Alberta and O... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|8|0 | TRAIN_306 | 8 | 7 | <START 8> NOVA CHEMICALS’ CURRENT LOCATIONS 2022 Company Changes and Major Project Updates • In 2022, we established NOVA 2030: Our Roadmap to Sustainability Leadership which we announced early in 2023. As part of NOVA 2030, we announced sector-leading aspirations to drive the circular economy for plast... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|9|0 | TRAIN_306 | 9 | 8 | <START 9> About This Report We have reported our non-financial performance since the publication of our first sustainability report in 2014. This Environment, Social, and Governance (ESG) report is our ninth annual report. NOVA Chemicals publishes its ESG and financial reports on an annual basis covering January ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|10|0 | TRAIN_306 | 10 | 9 | <START 10> Scope of This Report • Unless otherwise noted, this report covers performance for the calendar year 2022, with historical data dating back to 2018. • We report environmental data based on our operating control (i.e., we report 100% of the environmental impacts of our operated facilities reg... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|10|1 | TRAIN_306 | 10 | 9 | ort covers performance for NOVA Chemicals and its subsidiaries covered in our consolidated financial statements. The terms NOVA Chemicals, our, we, the company, and the corporation refer to NOVA Chemicals Corporation and its subsidiaries as a whole. • To reflect the October 2020 divestiture of our expand... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|11|0 | TRAIN_306 | 11 | 10 | <START 11> These topics are of global concern and interest to our stakeholders. Priority topics are core to our business strategy and business performance, and are supported by our strategic ambitions. We provide the most extensive disclosure on these topics. PRIORITY T O P I C S These topics reflect th... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|12|0 | TRAIN_306 | 12 | 11 | <START 12> Contributions to Society We believe that sustainability and Responsible Care standards must be at the core of everything we do. Working on the ESG aspects of our business supports our purpose of reshaping plastics for a better, more sustainable world, and also contributes to solutions for specific glo... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|12|1 | TRAIN_306 | 12 | 11 | e institutions through our ethics programs in our company and supply chain. Air Emissions Water Waste Employee and Contractor Safety Process Safety Product Safety Transportation Safety Ethics Responsible Supply Chain Governance Social Environment 12 <12 END> |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|13|0 | TRAIN_306 | 13 | 12 | <START 13> Input Output Business Activities ENVIRONMENTAL • 100 million GJ energy • 33 million GJ natural gas, natural gas liquids, and other hydrocarbons • 36 million cubic meters (m3) of water • ~2,500 employees • >2,000 suppliers • ~400 customers ECONOMIC • $830 million in capital expenditures •... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|14|0 | TRAIN_306 | 14 | 13 | <START 14> I N T H I S S E C T I O N Plastic Circular Economy 15 Climate Care 22 Air Emissions 28 Waste 30 Water 32 We are dedicated to fostering innovation to advance the plastic circular economy, while also prioritizing decarbonization efforts throughout our organization. We strive to promote sustain... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|15|0 | TRAIN_306 | 15 | 14 | <START 15> We work collaboratively with partners across the value chain to develop products that will build a circular economy for plastics through design, use, and recycling. To accompany our new NOVA 2030 strategy and set new industry standards for driving the transition to a circular economy of plastics... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|15|1 | TRAIN_306 | 15 | 14 | ies. • Designing for Better Recyclability: By designing products for better recyclability, we are also able to drive the circular economy. We focus on high performance resins that enable replacement of non-recyclable packaging. Designing these high- performance resins enables packaging optimization and ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|16|0 | TRAIN_306 | 16 | 15 | <START 16> SYNDIGO rPE resins are designed to support our commitment to reduce plastic waste from packaging, to help our customers' decarbonization aspirations, and to set new industry standards for advancing the transition to a plastic circular economy. SYNDIGO resins offer highly versatile design fle... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|16|1 | TRAIN_306 | 16 | 15 | -leading solutions for the plastic circular economy. These new products represent significant milestones in NOVA Chemicals' new strategy and serve as critical proof points for how we will achieve our circular packaging and recycled content ambition. In 2023, NOVA Chemicals formed NOVA Circular Solutions,... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|17|0 | TRAIN_306 | 17 | 16 | <START 17> We launched the ASTUTE brand of high-performance, all-PE plastomer resins in October 2022. The ASTUTE brand includes ASTUTE QPsK905 resin and ASTUTE QHsK908 resin. These plastomer resins are an essential step forward in designing packaging for recyclability. We leverage our proprietary Advanced SC... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|18|0 | TRAIN_306 | 18 | 17 | <START 18> Design for Recyclability Resins OUR PRODUCT PORTFOLIO includes SURPASS TX150-A resin for BOPE, HPs267-AB for material replacement and downgauging, the ASTUTE resins to make mono-material flexible packaging, and our Ready-to-Recycle resins that withstand multiple recycling processes. 1 4 6 2 R... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|18|1 | TRAIN_306 | 18 | 17 | pplications. Developments like BOPE-HD are critical to achieving plastic industry commitments. We are working with a leading biaxially oriented tenter frame line manufacturer, to accelerate the development and commercialization of this technology and are collaborating with various biaxially oriented film prod... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|19|0 | TRAIN_306 | 19 | 18 | <START 19> Collaborating to Prevent Plastic Waste NOVA Chemicals is an inaugural Knowledge Partner of the Canada Plastics Pact (CPP). The CPP is a multi-stakeholder, industry-led collaborative group that consists of members across the plastics value chain. Partners of the CPP share a vision of creating a circ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|19|1 | TRAIN_306 | 19 | 18 | data to inform solutions to plastic pollution and to encourage stewardship in local communities. The initiative grew significantly this year and now boasts more than 90 collaborators, adding several new participating sites in Canada and expanding into the U.S. where new plastic capture technologies are being pilo... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|20|0 | TRAIN_306 | 20 | 19 | <START 20> SUPPORT FOR POLICY SOLUTIONS NOVA Chemicals is a member of the ACC and CIAC. In addition to our 2030 ambitions, we continue to support the North American plastics industry’s goals. rPE SUPPLY We provide customers with multiple grades of rPE from mechanical recycling sources. COLLABORATION We ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|21|0 | TRAIN_306 | 21 | 20 | <START 21> 2022 Activities RECYCLED POLYETHYLENE BUSINESS To enable the NOVA 2030 strategy and our ambition to achieve 30% of our polyethylene sales from recycled content, we created NOVA Circular Solutions to focus on lower emission, recycled solutions to support the growing demand for recycled plasti... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|21|1 | TRAIN_306 | 21 | 20 | lin completed a capital project, partially financed by NOVA, to supply rPE for use in food packaging applications. Sales of this product will begin in 2023. EXPANSION OF HDPE RESINS We introduced our new specialized High Density Polyethylene (HDPE) resin technology for machine direction oriented (MDO) ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|22|0 | TRAIN_306 | 22 | 21 | <START 22> Climate Care NOVA Chemicals is striving towards our 2030 and 2050 decarbonization ambitions through our actionable roadmap for emissions reductions. Today, we are at the investigation and development stages. We manage the key climate related physical and transition risks and opportunities of our busi... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|22|1 | TRAIN_306 | 22 | 21 | ns of NOVA Chemicals’ average virgin resin production. Our focus to improve the circularity of polyethylene will achieve lower life cycle GHG emissions in the use of the polyethylene products we sell and we will reduce the emissions of our recycled content business in accordance with our 2030 and 2050 G... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|23|0 | TRAIN_306 | 23 | 22 | <START 23> DECARBONIZATION Our Roadmap to 2030 and Beyond Refer to Actioning our Decarbonization Roadmap to learn more. Note: This chart is illustrative of NOVA’s decarbonization projects in investigation. NOVA has made no and does not make any commitment as to these projects by way of this chart. 2020 TOTAL EM... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|24|0 | TRAIN_306 | 24 | 23 | <START 24> Climate-related Risks and Opportunities NOVA Chemicals strives to enhance our resilience to risks associated with climate change. In 2022, we initiated a climate- related risks and opportunities assessment in line with the recommendations of the TCFD. We identified and prioritized risks and op... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|24|1 | TRAIN_306 | 24 | 23 | sing policy-driven limitations on plastic usage and/or single-use plastics. Alongside emerging policies, we are observing a shift in consumer preferences due to increasing awareness of climate change and plastic waste. Consumers are trending toward choosing brands that have environmentally sustainable p... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|24|2 | TRAIN_306 | 24 | 23 | Emergency Response Plans and water collection and treatment facilities at our manufacturing sites. Climate Scenario Analysis We conduct climate scenario analyses to identify and evaluate the impact of potential climate-related risks and opportunities across our business to inform our climate- related decis... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|25|0 | TRAIN_306 | 25 | 24 | <START 25> Management Approach: Actioning Our Decarbonization Roadmap The decarbonization strategy is supported by a roadmap of GHG opportunities identified at all of NOVA Chemicals' operating locations. Efficiency improvements: We look for opportunities to make equipment upgrades and process improveme... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|25|1 | TRAIN_306 | 25 | 24 | technologies: A key area of focus for our forward-looking decarbonization strategy is the pursuit of emerging technologies, such as our proprietary LEEP technology under development. We continue to engage with industry and academia to evaluate new and innovative technologies that have the potential to f... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|26|0 | TRAIN_306 | 26 | 25 | <START 26> 2022 GHG Emissions Scope 1, 2 & 3; (MT CO2e) Upstream Activities Downstream Activities Reporting Company How We Generate GHG Emissions The vast majority of our GHG emissions (~99%) are CO2 from combustion, with the remainder composed of methane and nitrous oxide. Our operations generate ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|26|1 | TRAIN_306 | 26 | 25 | distribution Transportation and distribution Business travel Leased assets Leased assets Company vehicles Company facilities Employee commuting Scope 3 Indirect Scope 3 Indirect Scope 1 Direct Scope 2 Indirect Purchased electricity, steam, heating & cooling for own use Investm... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|27|0 | TRAIN_306 | 27 | 26 | <START 27> 2022 Activities DEVELOPING OUR CLIMATE CARE STRATEGY AND DECARBONIZATION ROADMAP In 2022, we continued development of our roadmap to drive decarbonization which we announced in early 2023. As a next step towards progress, NOVA Chemicals recently entered into a long-term Virtual Power Purchas... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|27|1 | TRAIN_306 | 27 | 26 | as a result of reduced production. Due to lower production, our emissions intensity has increased by 5% during the same time period. In general, as NOVA Chemicals increases production, there is a corresponding increase in GHG emissions. Our assets are most efficient when running at full capacity, and high emittin... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|28|0 | TRAIN_306 | 28 | 27 | <START 28> Management Approach: How We Manage Air Emissions We measure air quality through the concentration of air pollutants such as oxides of nitrogen (NOx), sulfur dioxide (SO2), volatile organic compounds (VOCs), hazardous air pollutants (HAPs), and particulate matter (PM). Air emissions are region... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|28|1 | TRAIN_306 | 28 | 27 | ents to reduce the rate of NOx emissions from some of our boilers and heaters in Ontario. Air Emissions Preserving regional air quality is essential to being a good neighbor and protecting the quality of the environment and the health of our employees and community members. WHY IS IT IMPORTANT FOR US TO MA... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|29|0 | TRAIN_306 | 29 | 28 | <START 29> 2022 Activities ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAM MANUAL To support our efforts to align with RC14001® certification, a management system standard that combines elements of Responsible Care and ISO® 14001, we began developing the corporate Environment Program Manual. This manual describes the various meth... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|30|0 | TRAIN_306 | 30 | 29 | <START 30> How We Manage Operational Waste A variety of waste streams are produced from our manufacturing processes. The scrap polyethylene we produce is fully recyclable and is used by other companies as a raw material to create final plastic products. The majority of our waste consists of unusable by-... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|30|1 | TRAIN_306 | 30 | 29 | ur sites and in our supply chain. OUR AMBITION We aim to maintain our annual performance of zero plastic pellet loss to the environment from our facilities. What does our ambition mean? Zero plastic pellet loss means that no resin pellets are spilled to the environment during NOVA Chemicals' manufacturi... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|31|0 | TRAIN_306 | 31 | 30 | <START 31> WASTE (TONNES) 2022 Non-hazardous waste 32,760 Non-hazardous waste reused 21,510 Hazardous waste 95,840 Hazardous waste recycled 29 Spent lime/phosphate is a by-product of our water treatment process at the Joffre facility and represents our largest non-hazardous waste stream. This was... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|31|1 | TRAIN_306 | 31 | 30 | lity. Notable efforts we made in 2022 included completing the Opportunity List Assessment and Ranking for one of our Joffre polyethylene plants, installing cleanup tools and equipment at our Joffre facility, incorporating OCS into specific operating procedures, and provided input to the CIAC on auditing m... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|31|2 | TRAIN_306 | 31 | 30 | cement. Alumina has rapid hardening properties and enhances cement for marine construction, sewer infrastructure, and structural concrete applications. Some of our sites generate spent lime/phosphate by-product which is a recyclable waste stream. Our Joffre, Alberta, site makes this material available for us... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|32|0 | TRAIN_306 | 32 | 31 | <START 32> Management approach: How We Manage Water Use and Quality Water is essential in our manufacturing processes, especially in cooling and generating steam. We withdraw the water we require for our industrial processes from the St. Clair, Red Deer, and Mississippi rivers. A multi-disciplinary team ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|32|1 | TRAIN_306 | 32 | 31 | gorous testing and treatment process aligned with regulatory requirements and environmental standards. UNDERSTANDING WATER AVAILABILITY Availability of water fluctuates across the different regions in which our manufacturing facilities operate, which poses challenges in determining water use priorities an... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|33|0 | TRAIN_306 | 33 | 32 | <START 33> 2022 Activities We made progress on several major initiatives in 2022, including: ENHANCED WATER RISK ASSESSMENT In 2022, we completed a Water Body Risk Assessment to progress our understanding of water risks. The review used water risk indicators based on the World Resources Institute Aqueduct... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|33|1 | TRAIN_306 | 33 | 32 | ide and hydrocarbons with residual emissions. Through the project we also converted a tank to serve as extra water storage in the event of storm surges, plant incidents and off-spec effluent water. We expect to see several operational benefits from these upgrades including a reduction in air emissions f... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|34|0 | TRAIN_306 | 34 | 33 | <START 34> At NOVA Chemicals, we are working toward a more inclusive working environment, and we continue to advance the development and well-being of our people. We have a responsibility to ensure the safety of our employees, contractors and visitors, customers who handle and use our products, and communities n... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|35|0 | TRAIN_306 | 35 | 34 | <START 35> A workforce that fosters diversity and builds engagement and a sense of belonging helps to attract and retain top talent and improve overall business performance. We recognize that there are many aspects of diversity and we are beginning our initiatives with age, gender, race, sexual orientati... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|36|0 | TRAIN_306 | 36 | 35 | <START 36> Management Approach: How We Foster Inclusion and Diversity At NOVA Chemicals we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and equitable culture and achieving diverse representation in our workforce. Our I&D Strategy establishes clear aspirations and expectations for creating an inclusive and div... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|36|1 | TRAIN_306 | 36 | 35 | progress. Key features of our structure include: a. Our Inclusion and Diversity Council which consists of 12 employee volunteers who provide insights to executive and human resource leadership to help build diversity and a sense of belonging for all employees. See page 38 for details. b. The Business Cond... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|37|0 | TRAIN_306 | 37 | 36 | <START 37> 2022 Activities EMPLOYEE RESOURCE GROUPS To build our inclusive culture, the I&D Council is involved with our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs). ERGs play an important role in supporting our employees with any challenges they may encounter and making them feel safe, appreciated, and respected as... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|37|1 | TRAIN_306 | 37 | 36 | of our diverse workforce. The census consists of questions around gender, race, disabilities, and sexual orientation. The data we gather from responses will be used to design and implement programs that will better meet the needs of all employees at NOVA Chemicals. This Census is evergreen and can be upda... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|37|2 | TRAIN_306 | 37 | 36 | or leaders and all employees 2 Attract and retain diverse talent • Collaborated with Diversity focused search firms in 2022 to support our attraction efforts 3 Differentiate the employee experience • Assessed benefits coverage and enhanced offerings to be more inclusive of our workforce • Introduced ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|38|0 | TRAIN_306 | 38 | 37 | <START 38> Our Inclusion and Diversity Council In 2021, we launched our I&D program with a three-year plan to enhance our culture, become more inclusive, and increase our diversity. Our I&D Council, which supports management in implementation of this strategy, evolved in 2022 to align champions with key... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|39|0 | TRAIN_306 | 39 | 38 | <START 39> To realize our goals, we are prioritizing the health of our culture and the development of our workforce to enhance our performance. This includes measuring the health of our organization and continuing to provide opportunities for personal and professional growth and training, so that our emp... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|39|1 | TRAIN_306 | 39 | 38 | f work, and performance is made visible. 4 Ownership & Innovation Innovating is core to NOVA Chemicals. We all own and encourage ideas to improve performance. We support and celebrate our learnings from our failures and successes. 5 Talent Development We develop a winning team through challenging experien... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|40|0 | TRAIN_306 | 40 | 39 | <START 40> 2022 Activities IMPROVING ORGANIZATIONAL HEALTH To understand our current state, we conducted our first annual employee survey to measure the health of our organization. We had an 81% participation rate and gathered over 4,500 comments from our employees. The survey results provided an underst... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|40|1 | TRAIN_306 | 40 | 39 | development framework by identifying the capabilities we want to enhance and developing and launching various leadership programs. During the year, we launched the Igniting Your Influence program which is designed for first level leaders to develop their core leadership capabilities such as communication,... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|40|2 | TRAIN_306 | 40 | 39 | PMENT NOVA Chemicals’ Leadership Development programs and supporting framework place leaders into groups based on their leader level and development needs. These groups range from emerging leaders to senior people leaders. Our culture of development enables skill enhancement through a variety of means in... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|41|0 | TRAIN_306 | 41 | 40 | <START 41> Management Approach: How We Promote Health and Well-Being OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH AND PROGRAMS We implement standardized occupational health and programs across all NOVA Chemicals facilities that are compliant with applicable regulations and our standards. Occupational health is embedded throu... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|41|1 | TRAIN_306 | 41 | 40 | ous resources including an Employee and Family assistance program and multi-media educational information from trusted partners. The well-being programs include a digital platform that promotes well-being by allowing employees to set personal goals and track progress, which we refreshed in 2022 to suppo... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|42|0 | TRAIN_306 | 42 | 41 | <START 42> 2022 Activities SAFE RETURN TO WORK Throughout the COVID-19 pandemic we have taken a risk based approach, enabling our Pandemic Advisory Team (PAT) to focus on the key areas of exposure to mitigate impacts to our operations. We continue to take action to protect our employees' health and safet... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|43|0 | TRAIN_306 | 43 | 42 | <START 43> Occupational Safety is a core value that guides everything we do, and we are dedicated to fostering an established safety culture with clear accountabilities and expectations for employees and contractors. Our business success depends on protecting the safety of our employees, contractors, a... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|43|1 | TRAIN_306 | 43 | 42 | nt on safety culture with our contracting partners is supported by regional Contractor Safety Management Committees who oversee our contractor safety program implementation and maintenance. The contractor safety program revisions include updates to prequalification scoring, bid evaluation scoring, stren... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|44|0 | TRAIN_306 | 44 | 43 | <START 44> Each new year we recommit to a focused mindset around managing process and personnel when we engage all employees in our Am I Ready campaign. The theme for the Am I Ready campaign in 2022 was “Goal ZERO is Achievable When We Work Together.” The campaign is a call to action for all employees to... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|44|1 | TRAIN_306 | 44 | 43 | y incident prevention and emerging safety best practices. • Hazard recognition: Hazard identification and correction is an essential part of a safe workplace. We provide hazard recognition training and learning opportunities to help employees better identify and address workplace hazards, including safet... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|45|0 | TRAIN_306 | 45 | 44 | <START 45> 2022 Activities IMPLEMENTED CONTRACTOR SAFETY MANAGEMENT PROGRAM In 2022, we rolled out a new, risk-based contractor safety management program. The program is aligned with the RC14001 system and focuses on establishing risk management processes, clarifying roles and responsibilities, and stand... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|45|1 | TRAIN_306 | 45 | 44 | Events and identifying critical controls. These changes support the identification, prioritization, and mitigation of safety risk gaps, and make our internal assurance function a catalyst in achieving Goal ZERO. The changes also provide independent confirmation of program efficacy to senior leadership and... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|46|0 | TRAIN_306 | 46 | 45 | <START 46> OUR PERFORMANCE Vehicle Incidents Near Hits Safety Interactions Our driving-related incidents (do not include rail or powered mobile equipment) have increased by 33% since 2018, but have decreased 4% since 2021. Employees must complete virtual safe driving training, with refresher training availab... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|46|1 | TRAIN_306 | 46 | 45 | ble Care mindset. Although the reduction in total number of employees as of 2020 resulted in a corresponding reduction in the total number of Safety Interactions, participation rates met or exceeded our internal targets. Our trends show approximately 75% of the interactions are based on safe behaviors and are... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|47|0 | TRAIN_306 | 47 | 46 | <START 47> Management Approach: How We Manage Process Safety Our approach to preventing process safety incidents that could harm people, property, or the environment includes: “LAYERS OF PROTECTION” MANAGEMENT We follow a layered management model to prevent process safety incidents through multiple line... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|47|1 | TRAIN_306 | 47 | 46 | the programs and practices designed to keep us safe. By recognizing when things are not as they should be, we can take action to rectify them and prevent them from happening in the future. To promote a Thoughtful Compliance mindset, we engage in a number of activities focused on improving our safety cul... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|48|0 | TRAIN_306 | 48 | 47 | <START 48> 2022 Activities The following activities enabled us to advance our commitments to both Responsible Care and Process Safety: STREAMLINED OUR APPROACH TO RISK ASSESSMENT We consolidated our risk assessment models into a single risk matrix. This streamlined approach allows for better comparison ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|48|1 | TRAIN_306 | 48 | 47 | ks related to facility operations. In 2023, we will kick off a new initiative to revamp our Field Level Hazard Assessment tool with a group of facility stakeholders, and aim to achieve full implementation in 2024. COLLABORATED WITH INDUSTRY LEADERS In 2022, NOVA Chemicals chaired an industry initiative... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|48|2 | TRAIN_306 | 48 | 47 | 4 (industry guidance) provides classification thresholds based on the nature of the material, release size/rate, and resulting consequences. Typically, Tier 1 events resulted in adverse consequences (most often equipment damage) while Tier 2 events had the potential to result in adverse consequences. 48 <48 END... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|49|0 | TRAIN_306 | 49 | 48 | <START 49> NOVA Process Safety Performance Records It has been over three years since the Geismar site experienced a Tier 1 or Tier 2 Loss of Containment (LOC) event. April 13, 2020, was the last Tier 2 LOC event at Geismar involving hydrocarbons. Further, since 2021 the Geismar site has not experienced ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|49|1 | TRAIN_306 | 49 | 48 | LDAR program, which are monitored for leaks. Through these programs and ongoing commitment to minimizing potential leaks, the site has demonstrated and sustained outstanding Process Safety performance. CASE STUDY OUR PERFORMANCE Process Safety Events Improvements in compliance, assurance, and performance... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|50|0 | TRAIN_306 | 50 | 49 | <START 50> Product Safety Proper management of the health, safety, and regulatory impacts of our products is critical at every stage of the product life cycle — from design and manufacturing, through sales and use, to reuse, recycling, and disposal. OUR AMBITION By 2025, we aim to implement a Sustainable Chemis... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|50|1 | TRAIN_306 | 50 | 49 | am includes: UNDERSTANDING PRODUCT RISK We regularly test our products to ensure safety and suitability for various customer applications. Identification of any potential hazards of our products during their lifecycle are handled through our Product Risk Characterization and Management program. This pro... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|51|0 | TRAIN_306 | 51 | 50 | <START 51> WORKING WITH SUPPLIERS Selecting best-in-class suppliers is a priority for NOVA Chemicals. We engage external partners through our Responsible Care Outreach program to promote Responsible Care values such as safety and environmental stewardship. To ensure our partners are meeting our rigorous t... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|51|1 | TRAIN_306 | 51 | 50 | d upcoming regulatory changes. When required, we consult with industry experts for assistance in monitoring the expanding realm of global chemical and product regulations. In addition, we use tracking systems to avoid the accidental distribution of products that do not meet regulatory requirements. As o... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|52|0 | TRAIN_306 | 52 | 51 | <START 52> 2022 Activities ENHANCED RISK ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY In 2022, NOVA Chemicals instituted a new prioritization methodology to determine high priority products for further risk assessments. The methodology is based upon the International Council of Chemical Associations (ICCA) Guidance on Chemica... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|52|1 | TRAIN_306 | 52 | 51 | frequency levels. CHEMICALS OF CONCERN As a company working in a constantly evolving field, our top priority is to ensure that all decisions regarding product safety and use are based on the latest scientific evidence. To achieve this, we diligently monitor a range of information sources, including regula... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|53|0 | TRAIN_306 | 53 | 52 | <START 53> Management Approach: How We Manage Transportation Safety We use various methods of transportation such as pipelines, rail, trucks, and marine vessels to transport raw materials and feedstocks, intermediate chemicals, and finished products to customers. We rely heavily on external parties to t... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|53|1 | TRAIN_306 | 53 | 52 | implement comprehensive planning, screening, assessment, and audit plans that are aligned with industry regulations and best practices to ensure safe transportation. OUR AMBITION Sustain our performance of zero non-accident releases (NARs) during rail transport through 2025. What does our ambition mean? A NAR... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|54|0 | TRAIN_306 | 54 | 53 | <START 54> Transportation emergency management: Several of the materials we transport are subject to an Emergency Response Assistance Plan, a Canadian regulatory requirement for certain dangerous goods. Our Transport Canada approved Emergency Response Assistance Plan (ERAP) incorporates industry standard... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|54|1 | TRAIN_306 | 54 | 53 | ipments. As part of our Responsible Care Outreach Program, we evaluate all carriers to assign a level of risk (Low/Medium/ High) which determines how often they are reviewed. Using the RiskRate® Due Diligence Management System, carriers are monitored 24/7 and relationship owners are notified automatically ... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|55|0 | TRAIN_306 | 55 | 54 | <START 55> 2022 Activities PRGM 1300 TRANSPORTATION SAFETY AND LOGISTICS To align with regulations and industry best practices for transportation safety, we have comprehensive planning, screening, assessment, and audit plans. In 2022, we developed PRGM 1300 Transportation Safety and Logistics to ensure t... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|55|1 | TRAIN_306 | 55 | 54 | sments (SVAs) help us identify opportunities to improve our overall security as well as our transportation safety. For example, following an SVA recommendation, we developed workplace security awareness training to enhance workers’ familiarity with security issues and make them more aware of their roles... |
assets/TRAIN_TEST_PDFS/TRAIN_306.pdf|56|0 | TRAIN_306 | 56 | 55 | <START 56> Communications • Create opportunities for stakeholder feedback • Continue to consult with directly and potentially impacted stakeholders Employment • Create opportunities to connect the construction workforce with local businesses • Promote local employment and business development opportunities ... |
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Enhancing Retrieval for ESGLLM via ESG-CID -- A Disclosure Content Index Finetuning Dataset for Mapping GRI and ESRS
Usage
from datasets import load_dataset
# document chunks: train/dev/test_gri/test_esrs
documents = load_dataset("esgllm/esg_cid_retrieval", "documents")
# queries (disclosure text): train/dev/test_gri/test_esrs
queries = load_dataset("esgllm/esg_cid_retrieval", "queries")
# training triplets: train/dev
triplets = load_dataset("esgllm/esg_cid_retrieval", "triplets")
# evaluation qrels: test_gri/test_esrs
qrels = load_dataset("esgllm/esg_cid_retrieval", "qrels")
Citation
If you find this dataset useful in your research, please consider citing the following paper:
@misc{ahmed2025enhancingretrievalesgllmesgcid,
title={Enhancing Retrieval for ESGLLM via ESG-CID -- A Disclosure Content Index Finetuning Dataset for Mapping GRI and ESRS},
author={Shafiuddin Rehan Ahmed and Ankit Parag Shah and Quan Hung Tran and Vivek Khetan and Sukryool Kang and Ankit Mehta and Yujia Bao and Wei Wei},
year={2025},
eprint={2503.10674},
archivePrefix={arXiv},
primaryClass={cs.CL},
url={https://arxiv.org/abs/2503.10674},
}
License
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