Builders FirstSource Releases Inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility Report
May 24th, 2022 by EditorBuilders FirstSource, Inc., a national supplier of structural building products, has published its inaugural Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report. The report offers an overview of the comprehensive initiatives and programs the company has implemented, which it says are to improve transparency and sustainability throughout the organization for the betterment of its team members, shareholders and partners.
The report details the steps the company has taken to improve corporate governance, financial strength, operational efficiency, environmental stewardship, community engagement and resource management.
“At Builders FirstSource, we pride ourselves on using our scale and resources to build a more sustainable future for all of our stakeholders,” said Dave Flitman, president and CEO of Builders FirstSource. “We are proud of our efforts on this front and are committed to doing even more going forward as part of our mission to be a responsible and trusted partner for our communities and planet. Our CSR report provides an overview of the actions we have taken to become a better corporate steward for all, and we are pleased to report on our progress in this regard for the first time. It’s an honor to lead this incredible organization, and I am energized by the opportunities that exist to further strengthen our social impact.”
Highlights from the Builders FirstSource inaugural CSR report include reports on overall team members, such as workplace injuries, training on topics such as diversity, equity and inclusion, and charitable contributions. The report also discusses the company’s relationship with the environment, to include the use of sustainable forestry, material waste and the risks it poses to the environment, company-related vehicle use and the associated emissions, as well as energy and power usage.
Builders FirstSource intends to publish an updated CSR report on an annual basis.