V2X ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT APPROACH
By prioritizing these efforts, V2X is committed to minimizing waste, reducing energy consumption, decreasing greenhouse gas emissions, and conserving natural resources. Moreover, our environmental management approach is designed to meet and exceed the expectations of all our stakeholders—customers, employees, regulators, and the communities we serve. We understand the importance of demonstrating our environmental stewardship and are dedicated to mitigating any adverse effects of our operations.
Our process starts with our policy and governing documents, identifying aspects of our operations that impact the environment, monitoring and measuring performance, and regularly reviewing and improving the system.
Elements of the Program
Guidance and Policy
Our environmental management approach follows these principles:
- Understand environmental aspects and impacts at the program level
- Manage each aspect in a way that is protective of the environment and human health
- Commit to sustainable practices
- Comply with all environmental regulations and customer requirements
- Ensure that environmental impacts are mitigated to the maximum extent practicable
Pollution Prevention Approach
V2X regularly evaluates operations for opportunities to minimize environmental impact, and we emphasize regulatory compliance and an internal accountability framework to ensure success. Our teams continually review our processes and strive to reduce resource consumption and eliminate potential hazards and exposures. Where potential impacts remain, appropriate control technologies and procedures are implemented and maintained.
We set the following goals as part of our Pollution Prevention Plan:
- Air/Energy: Reduce fuel usage across the enterprise to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
- Materials: Implement acquisition programs aimed at procuring products that are environmentally preferable, energy efficient, or contain post-consumer materials, in collaboration with Supply Chain and supplier management.
- Training: Develop an environmental training program focused on hazard communications, waste minimization and pollution prevention.
- Solid Waste: Reduce solid waste by reducing, reusing, and recycling.
EHS Management System (Environmental Aspects)
Example: Red Hill 2023
Element | Actions |
Identify environmental aspects and impacts | The program participated in the EHS Assessment conducted Apr 2023. During this visit, HQ evaluated the program’s environmental aspects and impacts of their operations. |
Awareness of the environmental policy and management program | The program’s operations follow the provisions of the V2X EHS Policy and have provided a summary of all the actions resulting from their Environmental program. |
Establish environmental goals and objectives and plans to achieve them | The program has established environmental goals and objectives for 2023. These include improvements to the solid waste management program and reducing the use of hazardous materials. |
Procedure to monitor and measure progress | A plan to measure progress has been provided. |
Process to review and improve the system | During annual self-assessment. |
Climate Change Strategy and Goals
As a provider of essential services to the U.S. Government, our company is deeply committed to countering climate change and mitigating its effects on military operations. In response, we have established a climate-focused strategy, aiming to minimize our environmental footprint and foster sustainable practices. The three key pillars of this strategy are:
1. Enhancing Energy Efficiency: We seek to actively reduce energy use where possible, through initiatives like adopting LED lighting, the sue of renewable energy sources, and considering alternative fuel or fuel-efficient vehicles.
2. Waste Management: Our comprehensive program emphasizes waste reduction, segregation, recycling, and composting (where possible) to significantly lower waste generation and maximize landfill diversion.
3. Sustainable Procurement: We prioritize eco-friendly products and services, such as recycled materials and energy-saving appliances, per our Green Procurement Policy.
Climate-Related Risks and Opportunities
Risks
- New, more stringent policies and cost increases
- Compliance
- GHG emissions regulations such as carbon tax.
- Stakeholders seeking more accountability from companies like V2X to disclose environmental impacts
- Heightened awareness of investors how companies manage and mitigate carbon footprint
Opportunities
- Improving energy efficiency will reduce the total energy consumed and the total operating cost
- Opportunity to be an environmental leader for our industry
- Seek new energy alternatives and opportunities to meet our energy usage needs from renewable resources
- Find eco-friendly raw material and suppliers to mitigate product impacts
Innovative Recycling Efforts and Impacts at Camp Arifjan in 2023
Camp Arifjan’s recycling program has demonstrated outstanding achievements in sustainable waste management and resource conservation. The program’s success is evident in its impressive financial and environmental impacts.
Cost Savings: $28,509,140
Cost Avoidance: $9,465,441
Direct Sales: $2,180,157
Finacial Efficiency
In 2023, Camp Arifjan’s recycling efficiency led to significant cost savings and revenue generation. By selling recyclable materials, the program effectively reduced government expenditure, underscoring its fiscal responsibility and efficiency.
Operational Highlights
The program’s operational model focused on reclaiming the Non-Hazardous Solid Waste stream. This includes the recycling and processing of various materials, such as cardboard, plastic bottles, scrap metal, and batteries.
Environmental Impact
The center’s efforts contributed to substantial environmental benefits, including reducing the amount of waste sent to landfills and promoting the reuse of resources.
Waste Reduction and Resource Stewardship at Care Doha, Qatar, in 2023
Our waste reduction initiatives not only conserve precious resources but also translate into tangible cost savings for our clients. In a recent instance, our successful cardboard recycling program at the CARE DOHA, Qatar facility resulted in remarkable improvements in waste management practices while generating substantial cost savings for our client.
V2X Supporting Environmental Compliance at Fort Liberty, NC
The Department of Public Works Environment Branch Fort Liberty successfully executed its Annual Environmental Inspection for the V2X Program from August 23 to 25, 2023. The V2X Fort Liberty Program encompasses 18 areas subject to inspection, with a comprehensive review of 77 items designed to assess adherence to environmental regulations and standards. This rigorous evaluation ensures compliance with directives from the Environmental Protection Agency, the North Carolina Department of Environmental Quality,
U.S. Army Regulation 200-1, and the Fort Liberty Environmental Guide 200-1. Notably, this year marks the third consecutive instance of the program achieving a flawless record with zero findings of noncompliance.
- V2X also underwent an unannounced Environmental Performance Assessment System (EPAS) Inspection on August 22, 2023, and emerged with commendable results.
- Furthermore, we are proud to report that our program participated in an audit conducted by the North Carolina Division of Air Quality on March 29, 2023, as part of the annual inspection activities for the Ft Liberty team, in which the V2X areas were again found to be fully compliant.
2023 V2X Fort Moore Environmental Highlights
Our commitment to sustainability and environmental responsibility took a significant leap forward with the strategic update of our parts washers within the weapons maintenance operations. Tasked with the meticulous cleaning and upkeep of military equipment and weaponry, we embarked on a transformative journey by transitioning from conventional parts washers, which relied on potent solvents, to innovative solutions that utilize bio-based cleaning agents.
This pivotal shift not only exemplifies our dedication to minimizing environmental impact but also marks a substantial reduction in the generation of hazardous waste. Previously, our operations resulted in the accumulation of 55-gallon drums laden with solvents contaminated with heavy metals. The adoption of the new technology necessitates only the disposal of filter pads, dramatically lessening our client’s hazardous waste footprint. By replacing 22 outdated parts washers with these alternatives, we have not only aligned our practices with green principles but also significantly improved the quality of air within our area of responsibility.
This transition underscores V2X’s commitment to sustainability, reflecting our role as a responsible steward of the environment while ensuring the operational readiness and efficiency of our military assets.