Cooper's E.S.G. Journey
Our E.S.G Journey of Environmental Improvements & Social Responsibility Began Long Ago!
Since Cooper Machinery Services “Cooper” created its first low-emissions product in the mid-1970s, we have been on an E.S.G Journey since then. We are constantly on the lookout for opportunities to improve and add to our emissions products. Today, our suite of engine and compressor upgrade products not only target combustion emissions but also greenhouse gases, fugitive compressor emissions, and heavy metals.
In the early 1980s, Cooper voluntarily took the lead on environmental clean-up of the local landfill where many industrial companies had placed industrial waste for decades. That kind of ahead-of-the-game thinking has always been a hallmark of Cooper. Today, Cooper is the leader in products that enable customers in the gas compression and power generation industries to reduce greenhouse gases and nitrous oxides to well below legislated standards. In 2011, Cooper became the first large engine manufacturer to achieve a 0.5 gram/bhp-hr NOx upgrade solution when we upgraded a 10W-330 Cooper-Bessemer integral engine in upstate New York. The installation consisted of a turbocharger retrofit, HyperFuelTM, HyperBalanceTM, Jet Cells, C3 heads and an ePCC system.
Using the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) as an E.S.G. roadmap, Cooper continuously looks to improve in all areas of E.S.G.
Sustainability has always been at the core of our operations. We believe that our technology enables our customers to reduce their carbon footprint, minimize environmental and safety risks and enhance operational efficiency. Our reciprocating engine and compressor upgrade programs and packages enable the customer to reduce the pollution output of their existing equipment. But, more importantly, it eliminates the extremely costly and environmentally unfriendly process of horsepower replacement.
We believe technological innovations in gas engines and compressors are key to improving energy efficiency. Our products and services help make access to clean energy more reliable and affordable. By doing so, we improve the standard of living for all, and stimulate economic growth, improving health and creating employment opportunities around the world.
The 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, adopted by all United Nations Member States in 2015, provides a shared blueprint for peace and prosperity for people and the planet, now and into the future. At its heart are the 17 Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which are an urgent call for action by all countries – developed and developing – in a global partnership. They recognize that ending poverty and other deprivations must go hand-in-hand with strategies that improve health and education, reduce inequality and spur economic growth – all while tackling climate change and working to preserve our oceans and forests.
- No Poverty – Cooper pays fair wages to employees in every part of the world. Those wages help stimulate economic development in their communities.
- Zero Hunger
- Good Health and Well-being – Cooper has healthcare options available to every employee, and tobacco use is not allowed at any Cooper facility. Our Houston facility has an exercise gym. Working Advantage – is a program to purchase things, like health and wellness products at a discounted price.
- Quality Education – Our employee education program makes it possible for employees to go to school and improve their skills.
- Gender Equality – We actively encourage women to apply for open positions.
- Clean Water and Sanitation – Cooper is very careful about the management of water disposal from manufacturing processes
- Affordable Clean Energy
- Decent Work and Economic Growth
- Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure
- Reduced Inequalities
- Sustainable cities and Communities
- Responsible Consumption and Production
- Climate Action
- Life Below Water
- Life On Land
- Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions
- Partnerships for the Goals
Cooper’s responsibility is simple: we take an active role in caring about our environment and people everywhere, and we operate with transparency and integrity in all we do.
Environment. We make a conscious effort to minimize our environmental impact with continuous improvements, and our products and services help our customers make meaningful improvements in their environmental efforts.
Social. Every person deserves respect and the opportunity to go home to their loved ones safely at the end of each day. We embrace diversity, and safety is central to everything we do.
Governance. Of course, we obey the laws in every country where we operate and help our customers to comply with local regulations, but it’s more than that. We only tolerate the highest integrity behavior, and we hold our partners to the same standard.
E.S.G. Journey
We believe that our long-term success – both for our company and for the world – is dependent on our commitment to sound E.S.G. principles. That’s why we have committed to contributing to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
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Environmental
We practice what we preach and continuously review our internal processes to reduce environmental impact. For example, we eliminated chrome from our manufacturing processes by developing better materials for our power cylinders and piston rings.
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Social
Cooper is an equal opportunity employer. We condemn discrimination in any form and respect human rights, including privacy rights, affirmative action, and non-harassment. We are involved in our communities where we work. And we maintain strict data privacy standards.
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Governance
Our Code of Compliance clearly states our commitment to operating with our employees, customers, and suppliers in an ethical manner, reporting on our business in a clear and transparent way, complete legal compliance, and acting fairly with our competitors.
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Hydrogen & Landfill Gases
Hydrogen and biofuels are exciting topics in renewable energy right now, but we’ve been experts in both for quite a while. As the industry continues its development of these important resources, you can be sure that Cooper will be innovating as well, providing the most efficient ways to deliver and utilize these fuels.
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Equipment Upgrades
As technology marches on, some engines can benefit from modernization, so they are more efficient and use less fuel for more output. Cooper offers many upgrade products to help find that perfect sweet spot for an engine in any application.
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Operational Efficiency
The most important strategy for reducing your carbon footprint and greenhouse gas emissions is to get your equipment operating at its peak efficiency. A well-maintained engine will perform to its fullest potential and deliver the best fuel efficiency.
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Unburned Fuel Emissions
& Exhaust Leaks
Engine fire problem may continue unnoticed and undiagnosed and lead to significance methane and hydrocarbon (HC) emissions. Cooper offers two upgrades or solutions for engine misfire detection.
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Emissions Reduction
The lowering of greenhouse gas emissions is one of the most visible and talked about aspects of environmental protection. Over the last few decades, governments around the world have steadily lowered emissions thresholds, and we have responded with excellent solutions.
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- Cooper Expands After-Sales Support Offerings | Gas Compression Magazine, August 2021 , Page 16
- Cooper Shifts ESG Push into High Gear | ESG Review, First Quarter 2022, Pages 10 – 13
- Hydrogen Natural Gas Fuel Blend Lowers Emissions for AJAX Integral Engine-Compressor | ESG Review, March 30, 2022
- Cooper Integral Engine-Compressor Burns 30% Hydrogen by Volume | Gas Compression Magazine, October 2022, Pages 32 and 34