Robert Ellsworth

Director of Sustainability, Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc.

Robert Ellsworth has 15 years of professional experience in corporate sustainability programming and ESG reporting. He currently holds the Director of Sustainability role at Schnitzer Steel Industries, Inc., responsible for sustainability strategy, stakeholder engagement, reporting, and performance initiatives. He has previously held roles within Operations, EH&S, Public Affairs, and Investor Relations functional groups within the Schnitzer organization. Robert has a Bachelor's of Science degree in Biology from San Diego State University, in San Diego, CA, and an M.B.A. from Portland State University, in Portland, OR. In his current role and throughout his career, he has been guided by creating "Purposeful Work", striving for "Continuous Improvement", seeking out "Innovation", and remaining grounded in sound "Ethics". Robert is passionate about helping family and friends overcome challenges in their lives.

All Sessions by Robert Ellsworth

Day 4 – April 18 April 18, 2023

4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Environmental Social Governance Solution Strategies for Success

Meeting Room 209 A-C: Level 2

Track: Environmental Compliance and Sustainability 🛈Topics under environmental compliance may include CERCLA (Superfund) and SREA (Superfund Recycling Equity Act); RCRA (Resource Conservation and Recovery Act); solid and hazardous wastes; chemical reporting; emissions; stormwater; spills; and existing and emerging substances of concerns such as PCBs, PFAs, energy efficiencies; refrigerants; and vehicle airbags batteries. Topics under sustainability can include environmental justice; philanthropic endeavors; ESG, and environmental stewardship.

The steady monitoring of company practices as outlined in the Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) portfolio, the introduction of new and expanded material types, global and domestic policies, conflicts, trade restrictions, climate events, economic downturn impacts, transportation hurdles, and employee shortages continue to strain supply chains. Hear from esperts how to document actions, progress, and risk management strategies as outlined in the ESG portfolio. Learn how the ISRI ESG online fillable form will help document sound environmental compliance, safety, social, and governance practices for suppliers and customers.