Sustainability is our strategic approach to managing business with the future in mind by integrating values of social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and dependable governance to deliver enduring economic value.

Strategic Objectives 

Granite’s Sustainability Objective is to be a business leader in the following four key areas: 

Social Responsibility

Social Responsibility 

Environmental Stewardship

Environmental Stewardship

Dependable Governance

Dependable Governance

Enduring Value

Enduring Value 

Strategic Vision

We envision Granite as the leading provider of sustainable infrastructure solutions, differentiated by our pursuit of social, environmental, and financial excellence. 

Strategic Mission

To create enduring value and address relevant societal needs, Granite will leverage best practices in corporate social responsibility, environmental stewardship, and corporate governance to integrate sustainable practices into operations and drive accountability for social, environmental, and economic performance.

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2022 Highlights

1.19 million tons of waste diverted from landfills by using recycled content in asphalt production 

Tons of waste diverted from landfills by using recycled content in asphalt production 

asphalt plants recognized with Diamond Achievement Sustainable Commendations

Asphalt plants recognized with Diamond Achievement Sustainable Commendations

Projects honored with NAPA Quality in Construction Awards

Projects honored with NAPA Quality in Construction Awards

Invested company-wide on energy efficiency improvements 

Invested company-wide on energy efficiency improvements 

STRATEGIC FOCUS AREAS

Social Responsibility

Social Responsibility

  • Safety
  • Inclusive Diversity
  • Community Engagement 
  • Employee Engagement 
  • Project Site Relations 
  •  Human Rights 
Environmental Stewardship

Environmental Stewardship

  • Climate & Emissions
  • Water
  • Air
  • Waste & Recycled Content
  • Sustainable Operational Practices
  • Land & Biodiversity
  • Environmental Impacts of Products
Dependable Governance

Dependable Governance

  • Reporting
  • Stakeholder Engagement 
  • Business Ethics & Anti-Corruption 
  • Supply Chain
Enduring Value

Enduring Value

  • Infrastructure Investment
  • First-Time Quality (and Rework)
  • Client Alignment & Satisfaction
  • Market Presence (Type of Work and End-Markets)
  • Climate Resilience

PRIORITY TARGETS

Granite’s commitment to sustainability includes a focus on environmental stewardship—we recognize our duty to protect the environment and our responsibility to manage the environmental impacts of our operations.

Read more about how we are Keeping Granite Green 
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Sustainable Development Report:  I-80 South Quarry