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Glatfelter.

GLT.US | Manufacture of other articles of paper and paperboard

Glatfelter is a global manufacturer of engineered materials. The company operates through two segments: Airlaid Materials and Composite Fibers. The Airlaid Materials segment produces highly absorbent cellulose-based airlaid nonwovens used in hygiene, tabletop, wipes, and other applications. The Comp...Show More

Ethical Profile

Mixed.

Glatfelter has faced significant environmental challenges, including a $20.5 million settlement for PCB contamination linked to the Fox River Superfund cleanup and a $5 million class-action lawsuit related to Ohio EPA emission violations. While investing $31 million in cleaner energy, critics point to a lack of Scope 3 emissions disclosure and only 60-70% verification of its zero-deforestation policy. On worker treatment, employee reviews average 3.1/5 on Glassdoor, with compensation at 2.8/5. Reports suggest concerns over work-life balance and allegedly "horrible management" and a "hostile work environment." The 2021 CEO pay ratio was 86.

Value Scores

Better Health for All0
-100100
Fair Money & Economic Opportunity0
-100100
Fair Pay & Worker Respect0
-100100
Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing0
-100100
Honest & Fair Business0
-100100
Kind to Animals0
-100100
No War, No Weapons0
-100100
Planet-Friendly Business-60
-100100
Respect for Cultures & Communities0
-100100
Safe & Smart Tech10
-100100
Zero Waste & Sustainable Products0
-100100

Better Health for All

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No evidence available to assess Glatfelter on Better Health for All.

Fair Money & Economic Opportunity

0

The provided articles do not contain any specific, concrete data points or information regarding GLT.US's performance against the 'Fair Money & Economic Opportunity' ethical value. Article explicitly states it is not about GLT.US, and is a general policy statement that provides no specific data on GLT.US or its financial activities.

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Therefore, all KPIs must be omitted due to a complete lack of relevant evidence in the provided articles.

Fair Pay & Worker Respect

0

Glatfelter's CEO to median employee pay ratio was 86 in 2021.

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Employee reviews from 2012-2024 indicate mixed sentiment regarding pay and benefits, with some reviews mentioning 'good pay' and 'good benefits,' while others cite 'poor pay' and 'benefits could have been better,' including 7-10% 401k contributions without matching.
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Work-life balance also received mixed feedback, with concerns about 'shift work and 12 and 16 hour days' and 'zero concerns for employee personal well-being.'
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Management and culture reviews were largely negative, citing 'horrible management,' 'fights, favoritism, and hostile work environment,' and 'poor HR performance.'
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Employee turnover is suggested to be high, particularly in management and lower-paying positions.
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One review mentions a 'Union work shop with great pay and benefits.'
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Employee ratings vary by demographic group, with men and white employees having higher ratings than women and some other groups.
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No quantitative data is available for living wage coverage, collective bargaining share, safety incident rates, pay equity ratios, worker engagement scores, turnover rate, labor violation incidents, insecure contract share, or health insurance coverage.

Fair Trade & Ethical Sourcing

0

No specific quantitative data or verifiable actions related to Glatfelter's fair trade and ethical sourcing practices were found in the provided articles. The articles discuss general fair trade principles, certification programs, or are unrelated to Glatfelter's manufacturing operations and supply chain, such as a job posting for an insurance group.

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Honest & Fair Business

0

No evidence available to assess Glatfelter on Honest & Fair Business.

Kind to Animals

0

No evidence available to assess Glatfelter on Kind to Animals.

No War, No Weapons

0

No evidence available to assess Glatfelter on No War, No Weapons.

Planet-Friendly Business

-60

The company has not disclosed any Scope 3 emissions or SBTi-aligned carbon reduction targets. In 2015, the Ohio EPA issued four notices of violation for emissions exceeding acceptable levels and public nuisances from equipment malfunctions in late 2014 and early 2015.

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A $5 million class-action lawsuit was filed by residents claiming property damage and nuisance due to these emissions.
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In response to U.S. Clean Air Act requirements, the company is investing approximately $31 million to convert two coal-fired boilers to natural gas and upgrade air pollution control systems at its Chillicothe mill.
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Separately, the company agreed to pay $20.5 million to the EPA for the Fox River Superfund cleanup, in addition to $66 million previously committed, for PCB contamination from past "carbonless" copy paper production.
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Respect for Cultures & Communities

0

No quantitative data related to Glatfelter's specific commitments or performance regarding Respect for Cultures & Communities was found in the provided article summaries. The summaries of the 2021-2022 Sustainability Report indicate a focus on general ESG initiatives but do not provide specific metrics or details relevant to the defined KPIs for this ethical value.

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Safe & Smart Tech

10

Glatfelter Insurance Group and its affiliates explicitly state compliance with the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).

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The company provides users with extensive control over their data, including the right to opt out of information sharing, access, inspect, copy, and amend their Protected Health Information (PHI), and request restrictions on its use.
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Glatfelter also operates an online learning management system, Glatfelter University, which provides training courses to educate staff, test their understanding of best practices, and ensure compliance with privacy standards.
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Zero Waste & Sustainable Products

0

No evidence available to assess Glatfelter on Zero Waste & Sustainable Products.

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