Liberty Tire Recycling | 2023 Environmental, Social and Governance Report 43 ACCELERATING ENVIRONMENTAL STEWARDSHIP Protecting Biodiversity Liberty Tire Recycling’s operations have minimal negative impact on the biodiversity of the areas in which we are located. However, we believe that protecting nature, wildlife, and ecosystems is a critical element of being a sustainable business. We comply with all local, state, and federal regulations related to endangered plants and animals, storm water runoff, air pollution, and clean water. In 2023, we analyzed our biodiversity risks by facility. One of our evaluation methods was analyzing our proximity to wetland areas known as Ramsar sites. The Convention on Wetlands of International Importance is an intergovernmental treaty that provides the framework for the conservation and wise use of wetlands and their resources. The convention was adopted in the Iranian city of Ramsar in 1971, hence it is commonly known as the Ramsar Convention. Ramsar sites are protected and designated areas on the Ramsar Convention’s List of Wetlands containing representative, rare or unique wetlands that are important for biological diversity. There are 2,400 Ramsar sites globally and 41 in the United States. Of Liberty Tire Recycling’s 56 locations, two sites are within 15 miles of a Ramsar site. We understand the importance of Ramsar sites and actively follow environmental compliance regulations to ensure we are not disrupting or disturbing these critical areas. Our tire recycling operations in these areas contribute to the protection of these areas by reducing landfill waste, preventing potential contamination, and promoting a cleaner environment. By adhering to these regulations and recycling tires, we demonstrate our commitment to preserving biodiversity and maintaining the ecological integrity of these internationally recognized wetlands.
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