Corporate Social Responsibility
Sustainability
Our Coporate Impact and Environmental Stewardship
Sustainability is fundamental to how we operate and deliver solutions. It drives our commitment to responsible business practices and innovative approaches that benefit both our clients and the environment.
Kleinfelder is committed to evaluating its environmental impact and measuring progress toward clear sustainability goals. We track key metrics, including greenhouse gas emissions, waste, water consumption, and green procurement, continuously assessing our performance against baseline data. Our 2030 Sustainability Goals guide our strategic planning, ensuring sustainability remains central as we adapt, innovate, and refine our operations for a more sustainable future.
Environmental consciousness is integral to our projects, balancing client objectives with environmental stewardship. We are currently involved in several cutting-edge projects for public and private clients, incorporating NetZero and sustainability master plans, green remediation, climate resiliency, and LEED and Envision certifications.
Whether we’re supporting renewable energy projects, designing green infrastructure, developing new ways to conserve water, remediating environmental contamination, or addressing climate change, our employees’ commitment to sustainability drives innovation and provides added value to our clients and projects.
Kleinfelder’s Nick Dornak speaking about water reuse at Blue Hole Primary School in Wimberly, Texas
The impact we make is reflected not only in our accomplishments, but also in the manner in which we achieve them. A commitment to shared responsibility, integrity, and purpose enables us to build a more sustainable, ethical, and resilient future.
Louis Armstrong
President & CEO
Corporate Citizenship
Volunteerism and Supporting Our Communities
Kleinfelder staff contributed to a safe drinking water system in Panama through Engineers Without Borders
Making a difference in our communities is ingrained in everything we do at Kleinfelder. We celebrate volunteering and empower employees to partner with industry associations and not-for-profit organizations to help those in need, protect the environment, and give back to our communities.
Kleinfelder supports employees’ participation in Engineers Without Borders (EWB). Through local EWB chapters, Kleinfelder staff raise funding for projects and designs and implement solutions that improve the infrastructure, environment, and overall living conditions for people in developing countries. Over the past decade, Kleinfelder employees have held leadership positions at the board level of EWB.
Through industry associations and local nonprofit organizations, Kleinfelder staff give back to their local communities in numerous ways.
Volunteer efforts we support include STEM programs for students, participating in clean-ups and neighborhood beautification projects, hosting fundraisers, and collecting food, clothing, and toy donations for local charities.
Bayway Strong Campaign
For the tenth year in a row, Kleinfelder staff from our New Jersey and New York offices joined ExxonMobil in volunteering at the Community Food Bank of New Jersey
Coastal Cleanup Day
Kleinfelder staff regularly participate in Coastal Cleanup Day from coast to coast – helping to collect and properly dispose of litter that makes its way to our shores
Supporting Kids' Chance
Since 2020, Kleinfelder has raised $44,354 for Kids’ Chance of America during our Safe + Sound Week events to support kids affected by caregivers’ workplace injuries
Kleinfelder staff actively support Ronald McDonald House Charities by preparing and serving meals at local houses, holding fundraising events that benefit the charity, and donating food and goods throughout the year.
Kleinfelder staff in the San Diego area support Ronald McDonald House Charities through the annual Red Shoe Day fundraising drive
Kleinfelder staff in the Alberta area collect toy donations annually to support the local chapter of Ronald McDonald House Charities
We embrace sustainability as a driving force, not only to meet client and business goals, but also to invest in our team, protect public health, and contribute to the wellbeing of our communities and the environment.
Rita Fordiani
Technical Director
Sound Governance
Business Ethics, Risk Management, Resilience, Data Protection, and Innovation
Kleinfelder is committed to conducting business with the highest ethical standards. This commitment is fundamental to our ESG principles, ensuring responsible and sustainable operations that uphold integrity, transparency, and compliance with all applicable laws and regulations.
In FY24, we updated the company’s Code of Business Ethics Policy, focusing on adding new information and strengthening policies related to anti-corruption/anti-bribery, cybersecurity, reporting procedures, and training and internal controls.
Kleinfelder maintains robust risk management practices to proactively identify, mitigate, and manage industry-specific risks. In FY24, operational groups expanded their use of Kleinfelder’s Risk Review Policy and Risk Review Matrix, further integrating risk mitigation into project selection, proposal development, and pricing adjustments to account for identified risks.
Additionally, Kleinfelder’s Quality Good Catch Program encourages staff to identify, correct, and report quality-related issues before they impact clients, schedules, profitability, and the company’s brand. By tracking and analyzing these reports, Kleinfelder gains valuable insights into recurring quality challenges, allowing the company to refine training and education efforts. Since its launch in FY22, employees have reported 453 Quality Good Catches, with 174 occurring in FY24—demonstrating the program’s role in maintaining high-quality standards and mitigating risk.
Effective governance goes beyond compliance – it fosters innovation, manages risk responsibly, and ensures every decision reflects our committment to integrity, building trust with clients, and ensuring resilience.
Jay Clare
Strategic Growth Director
Beyond the Report
Other Ongoing Initiatives
Our work in sustainability and corporate citizenship is evident in our everyday practices. Take a look below at some of the ways our teams across the company are supporting their communities, giving back to worthy causes, and shaping the future.
Las Vegas – Sleep in Heavenly Peace
San Diego – Annual Blanket Drive
Northern California – Habitat for Humanity
Dover – Middle School Career Day
San Diego – Engineers Day at the Mall
Tampa – Great Port Cleanup
Maryland – Maryland Center for Veterans Education and Training
Delaware – DelDOT SBE/DBE Networking Event Series
Dallas – American Heart Association Heart Walk
Virginia – Mothers Against Drunk Driving Golf Tournament
