Sustainability Built into How We Operate
Brooks’ sustainability efforts focus on operating safely, ethically, and with a commitment to environmental responsibility across our global footprint. We work to minimize our impact while enabling more efficient manufacturing for the industries we serve. Through our Quality Management System, Global Environmental, Health & Safety Policy, adherence to ISO standards, and strict regulatory compliance, we drive continuous improvement in resource efficiency, waste reduction, and responsible operations.
Net Zero Through Practical, Measurable Action
We’re committed to meaningful, measurable progress toward net-zero emissions by 2050. Our work focuses on reducing energy use, strengthening supply chain sustainability, and improving emissions tracking across our global operations.
Energy Efficiency and Operation Improvements
We are actively reducing energy consumption and improving efficiency across our facilities.
Current initiatives include:
Evaluating renewable energy opportunities across global operations.
Adding electric vehicle charging stations at our Chelmsford, MA and Fremont, CA sites
Leveraging solar power at our Australia location
Installing advanced rooftop controls, including variable frequency drives (VFDs), variable-speed compressors, and upgraded vacuum pumps in Chelmsford to optimize energy management.
Transitioning from fluorescent to LED lighting, with more than 95% of our North American office and production spaces now equipped with high-efficiency LED fixtures.
These efforts support our broader goal of systematically lowering our operational emissions footprint.
Sustainable and Resilient Supply Chain
We are working to build a carbon-neutral supply chain by partnering with suppliers to reduce emissions, enhance logistics efficiency, and promote responsible manufacturing practices throughout the value chain.
Transparent Emissions Reporting and Data Management
Brooks is committed to clear, consistent emissions reporting. We continue to strengthen our data collection, monitoring, and reduction strategies to ensure accurate tracking of our progress and to guide future improvements.
Looking for More on How Brooks Operates Responsibly?
Learn more about our corporate governance, ethics, and social responsibility practices on our Corporate Responsibility page.
Climate Strategy Centered on Practical, Measurable Improvements
At Brooks Automation, our climate strategy is focused on how we operate every day — from managing energy use and waste at our facilities to continuously improving processes that reduce environmental impact across our global operations.
Waste Management
We strive to manage and reduce waste and hazardous waste production through ever-expanding reuse and recycling activities. Development of waste metrics is helping us track progress at each Brooks facility and drive continuous improvement.
Water Management
Water is not used in our core operations. Facility water use is limited to restrooms and breakrooms. We maintain efficient fixtures and monitor usage to support responsible consumption.
Better Performance with Lower Greenhouse Emissions
We set clear targets to reduce greenhouse emissions and track progress across every major initiative. Energy-efficient computing systems, including low-power AI chips and advanced cooling designs, help lower overall demand.
These improvements shrink our footprint while strengthening long-term performance. Every upgrade pushes us toward cleaner, more responsible operations.
Industry Recognition
Excellence in ESG Award
Recognized by Applied Materials as part of the SUCCESS2030 initiative for leadership in environmental, social, and governance performance.
#1 Supplier for Sustainability Award
Recognized by TSMC for enabling 100% recycled hot water reuse through advanced process optimization.
Move Your Sustainability Goals Forward
Work with teams who turn environmental challenges into practical improvements that strengthen performance.