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Spire releases third annual Corporate Social Responsibility report


ST. LOUIS, May 10, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Spire published its third annual Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) report. The report tracks the company's environmental, social and governance metrics and shows continued success across four key areas: the environment, community, people and leadership.

The report reflects Spire's continued focus on their beliefs and commitments, while adapting to the coronavirus pandemic and consistently finding new ways to deliver value for customers and communities.

"I'm proud of how we continue to step forward, delivering affordable, reliable and clean energy to our customers and communities every single day ? all while working to create a sustainable energy future," said Spire President and CEO Suzanne Sitherwood. "As we've shown in our commitment to our people, our community and our environment, there's no limit to what our energy can do."

Spire's CSR performance was again recognized by Newsweek ? the natural gas company was ranked in 2020 as one of "America's Most Responsible Companies." Highlights of the report include:

Environment. In support of Spire's commitment to become a carbon neutral company by midcentury, Spire saw further reductions in methane emissions from operations ? in alignment with international goals for controlling climate change ? targeting a 57% reduction from 2005 levels by 2025 and a 73% total reduction by 2035, well ahead of previously established targets. In addition:

Community. Spire not only provided energy to the 1.7 million homes and businesses it serves, they committed to using energy to benefit the community, with the coronavirus pandemic inspiring new ways to step forward.

"From the beginning of the pandemic, Spire has been committed to ensuring our community maintains access to the energy they depend on," said Sitherwood. "With so many people struggling to make ends meet, we have consistently found new ways to help our customers." In FY20, Spire:

People. With 3,600 employees dedicating their time, talent and passion to serving customers every day, Spire considers it a responsibility and privilege to create an inclusive environment where every idea, background and perspective is welcomed and embraced. FY20 saw:

Leadership. Spire's focus on operating with integrity and environmental sustainability to create value for employees, customers, communities and shareholders is key. Recent initiatives include:

Spire's complete CSR report can be accessed at spireenergy.com/csr.

About Spire
At Spire Inc. (NYSE: SR), we believe energy exists to help make people's lives better. It's a simple idea, but one that's at the heart of our company. Every day we serve 1.7 million homes and businesses making us the fifth largest publicly traded natural gas company in the country. We help families and business owners fuel their daily lives through our gas utilities serving Alabama, Mississippi and Missouri. Our natural gas-related businesses include Spire Marketing, Spire STL Pipeline and Spire Storage. We are committed to transforming our business through growing organically, investing in infrastructure, and advancing through innovation. Learn more at SpireEnergy.com.

Media Contact:
Raegan Johnson
314-342-3300
[email protected]

SOURCE Spire Inc.


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