SM Energy(US:SM) Prnewswire·2024-10-21 20:15Core Insights - SM Energy Company has published updated environmental, social, and governance (ESG) materials, showcasing its commitment to sustainability and safety [1][2] Group 1: ESG Publications - The updated publications include a letter from the CEO, performance highlights for 2023, the 2024 Corporate Sustainability Report, the 2024 Sustainability Accounting Standards Board Report, and the 2024 Task Force on Climate-related Disclosures framework [1] - The performance metrics for 2023 indicate superior safety performance with Total Recordable Incident Rate (TRIR) at 0.20, Lost Time Incident Rate (LTIR) at 0.00, and Days Away, Restricted or Transferred (DART) incidents at 0.04 per 200,000 man-hours [1] - The company has met its 2023 emissions targets for greenhouse gas (GHG) intensity, methane intensity, and flaring, and is on track to meet its 2030 targets [1] Group 2: Water and Employee Engagement - SM Energy has improved its water metrics by significantly increasing the recycling of produced water and reducing freshwater intensity [1] - An employee engagement survey showed high scores for senior leadership in fostering a culture of health and safety, commitment to responsible operations, and trust in executive leadership [1] Group 3: Company Overview - SM Energy is an independent energy company focused on the acquisition, exploration, development, and production of crude oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids (NGLs) primarily in Texas and Utah [2]