Northrop Grumman Announces Significant Achievements in Environmental Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion and Community Engagement

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Northrop Grumman Announces Significant Achievements in Environmental Sustainability, Diversity & Inclusion and Community Engagement Company Releases 2011 Corporate Responsibility Report

FALLS CHURCH, Va., May 8, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has released its 2011 Corporate Responsibility Report (CRR), a comprehensive publication that highlights the company's ongoing commitment to corporate responsibility, including environment sustainability, support for science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education, community service, corporate philanthropy and employee volunteerism, among other activities. It is the fifth year the company has published this report. "At Northrop Grumman, responsibility is at the forefront of everything we do. It exists in the way we serve our customers, our employees, our shareholders, the communities where we live and operate, and our business partners," said Wes Bush, chairman, chief executive officer and president. "In all that we are doing to position our company for continued success, corporate responsibility is central–a key component of the value of performance we provide to all of our stakeholders." The report also details several aspects of the company's corporate responsibility mission, including ethics leadership and governance; inclusion and diversity in the workplace; supply chain management; community partnerships; support for education; commitment to our troops and military families; and environmental, health and safety stewardship. "Corporate responsibility has been a long-standing commitment and is very important for Northrop Grumman's business and operating strategies," said Sandra Evers-Manly, vice president of Corporate Responsibility. "As we continue to grow as a company, we remain focused on maintaining the highest of ethical standards, embracing diversity and becoming an ideal corporate citizen of the environment and of our communities. This report highlights the company's range of activities, and our continuing growth as a socially conscious enterprise." Northrop Grumman's CRR is available online at: http://www.northropgrumman.com/corporate-responsibility/reports/index.html. Here are some key highlights: Northrop Grumman's performance in environmental sustainability produced several important outcomes in 2011  Northrop Grumman's score from the Carbon Disclosure Project has improved from 42 in 2009 to 80 (out of a top score of 100) in 2011. The company's greenhouse gas reduction performance has been ahead of plan and continues to be a primary objective of its sustainability strategy. The company rose from #337 in 2009 to #51 in Newsweek magazine's 2011 comprehensive environmental ranking of the 500 largest American businesses.  Computerworld magazine ranked Northrop Grumman #7 in its list of top 12 Green IT organizations in 2011, moving up from #11 in 2010. For commitment to a diverse and inclusive workforce, and supply chain, the company has been recognized by several organizations Ranked #37 among Top 50 Companies in Diversity by DiversityInc magazine. Ranked #2 among Top 50 Employers by Minority Engineer magazine. Ranked #3 in the Top 50 for positive working environment for members of minority groups by Minority Engineer. Ranked Top 3 most admired companies for minority engineers by Black Engineer magazine. Ranked Top 100 corporations for providing opportunities for Hispanics by Hispanic Network magazine. Ranked #9 as best employer for graduating engineers by Black Collegiate magazine. Ranked #7 Top 50 for "Multicultural Business Opportunities for 2011" by DiversityBusiness.com. Northrop Grumman is a leading global security company providing innovative systems, products and solutions in aerospace, electronics, information systems and technical services to government and commercial customers worldwide. Please visit www.northropgrumman.com for more information.

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B&V to Provide Detailed Design for Busch Ranch Wind Project

News release from Black & Veatch:

Black & Veatch to Provide Comprehensive Detailed Design Work for Busch Ranch Wind Project

OVERLAND PARK, KAN. (8 February 2012) – Black & Veatch has been selected by Black Hills Energy - Colorado Electric to provide detailed design engineering services for the Busch Ranch Wind Project located south of Pueblo, Colo. The project represents Black Hills Energy’s first wind development in the state of Colorado and will be a significant component of the company’s plan to comply with the Colorado Renewable Energy Standard of 30 percent by 2020. Black Hills Energy is a subsidiary of Black Hills Corp. (NYSE: BKH).

“The Busch Ranch Wind Project is an important step in our multi-phased approach to reach the renewable energy standard in Colorado,” said Christopher Burke, vice president of Colorado Utility operations.  “The high-quality services provided by Black & Veatch will enhance the value we are able to deliver to our customers from this project before, during and after its construction.”

The Busch Ranch Wind Project will use 16 wind turbines to produce 29 megawatts (MW) of renewable wind power. Black & Veatch is also providing the detailed design for the project’s collection and interconnect substations.

“Black & Veatch is utilizing its extensive technical capabilities to provide the detailed engineering design for the Busch Ranch Wind Project,” said Ed Walsh, Executive Vice President of Black & Veatch’s global energy business. “With design elements including generation, collection and interconnection, this project demonstrates how Black & Veatch is uniquely positioned to help our clients bring new renewable energy stations online.”

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Editor’s Notes:

• Upon completion in December 2012, the Busch Ranch Wind Project will produce enough electricity to supply approximately 15,000 homes.
• The 16-turbine Busch Ranch Wind Project will generate 29 megawatts of renewable energy and will be sited 35 miles south of Pueblo, Co.
• Black & Veatch is providing the detailed design for all three project components including turbine placement and foundation support, collection and interconnection.

New Video on Electric Vehicles

News release from the U.S. Dept. of Energy:

DOE Releases New Video on Electric Vehicles, Highlights Administration Support for U.S. Auto Industry in Detroit Economic Club Speech

January 9, 2012 

  

Washington D.C. - U.S. Energy Secretary Steven Chu will travel to Detroit, Mich., this week to highlight the Obama Administration’s support for the American automobile industry and the role investing in innovation will play in keeping U.S. workers and companies competitive.  Last year, after seven straight years of decline, American auto manufacturers rebounded thanks in part to support from the Administration.

Today, the Department of Energy also released a new video, “Energy 101: Electric Vehicles”, which highlights the benefits of electric vehicles, including improved fuel efficiency, reduced emissions, and lower maintenance costs. To view the video, visit http://youtu.be/M69GBL0IDzI?hd=1.

All next week, the Department of Energy will be highlighting its investment in the American auto industry.  On Tuesday, January 10, Secretary Chu will tour the North American International Auto Show before giving a major address at a Detroit Economic Club breakfast on Wednesday, January 11.

Also on Wednesday, Secretary Chu will join Congressman Hansen Clarke for a tour of robotics, chemistry and physics classrooms and labs at Detroit’s Cass Technical High School, where they will meet with students involved in STEM education programs at Cass Tech, Detroit’s Davis Aerospace High School and the Detroit International Academy.