Environmental Action
At Subaru, our environmental responsibility goes beyond the vehicles we make. It shows up in how we run our facilities, reduce our footprint, and look for cleaner ways to operate every day. We invite our employees and communities to act alongside us — because protecting the planet is part of being More Than a Car Company®.
Leading in Sustainable Design
Across the U.S., sustainability is built into Subaru’s facilities. From our headquarters and National Service Training Center to regional distribution offices, our buildings and grounds use energy-saving technology and water-conscious designs to reduce environmental impact.
Camden Campus
Our Camden headquarters is certified LEED Silver, featuring building automation systems that optimize energy performance, employee workstations, and carpeting composed of partially recycled materials, and more elements to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions.
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) is the world’s most widely used green building rating system, recognizing spaces designed to reduce environmental impact across carbon, energy, water, waste, and other key measures. Certification is a globally recognized symbol of sustainability achievement and leadership. Subaru’s Camden HQ meets LEED standards, helping conserve resources and lower emissions while creating a workplace that reflects our commitment to protecting the planet.
Removal of Aboveground Storage Tank
In March 2025, Subaru removed the aboveground storage tank, completing the decommissioning of the former data center at the Pennsauken Operations building. This project reduced energy use, lowered regulatory burden, and minimized spill risk. All electronic waste was responsibly recycled, supporting safer operations and advancing long-term environmental goals.
100%
renewable wind power
63
on-site EV charging stations
energy-efficient LED technology
daylight-harvesting lighting technology to offset electric usage
drought-tolerant landscape with native plantings
rain garden and storm water management practices
Waste Diversion in Action
E-Waste
Camden HQ: 5,255 lbs
Pennsauken Operations HQ: 5,580 lbs
Paper Recycling
Camden HQ: 5,255 lbs
Pennsauken Operations HQ: 5,580 lbs
Composted Food Waste
Camden HQ: 4,708 lbs
Pennsauken Operations HQ: 417 lbs
DocuSign Partnership
Subaru partnered with DocuSign, the world’s leading electronic signature platform, to move signing workflows into a secure digital environment, reducing our reliance on paper across headquarters. The shift supports faster operations while helping the building run more efficiently and sustainably.
316K
sheets of paper saved
127K
liters of water conserved
12t
of carbon emissions reduced through digital signing workflows
840kg
of waste eliminated
34
trees conserved
E-Waste Recycling
Regional Distribution Centers, or RDCs, are Subaru facilities that store and ship parts to retailers across the country. To strengthen recycling efforts, the SOA Environmental Management System team rolled out standardized e-waste procedures across all RDC locations, guided by state regulations and best practices. Every site now recycles electronics responsibly, keeping hazardous materials out of landfills and moving Subaru closer to world-class environmental performance.
Reducing Waste and Conserving Resources
We believe responsible manufacturing starts with accountability. That is why Subaru of Indiana became the first-ever U.S. automotive plant to achieve zero-landfill status, and why our facilities continue to recycle or convert 100% of production waste into energy.
In 2025, Subaru expanded how we reduce waste, conserve energy, and support circular systems across our facilities — all with an eye toward a sustainable future. Explore highlights below.
5,125 pounds of food waste was composted to create nutrient-rich fertilizer
Through Shred-It programs, 24,480 pounds of paper were securely recycled
Subaru’s Wall Street Journal and Automotive News subscriptions for employees moved fully digital, reducing waste by more than 3,100 pounds a year
Elimination of vehicle body wrap for shipping prevents approximately 120,000 pounds of single-use plastic per year
Metal hanger reuse program diverts used hangers from dry-cleaning services from entering a landfill
Subaru’s Portland RDC facility upgraded to energy-efficient LED lighting
Former data center decommissioned, reducing long-term energy consumption
Subaru’s National Business Conference operated as a zero-landfill event, recycling or composting all waste generated during the three-day event
Sustainable Partnerships
Subaru seeks out partners who share our commitment to protecting the environment and strengthening communities. These collaborations extend our impact beyond our own facilities, turning shared values into measurable action. By aligning with organizations that prioritize sustainability, waste reduction, and responsible production, we create lasting environmental progress, together.
Subaru Park and the Philadelphia Union
Subaru Park — our Stadium Naming Rights partnership with the Philadelphia Union and the Philadelphia Union’s MLS soccer stadium in Chester, Pennsylvania — serves as a model for large-scale environmental action. In 2025, the stadium surpassed two million pounds of waste diverted from landfill over four years. The on-site Garden for Good harvested over 1,900 pounds of produce for local food banks, supported by volunteer efforts that help sustain the program year-round.
Subaru: Gear for Good
Our Subaru: Gear for Good initiative collects gently used and new soccer equipment and redistributes it to youth programs across the region. In 2025 alone, the drives gathered more than 1,700 pieces of gear valued at over $31,000. By extending the life of athletic equipment, the program reduces waste while expanding access to sports for young athletes in underserved communities.
Sustainable Subaru Gear
Through a partnership with Staples Promotional Products, Subaru offers a line of eco-friendly, Subaru-branded clothing and products for people and pets, each hand-selected to reflect Subaru’s commitment to sustainability.
500
barrels of oil saved annually by using apparel polybags that use 100% recycled post-industrial waste
6.3m
gallons of water saved*
570K
megajoules of energy conserved*
34K
kilos of CO2 avoided*
2.7K
pounds of plastic recycled*
313t
of waste materials recycled by decoration & distribution operations
*With sustainable T-shirts from AllMade®
Share My Meals Food Recovery Program
Each week, surplus food from the Camden HQ and operations kitchens is redirected to neighbors in need through the Share My Meals recovery program through the work of 13 SOA volunteers who put more than 70 hours into the program. Donations support Joseph’s House and benefit the local Camden community.
4.1K
pounds of food saved
16K
pounds of CO2e reduced
Engaging Employees in Environmental Stewardship
Throughout 2025, Subaru continued to create opportunities for teammates at Camden HQ to get involved with hands-on environmental initiatives. These efforts ranged from educational events to waste reduction programs, and encouraged our community to build sustainable habits that strengthen its connection to the local ecosystem.
