We recognise that our operations have an impact on the environment and we are committed to reducing our emissions and promoting sustainable practices. Over FY23, we have taken several significant steps towards achieving this.
Carbon Savings
During FY23, we completed the measurement and reporting of our Scope 1 and 2 emissions for the first time across our operations in the UK, Spain, India, and The Netherlands. We are in the process of collating Scope 3 emissions, which will enable us to identify opportunities to reduce emissions across the value chain. We aim to disclose our Scope 3 emissions within the next two years.
Our total carbon emissions for FY23 were 808.36 tCO2e. This will form the baseline against which we monitor our progress in the future.
| Utility and Scope | UK-only energy consumption (KWh) | UK-only emissions (tCO2e) | Global (excluding UK) energy consumption | Global (excluding UK) emissions (tCO2e) | UK & global energy consumption (KWh) | UK & global emissions (tCO2e) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Scope 1 | 2,873,627 | 689.59 | 42,613 | 8.99 | 2,919,241 | 698.58 |
| Gaseous and other fuels | 51,452 | 9.39 | 15,527 | 2.83 | 66,979 | 12.23 |
| Transportation | 2,822,176 | 680.20 | 27,086 | 6.15 | 2,849,262 | 686.35 |
| Scope 2 | 23,918 | 4.63 | 22,338 | 7.72 | 46,256 | 12.35 |
| Grid-supplied electricity | 23,918 | 4.63 | 22,338 | 7.72 | 46,256 | 12.35 |
| Scope 3 | 365,770 | 84.37 | 57,466 | 13.07 | 423,235 | 97.43 |
| Transportation | 365,770 | 84.37 | 57,466 | 13.07 | 423,235 | 97.43 |
| Total | 3,263,316 | 778.58 | 122,416 | 29.78 | 3,385,732 | 808.36 |
Notes:
Scope 1, 2 and 3 consumption and CO2e emissions data has been developed and calculated using the GHG Protocol, A Corporate Accounting and Reporting Standard (World Business Council for Sustainable Development and World Resources Institute, 2004); Greenhouse Gas Protocol – Scope 2 Guidance (World Resources Institute, 2015); ISO 14064-1 and ISO 14064-2 (ISO, 2018; ISO, 2019a); and Environmental Reporting Guidelines.
Government Emissions Factor Database 2022 version 1 has been used, using the published kWh gross calorific value (CV) and kgCO2e emissions factors relevant for reporting period February 2022 to January 2023.
Carbon Savings
During FY23, we generated lifetime savings of over 209,000 t/co2 through our Control Flow technology and renewable heating solutions, which are designed to deliver our clients’ net carbon zero strategies. This is an increase of 50% on the previous year, due to increased levels of activity across the Group, and serves to offset carbon generated in our Scope 1 and 2 activities.
Waste management
We recognise the importance of responsible waste management and to reducing our waste and promoting circular economy practices. We are collecting data on our global waste and recycling across our locations to better understand our waste generation and disposal patterns.
Colleague approach to environment
Our colleagues play a critical role in promoting sustainable practices both at work and at home. To raise awareness of environmental issues and to encourage sustainable practices, we implemented an environmental training programme in FY23 to cover energy conservation, waste reduction and sustainable transportation. This formed part of our regular “Toolbox Talks” engagement programme.
Biodiversity
As part of our approach to biodiversity, we conduct biodiversity assessments at relevant sites to identify and manage any potential impacts on local ecosystems. We recognise the importance of protecting biodiversity and are committed to promoting sustainable practices that support the conservation of natural resources.
