Environmental

Roadmap to Net Zero

We are committed to achieving net-zero emissions by 2035.

Our ambitions

Our approach goes beyond our own operations, engaging our supply chain and clients to reduce emissions across the energy, engineering, and infrastructure sectors. By analysing high-emission categories such as Business Travel, Purchased Goods and Services, and Employee Commuting, we hold ourselves accountable through a clear and ambitious decarbonisation roadmap.

Our ambitions

Our Net Zero Achievements Since 2022

Scope 2 Emissions Reduction

100% reduction in electricity emissions through renewable electricity contracts and market-based instruments (Renewable Energy Certificates)

11% reduction in heating emissions via improved energy efficiency controls

Operational Improvements

Business Travel Policy implemented to align travel with environmental responsibility

41% reduction in Upstream Transport and Distribution by optimising office ordering frequencies

Governance & Strategy

ESG Committee established to lead global ESG initiatives, bringing together senior leadership and regional representatives to encourage discussion and drive impact

Environmental Projects

Total CO2 Offset

221 tCO2

Darkwoods Forest Conservation – Canada

 

  • Conserves 54,835 hectares of commercial timberland in British Columbia
  • Protects biodiversity, supports local communities, and maintains carbon stocks
  • Accreditation: Verified Carbon Standard (VCS)

Total CO2 Offset

221 tCO2

TIST Smallholder Forestry – Uganda

 

  • Over 7 million trees planted across 1,641 villages
  • Local farmers earn revenue per tree plus 70% of carbon credit sales
  • Provides sustainable wood, fruit, nuts, and firewood for communities
  • Accreditation: Verified Carbon Standard (VCS)

Total CO2 Offset

221 tCO2

CO2OL Biodiverse Forests – Panama

  • Reforests degraded land with native species, restoring habitat for ~15 endangered animal species
  • Supports long-term sustainable timber and cocoa production
  • Provides fair employment and community health and income support
  • Accreditation: Gold Standard