Our sustainability strategy.
Our approach for a cleaner future is about encouraging everyone to do the right thing and driving actions that minimise environmental impact.
We are focusing on...
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Reducing our negative environmental impact, promoting a positive and healthy working environment, and cutting back on our waste.
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Underpinning our approach with strong governance and responsible behaviours, using a clear baseline and agreed targets, to measure our progress.
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We recognise our role as a sector leader, and we’re using our voice to advocate for more sustainable ways of working across the industry.
Our progress in key areas.
Environment.
We recognise we have to play our part in the environment's long-term sustainability. Leading the way towards a greener, more responsible future.
People.
By fostering an inclusive, engaging, and supportive workplace, we empower our employees to grow and thrive.
Governance.
The Board believes in a strong governance culture and recognises the need to adopt and comply with a recognised corporate governance code.
Progress in 2024.
Completed “EcoVadis” rating for Midwich Limited.
Reduction in Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions of 20% vs 2023.
Launched our “12 in 12 BIG WINS” carbon reduction plans.
Winner of the 2024 Health and Wellbeing Recognition Award at the CRN Women and Diversity awards.
hours donated to volunteering projects by our teams.
registered members of our successful menopause employee support group.
raised for our chosen Gift of AV charities.
recyclable marketing materials.
colleagues attended our mental wellbeing webinar series.
trees donated to five reforest action projects.
Successful Get Active initiative run in EMEA.
Switched all UK&I sites to renewable green energy tariffs, where relevant.
Our future commitments.
Enhance our Volunteering Policy allowing staff to choose local projects close to the heart.
Continue to support our chosen charities.
Install solar panels at our global HQ.
Low-emission cars at our global HQ.
Issue Sustainable Green Travel Policy across our UK&I businesses.
To complete “EcoVadis” rating for DVS and Nimans businesses.
Widen our “EVERY VOICE” Employee Resource Groups, championing diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
Commit to have a trained Mental Health First Aider located at every site across the UK&I. We currently have 21 across our businesses.
Continue to work with our top brands to support them taking their sustainability messages to market.