Our Commitments to Net Zero
At Equans UK & Ireland, we take our own actions on climate change seriously but also recognise our role as an enabler for many of our customers in their own journeys to Net Zero.
Validation by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi)
Equans group has received full independent validation of its decarbonisation plans by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi). The SBTi has officially validated Equans Group’s global near-term greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions reduction targets, confirming their alignment with SBTi's rigorous criteria and recommendations. The SBTi has classified Equans’ targets ambition as consistent with the 1.5°C trajectory outlined in the Paris Agreement. This milestone underscores Equans’ commitment to global sustainability and its ambition to lead the energy, digital, and industrial transitions toward a low-carbon and more resilient world.
Ongoing commitment to decarbonisation
To support these global decarbonisation plans, Equans UK & Ireland have adopted net zero targets as follows:
- Net Zero by 2035 for Scope 1* & 2*
- Net Zero by 2050 for all Scope 3** emissions with a 52% reduction by 2030***
* Scope 1 & 2 direct and indirect greenhouse gas and indirect energy-related emissions (comprising of 2.13% / 14,732 tCO2e of Equans UK & Ireland emissions in 2023)
**Scope 3 other indirect emissions, including emissions such as travel, grey fleet, water, waste, services delivered to clients and supply chain (comprising 97.87% / 645,863t CO2e of Equans UK & Ireland emissions in 2023)
*** 52% of GHG emissions per value added between 2023 and 2030 (equivalent to -36% in absolute terms) including purchased goods and services, energy related activities, waste, employee commuting, business travel and downstream energy use of sold products and services.
Helping our Customers on their Net Zero journeys
Our Net Zero pledge complements our vision to support businesses, government, and public sector organisations in transitioning to a low-carbon and resilient future. Carbon Shift, from Equans, is an integrated end-to-end approach that combines technical expertise, operational excellence, and innovative thinking to provide a comprehensive route to decarbonisation. To date, we have identified over 2 million tonnes of CO2 savings for clients in the UK.
Training and support for our supply chain
We are committed to supporting our supply chain, particularly SMEs, in their sustainability efforts. With the support of the Supply Chain School, we have hosted webinars on various topics, including the circular economy, modern slavery and social value. We have also organised workshops and the Climate Fresk training. These initiatives ensure that our partners are well-equipped to contribute to our collective decarbonisation goals.
Integrated ESG strategy
Our decarbonisation road map and net zero targets form part of our Planet, Equans’ wider global strategy for Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) commitments, balancing global initiatives with local action.
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