Environmental (ESG)

As a provider of essential services with more than 120,000 employees across 26 countries, we have a duty to bring about positive change in the communities we serve.

2040 Net Zero target

Every OCS company in the UK, Ireland, Australia, and New Zealand commits to being net zero by 2040. We will do this by adopting a full-scope approach. Our targets cover:

  • Scope 1: direct emissions from the buildings and assets we own or lease.
  • Scope 2: indirect emissions from purchased electricity, steam, heating and cooling systems.
  • Scope 3: indirect emissions throughout our value chain, for example from our suppliers and customers. We know this, in particular, is complex, and we will need to influence many different partners. However, we believe that our commitment should include all those we work with to achieve net zero authentically.

Every OCS company in other countries commits to being net zero for Scope 1 and 2 by 2040, and full scope by 2050.

However, it is our ambition to achieve net zero ahead of our own targets, where infrastructure and available green resources allow.

To achieve our net zero targets, we have committed to several key milestones:

  • 100% renewable energy in our UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand offices by 2025.
  • 100% electric or hybrid vehicles across our global business by 2034.
  • 70% reduction in our Scope 1 emissions by 2030 in OCS companies in the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.
  • 56% reduction in Scope 3 emissions by 2030 in OCS companies in the UK, Ireland, Australia and New Zealand.

Our net zero commitment is made in line with science-based targets to reduce emissions in line with the Paris Agreement goals. Science-based targets provide resilience against new regulations, drive innovation and demonstrate our commitments are authentic.

Protecting our planet’s natural resources

Some of the steps we’re taking to protect our environment include:

  • Reducing chemical use through innovative, biodegradable cleaning solutions, including deionised water.
  • Improving waste management systems to reduce the amount of waste going to landfill.
  • Working with our customers to improve their energy efficiency.
  • Working with suppliers that share our sustainability goals, through a responsible and sustainable procurement policy.
  • Working with our suppliers to eradicate single-use plastics in our supply chain.
  • Expanding our partnerships with governments, NGOs and customers, to develop effective sustainability strategies.
  • Embedding sustainable behaviours into everything we do.

Using our influence for good

The nature of our work means that we are in a unique position to support other businesses in their drive towards net zero.

Sustainable Initiatives
As a trusted partner, we use our influence to help customers achieve their own sustainability targets by developing sustainability initiatives.
Sustainable Technology
We leverage technology to drive building efficiencies, transition to electric vehicles, and reduce our reliance on natural resources in our operations.

Our approach

Environmental action and outcomes

UK retains EcoVadis silver rating

OCS UK has proudly earned a silver EcoVadis sustainability rating, reflecting our commitment to responsible practices. EcoVadis, with a vast network of over 100,000+ rated companies, is the world’s foremost provider of business sustainability ratings.

Thailand’s greenhouse gas certification

Our Thailand HQ is now powered by solar panels. Our sustainability efforts in Thailand earned us the Thailand Greenhouse Gas Management Organisation certification for our carbon footprint. We are the first facilities services company to receive the award.

New Zealand sustainability partnerships

In New Zealand, our team has formed strategic partnerships with leading sustainability experts to help accelerate our customers’ sustainability ambitions and reach their goals and targets – helping one customer divert over 200 tonnes of office equipment from landfills.

UK Government contract waste reduction

Our UK team have made strides in sustainability by tackling the challenge of recycling seemingly impossible items, such as paper towels. Innovation has meant a 20% reduction in waste on just one of our government contracts, showcasing our approach to finding practical and sustainable solutions.

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