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Net Zero Week is the UK\u2019s official national awareness week drawing attention to the impacts of climate change and a call to action for businesses and playmakers to take strides towards sustainability. At OCS, we are heeding this call as we take meaningful strides to demonstrate our commitment to delivering positive impacts on our environment and society. Engaging in a multitude of activities aimed at safeguarding our planet, we recognise that transparency is paramount. By sharing our Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) impact report with the public for the first time, we aim to foster accountability and underscore our dedication to three critical aspects: the environment, our people, and governance.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

This report sheds light on our efforts last year and we invite you to explore the depth of our commitment and join us in our collective mission to protect our precious planet.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The merger with Atalian Servest\u2019s operations in the UK, Ireland, and Asia has catapulted us into the echelons of the world\u2019s largest international facilities service providers. This momentous union marks a pivotal step in our quest to become the best facilities service provider in the world. And at the heart of this journey lies a fundamental pillar: ESG.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

A Shared Commitment<\/h3>\n

As a proud member of the OCS Group, our UK and Ireland team is steadfastly aligned with this mission. We refuse to shy away from the challenges that lie ahead. Instead, we embrace an approach rooted in evidenced action\u2014a commitment to tangible progress. This ethos permeates every <\/span>facet<\/span> of our organi<\/span>s<\/span>ation, from the shop floors to the boardrooms.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span> <\/span><\/p>\n

Setting Ambitious Goals<\/h3>\n

Our ESG culture has undergone a remarkable evolution <\/span>since<\/span> 2023, <\/span>fuelled<\/span> by the winds of change sweeping through our business landscape. <\/span>We\u2019ve<\/span> pivoted with <\/span>purpose, casting a brighter and more ambitious spotlight on integrating sustainability into our corporate DNA.<\/span> We <\/span>recognise that<\/span> we are at the begi<\/span>nning of a long <\/span>journey,<\/span> but we <\/span>remain<\/span> committed to enhancing our progress reports as we work toward our goals<\/span>.\u00a0<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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Net Zero GHG Emissions by 2040<\/h3>\n

On theme with Net Zero Week, o<\/span>ur compass points resolutely toward a bold goal\u2014to achieve net zero greenhouse gas emissions across all our UK and Ireland operations by 2040.<\/span> Together, we can turn this vision into reality. Sixteen years may seem fleeting, but the urgency of our planet\u2019s needs propels us forward.<\/span><\/p>\n

Leadership and Strategy<\/h3>\n

As part of our commitment to ESG<\/a> principles, we have <\/span>bolstered our ESG team<\/span> for the UK and Ireland. Their mandate is to elevate our sustainability initiatives to new heights. But our efforts <\/span>don\u2019t<\/span> end there. In 2024, we <\/span>have conducted <\/span>a materiality assessment\u2014a compass that will guide our <\/span>ESG strategy<\/span>, which will be launched later this year<\/span>. We are deliberate in <\/span>identifying<\/span> the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) we champion and <\/span>determining<\/span> where our impact can be most profound. These considerations drive our purposeful journey.<\/span><\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Reshaping Tomorrow<\/h3>\n

As stewards of sustainability, we\u2019re reshaping the contours of responsible management. Our larger business enterprise is charting a course that transcends mere profit margins. It\u2019s about making a difference\u2014socially, environmentally, and commercially. Net Zero Week<\/a> isn\u2019t just a calendar event; it\u2019s a call to action. And we heed that call with resolve. Together, we\u2019ll forge a future where our legacy is one of stewardship, leaving footprints of positive change across the globe.<\/span>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You can read the full report <\/span>here<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n <\/section>\n\n\n

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