Ten Years of Progress:
ESG Report 2025.
Designing for nature, people, and purpose. This report highlights our decade-long commitment to embed sustainability, ethics, and responsibility into every aspect of our work.
Our Commitment: Environment, Social, Governance
Environment (E)
Protecting and prioritising biodiversity through innovation and low-carbon practices.
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Net Zero Operations: Head office achieved Net Zero Carbon in 2020 (100% renewable energy).
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Project Impact: 11% of 2023-24 projects were renewables (Solar PV, Wind Farms, etc.).
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Carbon Reduction: 77% reduction in average consultant mileage over three years.
Social Responsibility (S)
Investing in our team's potential, wellbeing, and building an inclusive, flexible culture.
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Workplace Excellence: Great Place to Work accredited since 2023.
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Talent Investment: 1,906 hours of training delivered in 2024 (68 hours per person).
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Diversity: 70% female workforce and #20 on UK's Best Workplaces for Women list in 2025.
Governance (G)
Maintaining the highest quality and ethical standards, guided by a focus on long-term sustainability.
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Quality & Risk: ISO 9001:2015 certified for robust business management systems.
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Ethical Screening: All projects adhere to strict criteria on safety, legality, and company values.
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Leadership: Experienced Senior Management Team ensuring ESG oversight and strategic direction.
Future Focus
Our Ambitions for the Decade Ahead.
Grow Low-Carbon Projects to 25% by 2030
Expand the proportion of renewable energy and carbon capture projects from 11% to a quarter of our portfolio to support climate-positive developments.
Championing Biodiversity Net Gain (BNG)
Continue to design schemes that provide measurable ecological benefits, enhance connectivity, and integrate nature-based solutions.
Strengthen Data Sharing & Conservation
Go beyond legal requirements to share comprehensive ecological data with Local Environmental Record Centres for more informed regional planning.
Nurture Talent and Inclusion
Committed to supporting neurodiversity, nurturing talent, and maintaining an inclusive, flexible workplace where all team members thrive.