Climate Change Data

Atelier Ten

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2015, 2016)

Reporting Period: 2015

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Protection
  • Resource Conservation
  • Recycling
  • Sustainable Procurement
  • Community Engagement
  • Staff training and education
  • Diversity and equality
  • Wellbeing
  • Client and collaborator satisfaction
  • Participation
  • Stability and profitability
  • Market presence
  • Innovation
  • Quality
  • Certification
  • IT and communications
  • Health and safety

Environmental Achievements

  • 100% of all CO2 emissions from business travel, couriers, and staff commutes offset
  • 8% decrease in electricity use compared to 2014
  • 9% increase in proportion of recycled materials compared to 2014
  • Achieved BREEAM Outstanding certification for WWF Living Planet Centre

Social Achievements

  • 100% of staff had an internal review
  • 14% of staff were promoted internally
  • 41% of staff were sent on training courses
  • Introduced flexible working arrangements
  • Launched various green initiatives in London office based on staff survey (yoga classes, bike doctor, etc.)
  • Raised over £5,000 for charity through cycling event
  • Ran an after-school Engineering Club engaging young students with STEM subjects

Governance Achievements

  • Operates an integrated quality and environmental management system meeting ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 requirements (transitioning to 2015 versions)
  • Established a corporate responsibility framework comprising various policies and reporting mechanisms
  • International Strategic Board leads sustainability integration into long-term strategic planning

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Shaping a more sustainable world
Short-term Goals:
  • Distribute a follow-up survey and introduce an anti-plastic bag strategy in London office

Environmental Challenges

  • 12% increase in natural gas use compared to 2014
  • Balancing the need for business travel with environmental impact
  • Managing risks associated with climate change (travel and energy disruptions)
  • Maintaining a diverse workforce
  • Economic slowdown impacting projects in Singapore and wider Southeast Asia
Mitigation Strategies
  • Investing in new technologies and changing work practices to reduce energy consumption
  • Strengthening video conferencing facilities to reduce foreign travel
  • Carbon offsetting through investment in social and environmental projects
  • Targeted programs to promote engineering careers among young people
  • Developing and strengthening relationships with Singapore government agencies to tap into state-funded projects

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Embedded environmental principles into formal relationships with suppliers
  • Prioritizes small local suppliers
  • Collaborates with suppliers to develop action plans to improve their environmental, social, and business performance

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Extreme weather events (e.g., wildfires, bleaching of the Great Barrier Reef)
Transition Risks
  • Changes in environmental legislation and regulations
Opportunities
  • Reducing energy consumption and costs
  • Strengthening reputation as a sustainability leader
  • Improving employee engagement

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI G4 Sustainability Reporting Guidelines (self-declared GRI level C)

Certifications: ISO 9001:2008 and ISO 14001:2004 (transitioning to 2015 versions)

Awards & Recognition

  • Various RIBA awards
  • BCO awards
  • NLA awards
  • GIA awards

Reporting Period: 2016

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 1 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 2 Emissions:Not disclosed
Scope 3 Emissions:Not disclosed
Renewable Energy Share:Not disclosed
Total Energy Consumption:Not disclosed
Water Consumption:Not disclosed
Waste Generated:Not disclosed
Carbon Intensity:Not disclosed

ESG Focus Areas

  • Environmental Protection
  • Resource Conservation
  • Recycling
  • Sustainable Procurement
  • Community Engagement
  • Health and Safety
  • Diversity and Inclusion
  • Corporate Governance
  • Ethical Practices
  • Employee Well-being

Environmental Achievements

  • Reduced electricity consumption by 5% year-on-year, normalized per member of staff
  • Carbon neutral company through offsetting unavoidable emissions
  • Office refits in multiple locations focused on lower energy use
  • Implemented various office green initiatives (reusable bags, improved recycling, energy-efficient lighting, ergonomic chairs, etc.)

Social Achievements

  • Launched and ran an after-school Engineering Club
  • Raised over £5,000 for Cancer Research UK through the Shine Night Marathon
  • Improved office spaces to enhance employee well-being (larger kitchen, acoustically separated printing areas, showers, etc.)
  • Maintained a diverse workforce (36% women in London office, 24% in total UK workforce)

Governance Achievements

  • ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified
  • Implemented an integrated quality and environmental management system
  • Established a corporate responsibility framework with various policies and reporting mechanisms
  • International Strategic Board drives sustainability priorities

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Medium-term Goals:
  • Not disclosed
Short-term Goals:
  • Distribute a follow-up survey on office green initiatives
  • Continue to green the office with more plants
  • Undertake a two-pronged study into internal thermal comfort and air quality

Environmental Challenges

  • Increasing energy use from natural gas (3% increase compared to 2015)
  • Balancing business travel needs with environmental impact
  • Maintaining a high level of employee engagement
  • Improving gender balance in senior management and technical roles
Mitigation Strategies
  • Investing in new technologies and changing work practices to reduce energy consumption
  • Strengthening video conferencing facilities to reduce international travel
  • Regular employee feedback and communication channels
  • Targeted programs to promote engineering careers among young people

Supply Chain Management

Supplier Audits: Not disclosed

Responsible Procurement
  • Prioritizing small local suppliers
  • Working collaboratively with suppliers to improve their environmental and social performance

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Physical Risks
  • Disruption to travel or energy
Transition Risks
  • Not disclosed
Opportunities
  • Reducing energy consumption and costs
  • Strengthening reputation as a sustainability leader

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: GRI G4 Sustainability Reporting Guidelines

Certifications: ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015

Third-party Assurance: Not disclosed

Sustainable Products & Innovation

Not disclosed

Awards & Recognition

  • Various awards for projects (listed in the report)