Climate Change Data

Environmental Metrics

ESG Focus Areas

• Environment
• Social
• Governance

Environmental Achievements

• Working towards ISO 14001 – Environmental Management
• Reducing energy, water, and resource consumption as well as greenhouse gas emissions
• Recycling packaging material
• Recycling equipment and parts where possible
• Use of electric vehicles where possible
• Reducing travel by continuing with remote meetings

Social Achievements

• Support and assistance provided in many regions of operation
• Support for the Westminster Group Foundation
• Structured systems to support staff and provide training programs
• Flexible working arrangements, including home working
• Free refreshments, gym time, and medical support
• Team building and social events

Governance Achievements

• Adoption of the Quoted Companies Alliance (QCA) Corporate Governance Code 2018
• Strict policies for all compliance risks and regular policy reviews
• Regular staff training on anti-bribery, sanctions/controls, and stock market requirements
• Comprehensive anti-bribery policy and procedure
• Annual anti-bribery webinar for all Directors and staff

Climate Goals & Targets

Environmental Challenges

• Global economic turmoil and financial uncertainty leading to delays in contract awards
• Slippage of a multi-million-pound Technology project due to a country's budget constraints
• Continued delay in the ratification of the DRC contract
• Delay in the West African Port project due to land issues
• Strained relationship with local partners regarding the Ghana port project

Mitigation Strategies

• Cost reductions and regular risk assessments
• Processes and safe working practices, including home working
• Developing a more formal and focused ESG strategy
• Building more core business in the UK and developed world areas
• Exploring debt funding and leasing providers to transition large-scale projects to a longer-term revenue model
• Expanding the global footprint through the development of the agent network and strategic joint ventures
• Mitigation strategies developed by the Risk Committee

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement

• Choosing the best products that meet customer requirements
• Exclusive supply arrangements for specific products
• Advantageous supply arrangements with leading suppliers

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: QCA Corporate Governance Code 2018, ISO 26000 (reference document)

Certifications: ISO 9001 (Quality Assurance), Working towards ISO 14001

Sustainable Products & Innovation

• Solar street lighting
• Oil leak detection