SII Group
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2021-04 to 2022-03, 2022-2023, 2023-2024)
Reporting Period: 2021-04 to 2022-03
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Employer well-being
- Eco-design
- Environmental impact reduction
- Data protection
- Business ethics
- Diversity and inclusion
Environmental Achievements
- Implementation of an environmental management system based on ISO 14001 (multiple branches and subsidiaries certified)
- Initiatives to reduce paper and plastic waste (e.g., electronic document management, duplex printing)
- Actions to optimize business travel and promote sustainable transportation
- Use of green energy in several locations
- EcoVadis Environment score of 70/100
Social Achievements
- Great Place To Work certification in multiple countries
- Best Employer 2022 award by Capital magazine
- Significant investment in employee training (99,947 hours)
- Initiatives to promote diversity and inclusion (e.g., diversity charter, partnerships with disability organizations)
- Actions to improve employee well-being (e.g., teleworking agreement, flexible working hours, health and safety programs)
Governance Achievements
- Commitment to the UN Global Compact (GC Advanced level)
- Robust ethical policy and anti-corruption measures in compliance with Sapin II Law
- Ethics Committee with an independent member
- Internal control framework in line with AMF recommendations
Climate Goals & Targets
- Carbon neutrality by 2050
- Double-digit revenue growth and operating margin between 9% and 10% for the first half of 2022-2023
Environmental Challenges
- Global economic uncertainty (inflation, energy prices, supply chain disruptions)
- Geopolitical instability (Ukraine conflict)
- Labor shortages in the IT sector
- Maintaining high employee satisfaction and retention in a competitive market
Mitigation Strategies
- Agile and responsive business model
- Focus on organic growth and strategic acquisitions
- Continued investment in employee training and well-being
- Diversification of customer base and sectors
- Proactive risk management
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Selection of suppliers meeting social and environmental criteria
- Inclusion of social and environmental clauses in contracts
- Preference for eco-friendly products
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, UN Global Compact, Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), EcoVadis
Certifications: ISO 9001, EN 9100, ISO 27001, ISO 14001, Qualiopi, MASE (Aix-en-Provence branch)
Third-party Assurance: RSM Paris
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Goal 4 (Quality Education)
- Goal 5 (Gender Equality)
- Goal 8 (Decent Work and Economic Growth)
- Goal 9 (Industry, Innovation and Infrastructure)
- Goal 10 (Reduced Inequalities)
- Goal 13 (Climate Action)
SII's initiatives contribute to these SDGs through various programs and commitments.
Awards & Recognition
- EcoVadis platinum medal
- Great Place To Work certifications
- Best Employer 2022 award
Reporting Period: 2022-2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Economic and financial challenges
- Employee-related challenges
- Environmental and social challenges
Environmental Achievements
- 93% of IT equipment purchases eco-labelled
- 100% of SII vehicle fleet (4.7%)
- Reduction targets for 2030: 45% in scopes 1 and 2, 25% in scope 3
Social Achievements
- 84% employee satisfaction (GPTW Trust Index)
- 75.5% of employees educated about CSR
- Local Quality of Life at Work working groups
- Partnership with Jhô to address endometriosis
- Regular participation in sporting events for social causes
- Signing of the LGBT+ Charter of Commitment
Governance Achievements
- Harmonisation of ISO 9001, 9100, 14001 and 27001 certifications
- Transparency on contribution to sustainable activities in annual financial report
- Commitment to the UN Global Compact
Climate Goals & Targets
- Reduce emissions by 45% in scopes 1 and 2 and 25% in scope 3 by 2030
Environmental Challenges
- Economic and financial challenges
- Employee retention and attraction
- Environmental impact of digital activities
Mitigation Strategies
- Ecodesign training and tools (SII Ecopack, MyProjectImpact calculator)
- Initiatives to improve employee well-being and diversity & inclusion
- Decarbonisation plan with targets for 2030, responsible purchasing charter, energy efficiency plan
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Responsible Purchasing Charter
- Eco-labelled computers and monitors
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: UN Global Compact, GHG Protocol, Science Based Targets (SBTi)
Certifications: ISO 9001, ISO 9100, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, Qualiopi
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 11 Sustainable Development Goals
Awards & Recognition
- Best Employer 2023 by Capital Magazine
Reporting Period: 2023-2024
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Climate Change
- Resource Scarcity
- Human and Social Rights
- Cybersecurity
- Artificial Intelligence
- Digital Transformation
- Employee Well-being
- Diversity & Inclusion
- Responsible Digitalization
- Philanthropy
Environmental Achievements
- SII France is on track to reduce Scope 1 emissions by 10.3%. A 2030 Decarbonation Plan for SII France aims for a 45% reduction in Scopes 1 & 2 emissions and a 25% reduction in Scope 3 emissions.
- Increased percentage of eco-labeled PC purchases (57.7%) and eco-labeled screen purchases (99.6%).
- Implementation of energy efficiency plan.
Social Achievements
- 16 SII entities are Great Place To Work certified.
- SII France awarded “Best Workplaces” 2024 label.
- SII Poland awarded “Best Workplaces” 2024 label.
- SII Romania awarded “Best Workplaces” 2024 label.
- Launched “Recommend a Friend” program in Poland to encourage employee referrals.
- Implemented onboarding process in Colombia to support new employees.
- Launched “Buddy Program” in Poland to facilitate integration of new employees.
- SII Colombia recognized as one of the best places to work in Colombia for women.
- Employee satisfaction (Great Place to Work) at 81%.
Governance Achievements
- Creation of a CSR and Climate Committee.
- 70% of employees exposed to corruption risks trained in business ethics and anti-corruption practices.
- Robust ethics policy based on 8 measures prescribed by the Sapin II Law.
Climate Goals & Targets
- Net zero emissions by 2050
- Achieve 30% renewable energy (implied)
- Reduce SII France GHG emissions by 45% (Scope 1 & 2) and 25% (Scope 3) by 2030.
- Reduce water consumption (implied)
- Improve data collection for Scope 3 emissions.
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions (implied)
- Increasing energy consumption
- Increase in goods and services purchased
- Increase in rented m²
- Incomplete Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions data for some subsidiaries.
- Low proportion of renewable energy consumed.
Mitigation Strategies
- Development of alternative sourcing strategies (implied)
- Implementation of an energy efficiency plan.
- Responsible purchasing drive.
- Deployment of teleworking.
- Sustainable mobility initiatives (public transport reimbursement, electric vehicle fleet electrification).
- Improved waste management procedures.
- Gradual incorporation of market-based approach for Scope 2 emissions.
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Responsible Purchasing Charter
- CSR audits of subcontractors
- Social and environmental clauses in contracts
- Preference for suppliers promoting disability inclusion and eco-responsible practices.
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Rising air temperatures
- Rising freshwater temperatures
- Rising seawater temperatures
- Heatwaves
- Changes in precipitation patterns
- Flooding
- Storms
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI, UNGC, SDGs, ISO 26000, TCFD (implied)
Certifications: ISO 27001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 (SII Spain & Romania)
Third-party Assurance: RSM Paris (moderate assurance)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- 3
- 4
- 5
- 7
- 8
- 9
- 10
- 11
- 12
- 13
- 16
- 17
The report details how various initiatives contribute to these SDGs.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- My Project Impact (carbon footprint calculator)
Awards & Recognition
- EcoVadis Gold Medal (74/100)
- CSR Poland Awards (Employee well-being category)
- Employer Pro-Vélo Silver Medal (SII Atlantique)
- Best Workplaces 2024 (SII France, Poland, Romania)