Caverion Corporation
Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2015, 2020, 2021, 2023)
Reporting Period: 2015
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Reducing negative environmental impacts
- Excellent leadership
- High-quality service
- Responsible operation
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced accident frequency rate to 8.3 (from 10.1 in 2014)
- Reduced sick leave rate to 4.1% (from 4.4% in 2014)
- 71% of revenue came from OHSAS 18001-certified operations
Social Achievements
- Launched a common Code of Conduct training program
- Conducted the second employee engagement survey, Caverion Spirit, with 79% response rate
- Employed approximately 1,300 summer employees, thesis students, and trainees
Governance Achievements
- Implemented common Safety Guideline and Ground Rules
- Harmonised safety management reporting throughout the group
- Launched a common Code of Conduct training program
Climate Goals & Targets
- Complete Code of Conduct training for all employees by end of 2016
- Conduct performance development discussions with all employees twice a year
Environmental Challenges
- Slowdown in the oil industry in Norway affecting business
- Need to improve feedback and development opportunities for employees
Mitigation Strategies
- Finding alternative solutions to layoffs (internal transfers, pension arrangements, fixed-term agreements)
- Developing action plans based on Caverion Spirit survey results
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Center-lead category management model
- Utilizing group-wide best practices
- Purchasing from best suppliers globally
- Building long-term relationships with suppliers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI G4
Certifications: OHSAS 18001
Awards & Recognition
- Oslo municipality awarded Caverion for being the best Apprenticeship Company
Reporting Period: 2020
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Environment
- Work Safety
- Our people
- Compliance and economic responsibility
- Supply chain
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced Scope 1-2 CO2 emissions from 29,447.5 tonnes in 2019 to 22,675 tonnes in 2020.
- 91% of Caverion’s business was ISO 14001 environmentally certified in 2020.
- CO2 savings for customers from Energy Performance Contracting (EPC), Remote centers and Building Management Systems exceeded annual Scope 1-2 emissions.
Social Achievements
- Improved health and safety performance, achieving one of the best LTIFR (Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate) in the last few years at 4.2.
- Launched Caverion Map of Wellbeing to promote employee well-being.
- Conducted safety training for top management to support line managers in safety initiatives.
Governance Achievements
- Implemented a common people management system in November 2020.
- Published Caverion’s Remuneration Policy for the first time, receiving recognition as the Best Remuneration Policy in Finland in the mid-cap company category.
- Continued implementation of revised Supplier Code of Conduct, reaching 63% coverage of purchase volume by the end of 2020.
Climate Goals & Targets
- By 2030: Positive carbon handprint 10 times greater than own carbon footprint (Scope 1-2).
- By 2025: Positive carbon handprint 5 times greater than carbon footprint.
Environmental Challenges
- Coronavirus pandemic impacting operations and supply chain.
- Reducing the environmental footprint of the company's vehicle fleet (95% diesel).
Mitigation Strategies
- Implemented remote working capabilities.
- Active supply chain management to avoid disruptions.
- Increased use of gas, hybrid and full electric business cars.
- Reduced store pick-ups to reduce driving kilometers and emissions.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Pilot program for common group-wide supplier audit process.
Responsible Procurement
- Category management model.
- Supplier Code of Conduct (63% purchase volume coverage).
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Opportunities
- Developing energy-efficient products and services.
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (Core option)
Certifications: ISO 14001 (91% of business), ISO 9001 (100% of business), ISO/IEC 27001 (common IT services), OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001 (91% of business)
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Good health and well-being
- Gender equality
- Decent work and economic growth
- Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- Sustainable cities and communities
- Climate action
Caverion's 2025 sustainability targets and KPIs are linked to these SDGs.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Energy Performance Contracting (EPC)
- Remote centers
- Building Management Systems
Awards & Recognition
- Best Remuneration Policy in Finland (mid-cap company category)
Reporting Period: 2021
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Decreasing our footprint
- Increasing our handprint
- Caring for our people
- Ensuring sustainable value chain
Environmental Achievements
- Reduced LTIFR to an all-time low of 4.0
- Handprint doubled the size of the footprint (Scope 1-2)
- Innovation: Turning condensation heat from supermarket into clean energy
- Replacement of 75 fossil fuel-led service vehicles with EVs in Norway
Social Achievements
- Offered apprenticeships to more than 800 young professionals
- Launched a campaign in Norway to prevent harassment
- Employee engagement survey showed high levels of safety responsibility, extra effort willingness, and customer service prioritization
Governance Achievements
- Committed to the UN Global Compact and Sustainable Development Goals
- Joined the Science Based Targets initiative
- Completed seven acquisitions strengthening capabilities in various areas
Climate Goals & Targets
- Positive carbon handprint 10 times greater than carbon footprint (Scope 1-2) by 2030
- Positive carbon handprint 5 times greater than carbon footprint (Scope 1-2) by 2025
Environmental Challenges
- COVID-19 pandemic impacting safety and wellbeing
- Rising material prices, shortages, and delivery delays in the supply chain
Mitigation Strategies
- Following official regulations and customer guidance, providing instructions to employees
- Optimising the supply chain and managing pricing, utilizing group-wide best practices and purchasing from the best suppliers
Supply Chain Management
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
- Continuous consolidation of purchases to selected suppliers
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards (Core option)
Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 9001, ISO/IEC 27001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Good health and wellbeing
- Gender equality
- Decent work and economic growth
- Industry, Innovation, and Infrastructure
- Sustainable cities and communities
- Climate action
Sustainability targets and KPIs linked to these SDGs
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Smart building automation
- Smart heating and cooling
- Sustainable refrigeration
- Industrial solutions
- EV charging
- Solar panels
Awards & Recognition
- Best Remuneration Report 2020 in Finland (mid-cap company category)
- Best Remuneration Policy 2020 in Finland (mid-cap company category)
Reporting Period: 2023
Environmental Metrics
ESG Focus Areas
- Decreasing our footprint
- Increasing our handprint
- Caring for our people
- Ensuring sustainable value chain
Environmental Achievements
- Sent emission reduction targets for SBTi validation, aiming for at least 42% reduction of total emissions (Scope 1, 2, and 3) by 2030 compared to 2021.
- Completed Scope 3 GHG emission inventory calculations.
- Installed Norway's first public charging station for heavy transport.
- Developed a solution for the Caverion Drive automation system, optimizing hotel energy consumption.
Social Achievements
- Achieved an overall employee engagement score of 74% with an 82% response rate in the bi-annual employee engagement survey.
- Launched a safety and wellbeing culture improvement initiative.
- Launched a DEI program for top management and hiring managers.
- Continued the implementation of sustainability eLearning, achieving a 97% completion rate.
Governance Achievements
- 80% of purchase volume covered by the Supplier Code of Conduct.
- Implemented a practical Managing misconduct handbook.
- Introduced separate Speak-up guidelines to ensure high-quality whistleblowing report systems.
- Rolled out a mandatory eLearning on competition law for relevant employees.
Climate Goals & Targets
- In line with the Paris agreement 1.5⁰C goal by 2030.
- Reduce at least 42% of total emissions (Scopes 1-3) compared to 2021 by 2030.
- Ten times carbon handprint over footprint (Scope 1-2) by 2030.
- 15% share of female employees by 2025.
- >90% Supplier Code of Conduct sign-off rate by 2025.
- 100% of tender requests to include sustainability criteria by 2025.
- More than half of the service van fleet to be electric by 2025.
- Five times carbon handprint over footprint (Scope 1-2) by 2025.
Environmental Challenges
- Supply chain disruptions due to ESG risks (environmental, labor, human rights, ethical, and sustainable procurement).
- Data availability needed to fulfil the requirements for substantial contribution and Do No Significant Harm (DNSH) for EU Taxonomy alignment.
- Potential human rights risks related to subcontractor practices.
Mitigation Strategies
- Invested in EcoVadis Sustainability Intelligence Suite to evaluate and mitigate ESG risks in the supply chain.
- Engaged in active supplier dialogue to reduce environmental impact and strengthen cooperation.
- Implemented human rights risk management in the supply chain and due diligence process using EcoVadis.
- Provided ethical reporting channels for internal and external stakeholders.
Supply Chain Management
Supplier Audits: Supplier risk assessments and audits conducted regularly.
Responsible Procurement
- Supplier Code of Conduct
Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities
Physical Risks
- Temperature-related risks
- Flooding (impacting EV charging stations)
Transition Risks
- Regulatory changes
- Market shifts
Opportunities
- Development of energy-efficient products and services
Reporting Standards
Frameworks Used: GRI Standards
Certifications: ISO 14001 (93% of business), ISO 45001 (93% of business), ISO/IEC 27001
UN Sustainable Development Goals
- Good health and wellbeing
- Gender equality
- Clean water and sanitation
- Affordable and clean energy
- Decent work and economic growth
- Industry, innovation, and infrastructure
- Sustainable cities and communities
- Responsible consumption and production
- Climate action
Initiatives contribute to these goals through various actions described in the report.
Sustainable Products & Innovation
- Smart refrigeration system (CO₂ heat pumps)
- Caverion Drive automation system for hotels
Awards & Recognition
- Golden Helmet award