Climate Change Data

Unipart Group of Companies Limited

Climate Impact & Sustainability Data (2023)

Reporting Period: 2023

Environmental Metrics

Total Carbon Emissions:140,956 tCO2e (reduced in 2022)
Scope 1 Emissions:27,723 tCO2e (2022)
Scope 2 Emissions:3,089 tCO2e (2022)
Scope 3 Emissions:443,750 tCO2e (2022)
Renewable Energy Share:100% for Unipart Logistics, NHS Supply Chain, and Unipart Rail
Carbon Intensity:745 tCO2e/£m (2021), 515 tCO2e/£m (2022)

ESG Focus Areas

  • Climate Change
  • Employee Engagement
  • Safety
  • Wellbeing
  • Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
  • Community
  • Governance

Environmental Achievements

  • Eliminated 140,956 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (tCO2e) from its operations and value chain related emissions footprint.
  • Reduced Scope 1 and 2 emissions by 12%
  • Reduced Scope 3 emissions by 24%
  • Switched Unipart Logistics, NHS Supply Chain, and Unipart Rail to 100% renewable energy, saving over 6,000 tonnes of carbon annually.
  • Achieved zero waste to landfill since 2016.
  • Recycled 97% (13,505 tonnes) of all waste in 2020.
  • Eliminated over 312 tonnes of single-use plastics across its operations.
  • Reduced CO2 emissions by 23% through Smart LED lighting systems.
  • Reduced water consumption by 11% through push taps and sensors and rainwater harvesting.

Social Achievements

  • 79% employee engagement survey participation rate with positive satisfaction and engagement scores.
  • More than three times the amount of “actively” engaged colleagues than an average UK organisation.
  • Introduced a mental health first aider programme with over 200 trained volunteers.
  • Launched a financial wellbeing campaign to address the rising cost of living.
  • Implemented policies to close the gender pay gap gradually.
  • Celebrated the 35th anniversary of its flagship recognition scheme Mark in Action.

Governance Achievements

  • Applies the Wates Corporate Governance Principles for Large Private Companies.
  • Implemented a robust risk management framework.
  • Obtained ISO 45001 accreditation.
  • Retained bronze accreditation in the voluntary Fleet Operator Compliance Scheme.

Climate Goals & Targets

Long-term Goals:
  • Achieve net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across the value chain by 2040.
Medium-term Goals:
  • Reduce Scope 3 emissions by at least 90% by 2040.
Short-term Goals:
  • Reduce Scope 1 and 2 emissions by at least 90% by 2030.

Environmental Challenges

  • Climate change
  • Scope 3 emissions reduction
  • Rising energy prices
  • Rising cost of living
  • Attracting and retaining diverse talent
  • Evolving consequences of the Covid-19 pandemic
  • Geopolitical instability
  • Cybercrime
  • Rising inflation
  • Changing stakeholder attitudes towards climate and the environment
Mitigation Strategies
  • Established near and long-term science-based emissions reduction targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative.
  • Developed and reviewed carbon action plan, including scope 3 emissions.
  • Launched Energ-eyes Friday campaign to engage employees in energy-saving initiatives.
  • Introduced a new employee assistance provider LifeWorks.
  • Enhanced sign up process to LifeWorks to improve accessibility.
  • Partnered with financial wellness organisation Salary Finance.
  • Thoroughly examined recruitment practices to increase diversity.
  • Implemented a robust risk management framework.
  • Implemented mitigations for identified principal risks (pension funding, talent and capability, IT security and stability, customer retention, and international market operations).

Supply Chain Management

Responsible Procurement
  • Supporting suppliers with science-based targets
  • Prioritising local sourcing
  • 100% sustainably sourced packaging products in UK operations

Climate-Related Risks & Opportunities

Reporting Standards

Frameworks Used: Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi), Task Force for Climate-related Financial Disclosures (TCFD), UN Race to Zero

Certifications: ISO 14001, ISO 45001

Third-party Assurance: British Safety Council

UN Sustainable Development Goals

  • 1
  • 2
  • 3
  • 4
  • 5
  • 6
  • 7
  • 8
  • 9
  • 10
  • 11
  • 12
  • 13
  • 14
  • 15
  • 16
  • 17

Unipart's commitment to sustainability aligns seamlessly with the UN Sustainable Development Goals. Through meticulous strategy and concerted efforts, Unipart has championed clean energy practices, reduced waste and emissions, fostered inclusive workplaces, and advanced responsible supply chains.

Sustainable Products & Innovation

  • Eco Insight
  • Solar Power Control Cabinet (SPCC)
  • UniTrack
  • Transport Management System (TMS)
  • Hyperbat electric vehicle batteries

Awards & Recognition

  • British Safety Council Globe of Honour (10 years)
  • British Safety Council Swords of Honour (60+ since 2011)
  • British Safety Council ‘Sword of Honour Consistent Achievement Award’
  • British Safety Council International Safety Awards (Best in Country, Transport and Logistics, Chief Adjudicator’s Award)