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IRISH FOODSERVICE SUPPLIERS ALLIANCE

Sodexo UK & Ireland is ahead of schedule on Net Zero 2040 roadmap

15/1/2024

 
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​Workplace services provider Sodexo UK & Ireland has achieved a 37% reduction in absolute greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions across scopes 1, 2 and 3, compared to its baseline year of 2017 putting it ahead of schedule on its journey to net zero 2040.  

This reduction represents the removal of approximately 400,000 tonnes of carbon (tCO2e) from its footprint as at 31 May 2023 and includes emissions relating to all company activities across the UK and Ireland, including direct operations, activity at client sites and supply chain. 

Sodexo – which was one of the first organisations to have a Science Based Targets initiative approved net zero target – had shown in its net zero transition plan that, to remain on track, it would have needed to achieve at least 25.5% reduction in absolute GHG emissions by the end of FY23, arriving at 810,886tCO2e. Instead, the business achieved a 37% reduction and recorded a footprint of 689,172tCO2e.
 
A comprehensive report covering the period 1 June 2022 to 31 May 2023, with externally verified emissions data, highlights key achievements for Sodexo UK and Ireland, including:
  • Scope 1 & 2 emissions: In the UK and Ireland, Sodexo reduced emissions in its direct control by 50%, through initiatives such as membership in the Climate Group’s RE100; commitment to 100% renewable energy purchases; and a progressive transition to hybrid and electric vehicles. In the last financial year, Sodexo purchased 96% renewable energy.

  • Scope 3 emissions: The business also achieved a 36% reduction in scope 3 GHG emissions – those outside its direct control. Initiatives such as Sodexo’s net zero supply chain engagement strategy; a commitment to sustainable food options; and a robust food waste prevention programme have contributed significantly to the reduction.

  • Flag Targets: Sodexo has now set forest, land and agriculture (FLAG) science-based targets – 40% absolute GHG emissions reduction by 2030 and a 72% reduction by 2040. 

Sean Haley, chief executive, Sodexo UK & Ireland, said: “While there is still a long way to go, it is important to take a moment to reflect on quite how much has been achieved since 2010, when we first started working with WWF on our scope 1 and 2 calculations. Our latest report is encouraging and will, I am sure, build confidence in our ability to achieve our near and long-term targets to achieve net zero 2040.”
  
Claire Atkins Morris, sustainability director, Sodexo UK & Ireland, said: “Working towards net zero is complex and can be an overwhelming challenge. With multiple data sets and action levers across business activities, it isn't easy.  There are many opportunities for learning, refining and improving as we go. This, naturally, means that we need to be agile to the fast pace of change informed by external factors.”
 
“This year, for example, we chose to move away from our 2025 carbon neutral target and reallocate funds to decarbonisation projects. We should all expect to see and be comfortable with changes in our journey, rebaselining and the influences of the external landscape.”
 
Sodexo in Ireland is part of the global Sodexo Group, a world leader in delivering services that improve the quality of life to clients in business and industry, education, financial, pharma and healthcare. These include food services, infrastructure build, facilities and estate management, optimising the workplace experience, wellness experiences, personal and homecare services. Sodexo employs approximately 2100 people in Ireland and Northern Ireland.
 
https://ie.sodexo.com/netzero
 

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